Tips for a greener trip to Sønderjylland
Plan a greener trip and experience Sønderjylland in new ways. Dive into certified experiences, explore over 150 hiking trails and 3,000 km of cycling routes, see where you can hire a bicycle and find digital town maps for walking in the towns.
Green experiences
In Sønderjylland, you will find restaurants, accommodation and attractions that are certified and actively working with green initiatives. Here, you can explore places where consideration for nature and resources is an integral part of the experience.
Certified experiences in Sønderjylland
Explore nature
Explore over 150 hiking trails and more than 3,000 km of cycling routes. Discover the Wadden Sea National Park, which is both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Natura 2000 area or visit one of the 28 Blue Flag beaches along the coast.
With more than 3000 km of cycle routes, Sønderjylland makes an ideal holiday destination for cyclists.
Getting around easily
Travel around Sønderjylland easily by bus and train. Click on a station in the overview and read more about stops, prices and times.
Hire a bicycle and explore the area at your own pace on two wheels.
Are you on foot and need a map?
Download maps of the four largest towns in Sønderjylland - Sønderborg, Tønder, Haderslev and Aabenraa. The maps show car parks, public toilets, pedestrian streets and attractions so you can easily find your way around on foot.
Six tips for a greener stay in Sønderjylland
1. Save electricity and water
Turn off the water when applying shampoo in the shower, fill the dishwasher in holiday homes and switch off the lights when you are out exploring Sønderjylland. These are some of the ways you can reduce your electricity and water consumption on holiday.
2. Sort your rubbish
Use the local sorting options - in towns, in your accommodation and in nature. Take your rubbish with you if there is no bin nearby. When rubbish is sorted correctly, materials can be recycled and resources can be reused, rather than being wasted.
3. Support local businesses
Shop local and savour the flavours of Sønderjylland . This helps local shops and strengthens the local area. By sourcing locally, you help create jobs and ensure local production of goods. Visit the many local food producers and shops to get a taste of Sønderjylland.
4. Explore by bicycle or on foot
Discover Sønderjylland’s many hiking trails and cycling routes and experience the great outdoors. Not using your car saves both fuel and carbon emissions, while bringing you closer to nature.
5. Show respect for nature and wildlife
From east to west, north to south, you will find a wealth of experiences . When you visit local attractions and eateries, you support the tourism industry and create jobs. The experiences often convey local culture, history, nature and traditions.
6. Discover Sønderjylland
From east to west, north to south, you will find a wealth of experiences . When you visit local attractions and eateries, you support the tourism industry and create jobs. The experiences often convey local culture, history, nature and traditions.
Do you have a green tip for us?
We would like to hear from you if you are visiting Sønderjylland. Maybe you have a great idea on how we can work together to take even better care of nature, save resources or make holidays more sustainable.
Share your green tip with us at info@dssj.dk or via our Instagram @destination_sonderjylland - it can be something you have experienced elsewhere or an idea you think we should look into.
