Following our articles on sustainable family vacation hotels in Germany, Austria and Peru, our journey now takes us to Italy. From the alpine panoramas of South Tyrol to the rolling hills of Liguria and the hidden beach of Sicily, we discover places where conscious traveling with children is a given – with plenty of nature, space for shared experiences, and accommodations that not only promise sustainability, but live it. 

Looking for sustainable hotels with childcare? Or do you need fresh ideas for a family vacation full of adventure and nature? Then check out these two articles:
👉 Sustainable hotels with childcare and babysitting services
👉12 sustainable ideas for your family summer vacation

La dolce vita with kids – sustainable enjoyment between mountains, lakes and the sea

Green hotels in Italy offer a variety of experiences – perfect for a conscious family vacation with plenty of heart and freedom. In addition to the classics like pizza, pasta and swimming, you can learn a lot about conservation and biodiversity in Italy.

Hotel Weihrerhof, Ritten – Nature holidays at the lake for young and old

Situated directly on the Wolfsgruben Lake on the Ritten Plateau, the Hotel Weihrerhof is a retreat for families who are looking for peace and quiet, but still want to experience a lot. Whether paddling, rowing or simply jumping in, the lake is a real highlight in summer. The surrounding nature will delight the children and help the parents to slow down. Host Klaus Pichler and his team create an atmosphere where all generations feel at home: “Many families spend their vacations with us. Our nature experiences are especially popular,” he says.

• In this blog post you will find insights into what a sustainable family weekend at Hotel Weihrerhof might look like.

Paradiso Pure.Living Vegan Hotel, South Tyrol – Family vacation with a vegan twist

Hiking in the Dolomites, skiing in winter right in front of the hotel, and all 100% vegan? At the Paradiso Pure.Living Vegan Hotel on the Seiser Alm, families can not only experience nature intensively, but also consciously enjoy a purely plant-based diet. If you think that vegan means complicated and not suitable for children, the Paradiso team will prove you wrong in a charming way – it is child-friendly and uncomplicated.

As a family, you can take advantage of age-based discounts for children. Babies under one year travel free, toddlers get a 75% discount, and 18-year-olds get a 20% discount. This makes your vacation fun for young and old alike, without compromises.

APIPURA hotel rinner, Ritten – Family hotel with a special touch

Here (almost) everything revolves around bees – which makes this an especially exciting vacation for children. The Rinner family runs its own organic apiary and invites families to discover the fascinating world of bees with its own bee trail, guided tours of the hives and exciting insights into beekeeping. The APIPURA hotel rinner is one of the family-friendly host on the Ritten and combines nature, relaxation and knowledge in a pleasant way. It offers family rooms, a playroom for rainy days and a large garden with a playground that can be seen from the terrace.

OLM Nature Escape, South Tyrol – Freedom for families

Cook today, have it delivered tomorrow and eat the day after in the restaurant PRENN°? At OLM Nature Escape in Sand in Taufers, you decide how much service you want. This sustainable aparthotel is ideal for families who love flexibility: with a fully equipped kitchen, plenty of space to play, but also to retreat. Surrounded by mountains and nature, you can relax together, explore, and just be yourselves. As the first energy self-sufficient aparthotel in the Alps, it is also a true green energy pioneer.

Relais del Maro, Liguria – A different kind of family hotel in a small village

A vacation like staying with friends, but with a pool and Italian breakfast. At Relais del Maro, you won’t be staying in a traditional hotel, but in an “albergo diffuso”. The charming rooms are spread over several historic houses owned by the host family in the Ligurian village of Borgomaro.

The garden is well maintained and the pool is not too deep – just right for families who want to enjoy a slower pace of life in the country. Just a stone’s throw away are the coast and many of the region’s highlights for joint excursions.

ADLER Spa Resort SICILIA – Sun, wellness and family time in Sicily

Are you dreaming of a family vacation in Italy by the sea, with plenty of nature, relaxation and variety for young and old? Then ADLER Spa Resort SICILIA is the perfect place for you. Located directly on the southern coast of Sicily and on the edge of the Torre Salsa nature reserve, you can relax and unwind together. While your children over the age of 4 are well taken care of at the AKI Kids Club, you can enjoy relaxing spa moments or explore the surrounding area. ADLER regularly offers attractive family specials for the Sicilian spa – sun and beach included.

Are you already packing, or do you need some more motivation?

Here are a few good reasons why a shared, sustainable family vacation is good for everyone:

• More closeness, less routine: A (nonrepresentative) study shows that vacations with children can be stressful, but they also have many positive effects: Study participants exercised more, engaged in more social activities, worried less, and slept better.

• Get away from it all: Vacations not only help adults reduce stress-children benefit from time away from their familiar surroundings, too.

• Foster development: New impressions, outdoor experiences, and shared adventures support children’s emotional development and build resilience.

So get your bags out and let’s go – for intentional family moments that will last.

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