Sustainable tourism

Even on vacation, I’m eco-friendly

I respect the playground given to me by nature. Welcome in the Drôme!

I travel by public transport (train, bus) and carpooling whenever it’s possible.
I favor walking and cycling.

I buy local and seasonal products, and preferably from farmers or collective sales outlets.
I favor local shops and holiday souvenirs made by local craftsmen.
I use a basket or reusable bags.
I avoid individual packaging and over-packaged products.
I favor eco-responsible cleaning and hygiene products, as well as natural insecticides (such as citronella) to repel mosquitoes.

I respect the natural environments around me, their rules and regulations.
I stay on marked trails.
I keep my dog on a leash and I get informed on the prohibited areas where it’s prohibited.
I respect the private properties as well as the work of the farmers (I do not pick sprigs of lavender, I do not pick fruits from the trees, etc.).
I respect the fences, I close each fence behind me and stay away from the herds to not worry any possible guard dogs.
I don’t pick up any wild flowers, plants or make any noise to protect wildlife.
I help maintain the cleanliness wherever I go and I throw all my waste into the garbage can.
I do not throw away cigarette butts and use a pocket ashtray.
On a picnic or on a walk, I bring reusable water bottles, cutlery, etc. rather than plastic containers and cans.
When surrounded by nature, I do not start fire or barbecues to avoid destroying wildlife.
To preserve the quality of rivers and their ecosystem: I don't build dams, throw waste, I avoid walking in the water and I try to use environmentally friendly sunscreen.

In my accomodation

I switch off all lights once I get out of a room and use natural light as much as possible.
I switch off all electronic devices when not in use, even those on standby mode.
I close the shutters and curtains during the day in summer and I air out in the morning or evening.
I turn off the air conditioning or heater when I am away or when the doors and windows are open.
When I cook, I do not forget to put a lid on the pans.
I start the dishwasher only when it’s full and on the eco program.
For the washing machine, I choose a short cycle and low temperature.