This year, four new companies have obtained the certification for the first time: Egurre climbing wall in Alegia, Oria Hotela in Tolosa, Tolosa Iparra Taproom, and Jo Topagunea. As reported by Tolosaldea Garatzen, this recognition reflects the broad and innovative tourism offerings in the region.
In addition, seven other companies in the region have renewed their commitment to the Basque Country's Ethical Code. These include the Fagus interpretation center in Alkiza, Iriarte restaurant in Berrobi, Ostatua in Orexa, Rafa Gorrotxategi, the Topic Museum, the Ur Mara Museum, and the Tolosaldea tourism office.
The Basque Country's Ethical Code for Tourism establishes fundamental principles for all tourism agents in the Basque Country to integrate responsibility and sustainability into their daily activities, based on respect and contribution to understanding.
Currently, 32 companies in Tolosaldea participate in this program, and there is an opportunity for new companies to join throughout 2026. Interested parties can write to garmendia@tolosaldea.eus for more information.
This code is an adaptation of the Global Code of Ethics for Tourism, developed from the specific characteristics of Basque culture and identity. Its objective is to transform the values that define our essence into our own resources to understand and manage our tourism development competitively.
