The 10 Commitments of the Eco-Responsible Tourist in Corsica

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The Corsican Tourism Agency, in collaboration with various local and environmental organizations, has launched an initiative titled “The 10 Commitments of the Eco-Responsible Tourist.” This initiative aims to promote sustainable and environmentally friendly travel practices on the Isle of Beauty. By following these commitments, visitors can contribute to the preservation of Corsica’s natural landscapes, ecosystems, and unique cultural heritage while enjoying an enriching and authentic tourist experience.

Here are the 10 Commitments of the Eco-Responsible Tourist in Corsica:

  1. I prioritize sustainable accommodations (certified, and labelled, such as establishments in the “Rispettu” program mentioned in a previous article).
  2. I consume responsibly by purchasing local and seasonal products.
  3. I adopt frugal behaviour during my stay: I sort my waste, try to minimize its production and monitor my consumption of water and electricity.
  4. I preserve natural spaces by respecting guidelines and prohibitions, and I stay on marked trails when hiking.
  5. I carry a trash bag during my outings to avoid polluting the places I visit. I do not pick plants, but enjoy observing them.
  6. I favour gentle sports activities in natural environments.
  7. I consult the responsible diver’s charter before going on an underwater hike.
  8. I prefer biodegradable sunscreens to protect marine environments, lakes, and rivers.
  9. I limit motorized travel by favouring public transportation and soft mobility, notably discovering the GT 20 (Great Crossing of Corsica by bike).
  10. I use designated sites for emptying black and grey water when I am on a boat or in a camper van.

By adhering to the 10 Commitments of the Eco-Responsible Tourist in Corsica, each tourist can play a vital role in preserving the island’s natural and cultural beauty. Sustainable tourism is not just a responsibility but an opportunity to experience the island in a meaningful and respectful way, ensuring a positive impact for future generations. May your journey in Corsica be an unforgettable and sustainable adventure!

Source: visit.corsica
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Guillaume Bereni

Guillaume Bereni is the owner and editor of Sustainable Corsica, an independent editorial website dedicated to slower, more conscious and more meaningful ways of discovering the island. He is also the founder of Mare è Monti Conseil, an independent consulting activity based in Corsica. Through this work, he supports local projects, associations, public bodies, social economy structures and small organisations in clarifying their ideas, structuring their projects, building business plans, preparing financial projections and creating practical tools for decision-making. His background combines territorial project support, editorial work, cultural tourism, local development and a long-standing interest in the relationship between Corsica, its communities and the people who visit it. He previously served as Editor-in-Chief of Corsica Oggi, an Italian-language news platform dedicated to Corsican affairs. A husband and father of three, he is naturally curious, attached to languages, places and stories, and always interested in the small details that help make a territory more understandable. You can learn more about his professional work at: https://www.maremonticonseil.fr

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