Sustainability

Several rowboats are moored at a narrow wooden dock on the clear waters of Lake Engstlen. Tall coniferous trees and autumnal hillsides frame the shoreline. In the background, steep, partly snow-covered mountain slopes rise up.

View of Lake Gelmer from the Gelmer Hut. The reservoir glows a beautiful glacier blue. — © Jungfrau Region Tourism AG. CC0 (OpenData)

Energy

Sun, water and wood

Oberhasli AG generates electricity from hydropower, whilst Holzwärme Grindelwald produces energy from wood. Railways, hotels and activity providers also make use of natural resources.

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Nature

An ecosystem worthy of protection

The Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch are a World Natural Heritage Site. This is a distinction that also comes with certain obligations. And every year, the Cultural Landscape Award recognises – and supports – particularly valuable landscapes.

UNESCO world heritage

Discover the Jungfrau Region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: unique landscapes, historic sites and cultural highlights for unforgettable experiences.

Cultural landscape award

The Jungfrau Region Cultural Landscape Award recognises traditional maintenance, sustainable management and unique cultural landscapes.

The Wengernalpbahn en route from Lauterbrunnen to Wengen. In the background, the Lauterbrunnen Valley, bathed in fall colors, with the Staubbach Falls. — © Jungfraubahnen. CC0 (OpenData)

The Eiger Express cable car in spring, with green countryside in the foreground, snow-capped mountains in the background, and a blue sky.

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Transport

Environmentally friendly railways

More rail, less road. The Jungfrau Region has excellent public transport links, including from abroad. Many rail operators have introduced additional sustainable measures. Mürren and Wengen, two of the most beautiful villages, are even car-free.

Corporate sustainability

And many more besides

Many other businesses are committed to sustainability. An overview.

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In the middle of a green meadow stands a small alpine hut on the Schwarzwaldalp. The view stretches all the way to the Eiger. The hikers are enjoying the beautiful weather. — © Jungfrau Region Tourism AG. CC0 (OpenData)

Several cows are lying relaxed on a sunny alpine meadow. In the background, the striking rock and ice faces of the Eiger and Mönch rise against a blue sky. — © Rolf Wegmüller. CC0 (OpenData)

The Kleine Scheidegg mountain restaurant is located above a small mountain lake. In the background rise the Eiger and the Mönch, whose striking rocky and snow-covered slopes are reflected in the calm water.

Swisstainable Businesses in the Jungfrau Region

The Wengernalpbahn runs along a hillside route through a green valley. In the background, the Lauterbrunnen Valley opens up, with steep rock faces and striking peaks beneath ever-changing clouds.

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ISO certification and Swisstainable

Awards that come with a responsibility

Jungfrau Region Tourism AG is ISO 14001-certified and thus meets the internationally recognised standard for environmental management. It also meets the highest criteria set by Swisstainable and holds the «Swisstainable Level III – leading» label.