Recycling tips for holidays in France

UK visitors to France during the last 12 months were among the worst culprits for not recycling or recycling incorrectly while on holiday, according to a recent resort study carried out by Pierre & Vacances, one of Greentraveller's members.

The questionnaire found that packaging in English and from British brands was more commonly disposed of incorrectly than waste from any other nation. More than 100 resort and residence managers in locations throughout France completed the survey.

UK & Ireland sales and marketing director for Pierre & Vacances Cathy Rankin said: “We don’t think that Brits are unwilling to recycle, rather that they don’t fully understand how it is done in France. “We feel it’s important to help educate those staying in France with Pierre & Vacances to support French environmental initiatives to conserve energy and minimise landfill.”

In response to its survey findings, Pierre & Vacances has created this infographic that advises visitors from Britain, Ireland and beyond on how to recycle correctly and holiday with lower environmental impact in France. Click on the image to see a larger version.

Rankin continued: “Not everyone would consider packing bags for life along with their ski equipment or beach towel however the whole of France is now plastic bag-free, so they are an essential piece of kit for grocery shopping while on holiday there.”

The Pierre & Vacances Premium L’Amara property is due to launch in December 2011 and is one of its most eco friendly developments to date.

Technical and architectural measures to conserve energy include strengthened insulation, triple-glazing, double-flux ventilation and glazed walls enabling pre-heating of fresh air. Additionally, a wood burning stove will produce enough energy to provide heating and hot water for all three new constructions. We are delighted to see that Pierre & Vacances has also set up ambitious targets in terms of energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainable transport.

Click here for more Pierre & Vacances properties in French ski resorts.

Greentraveller also has information on how to reach ski resorts by train for a hassle free and eco friendly ski holiday. 

For more winter holiday ideas from Christmas markets to snow shoeing and camping under the Northern Lights see our Green Winter Holidays section. Less carbon, more fun!