Eco-sustainable holidays are an essential part of our way of living and working in perfect harmony with the environment.
Since spring 2025 Garda Trentino has been a certified sustainable destination on the basis of the criteria of the GSTC (Global Sustainable Tourism Council), an organisation supported by the United Nations to respect the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Our area is the ideal place for sustainable and active holidays in nature, amidst amazing landscapes, a fascinating cultural heritage and gastronomic products that are as tasty as they are authentic.
Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) certification
Hotel Villa Franca is an integral part of this project. In fact, we too are adopting the criteria dictated by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and aim to achieve GSTC certification by 2025. Find out more about our sustainability policy and consult our code of ethics.
Environmental protection must never take a back seat. That is why we have made sustainable holidays a challenge of quality and change!
We encourage eco-mobility and renewable energy sources, we pay great attention to waste management, we avoid all forms of waste, we try to use local and seasonal products as much as possible, and we make our guests and employees aware of good practices.
During your holiday, you can contribute to environmental sustainability with simple measures.
By following these simple tips, you can enjoy a wonderful, exciting stay and at the same time contribute to the health of our planet.
Energy Saving:
Close windows when turning on air conditioning
Remove the card from the reader so that you can turn off the light when you leave the room
Waste Management:
Avoid disposable plastic products, bring a water bottle to fill with water from the tap as it is drinkable and fresh from the source.
Dispose of waste correctly, respecting separate waste collection
Sustainable Food Choices:
Local, organic and seasonal produce can be found in our restaurant. Some vegetables and fruit come from our garden
Getting to know the territory and the community
the culture and nature of Garda Trentino are the expression of a rich experience of relevant facts, sacrifices and the love that our ancestors have always had for the territory.
We invite you to follow our suggestions for excursions, experiences and activities.
Where does the energy we use come from?
Solar and photovoltaic panels
The rest of our energy needs are purchased from Dolomiti Energia and 100% from renewable sources
In all rooms, electricity is only switched on via an electronic card
The lighting in the common areas is activated via a motion detector
Low-consumption light bulbs reduce energy consumption to a minimum
Adjustable thermostats reduce energy consumption
Thermal and acoustic insulation of the building
Software for ideal temperature regulation in summer and winter
Mobility:
Painted sheet steel charging post with IEC/EN 61851-1 / 2 sockets Type 2 32A 400Vac 22kW plug/cover block Electric vehicle conductive charging system (extra charge).
Charging stations (free of charge) for electric bicycles.
Free rental of city bikes
Participation in the ‘Trentino Guest Card’ project: the free card for our guests that allows free travel on all public transport in the province, free entry or special discounts in all participating museums, castles, nature parks and spas
Participation in the ‘Crew card Garda Trentino’ project with multiple benefits for employees
How do we use water?
Use of rainwater for watering green spaces
Refillable soap dispenser
Shower head with reduced water flow
Awareness programme for our guests
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A local tourism system project: a shared commitment
An ambitious and forward-looking goal that we share with our destination: gardatrentino.it/abetterway
#makethedifference → gardatrentino.it/makethedifference
Garda Trentino: Holiday without a car → gardatrentino.it/NoCar
Transport & mobility info → gardatrentino.it/mobility
Information on bikes, cycle paths, rentals, transport → gardatrentino.it/bike
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