How sustainable is it actually to go on a winter holiday? Skiing on glaciers, artificial snow and mass tourism - sounds like a lot of climate arguments against snow fun. But how much CO₂e is actually behind the leisure activities?

Winter and summer travels are not much diffrent when it comes to their emissions. How big the climate impact of the trip become largely depend on your activities. Transport remains the biggest emissions factor. The further away you travel, the greater the impact on your CO₂e wallet. Of course, also your choice of transport is crucial for the resulting footprint.

If you want to make your winter holiday environmentally friendly, then consciously look for holiday destinations that are accessible by bus and train. You can also follow these tips to make an even more positive impact and set a good example as a sustainable tourist:

Looking at the environmental impact beyond the CO₂e balance, there is no denying that mass tourism leaves its mark on the mountains. Due to climate change, more and more slopes have to be covered with artificial snow. This requires water and energy. Glaciers are melting faster due to active use and the natural habitat of flora and fauna in the mountain worlds is being increasingly narrowed.

For an environmentally conscious future, pure restraint is not the way to go. Instead, be a pioneer on your winter trails! A conscious approach to your leisure activities inspires more people than boycotting and, in the best case, can change things in the long term. After all, winter sports are not something we want to do without.