ECOCAMPING AWARD
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The ECOCAMPING award
The ECOCAMPING award is, in principle, open to all campsites that are willing and able to meet the ECOCAMPING criteria and undergo the certification process. The ECOCAMPING award is only granted to campsites that can demonstrate compliance with the ECOCAMPING criteria and have successfully undergone an independent external audit
The Process
Compliance with the ECOCAMPING criteria is verified through audits carried out by independent, external auditors. The requirements regarding the auditors’ qualifications and independence are set by the independent advisory board; auditors are accredited by the ECOCAMPING e.V. certification body on this basis.
Following a successful external audit and a positive decision by the ECOCAMPING e.V. certification body, you are entitled to use the ECOCAMPING award and logo under the terms of a current ECOCAMPING agreement (licensee contract).
Independent External Audit
Compliance with the ECOCAMPING criteria is verified through audits carried out by independent, external auditors. The requirements regarding the auditors’ qualifications and independence are set by the independent advisory board; auditors are accredited by the ECOCAMPING e.V. certification body on this basis.
Following a successful external audit and a positive decision by the ECOCAMPING e.V. certification body, you are entitled to use the ECOCAMPING award and logo under the terms of a current ECOCAMPING agreement (licensee contract).
Rules on sanctions
Breaches of the ECOCAMPING criteria may, depending on their severity, result in conditions being imposed, the suspension or the withdrawal of the award. Details of rights and obligations, including the rules on sanctions, are set out in the licence agreement:
Independent system monitoring
The ECOCAMPING certification scheme is overseen by an independent advisory board, which ensures compliance with legal requirements, impartiality and the quality of the certification scheme. Find out more on the ‘Independent Advisory Board’ page.
The way to the ECOCAMPING Award
Initial consultation (if required)
Preparation and implementation of ECOCAMPING criteria in the business, preparation of documentation, and review by external auditors
Certification
Preparation and implementation of ECOCAMPING criteria in the business, preparation of documentation, and review by external auditors
AWARD
Following successful certification by EOCAMPING e.V., the ECOCAMPING award is presented to the campsite operator.
ECOCAMPING LOGO
After successful certification, you are entitled to use the ECOCAMPING logo. This right is bound to a valid licence agreement with ECOCAMPING e.V.
Further information
Here you can download the product sheet for the ECOCAMPING Certificate.
Here you can find the criterias of the ECOCAMPING certification
Initial consultation in advance on request
The ECOCAMPING certification process can be supplemented by an additional on-site visit if desired: if you choose this option, we will advise you personally at your business in advance, get to know your campsite in detail and prepare you specifically for certification.
Our consulting services:
On-Site-Inspection
Joint inspection of the site including all buildings and technical areas
Strengths & Potential
Identification of entrepreneurial strengths and potential
Organisational structure
Documentation of the organisational structure (organisation chart)
Online criteria catalogue
Help with editing the digital criteria catalogue if required
Consumption data analysis
Consumption analysis based on your data for the last 3 years
Action plan
Support in the development of an action plan
CONSULTATION
Additional advice by telephone or e-mail as required
DoCumentation
Visit log with individual recommendations for action
YOUR TASKS
- Reviewing the criteria list and, where applicable, implementing the ECOCAMPING criteria within the business
- Recording of ECOCAMPING monitoring indicators
- Performing the relevance check and drawing up the action plan
- Upload of supporting documents (photos, invoices)
Our Certification Services
Assistance with the application process
Clarification of outstanding queries and targeted support in revising the necessary documents.
Audit PRE-CHECK
Check whether your business is ready for audit.
Certification procedure
Support with all questions regarding the certification process.
Enquiries regarding the on-site audit
Support with queries regarding the audit report from external auditors.
ECOCAMPING Award
Upon successful completion of the certification process, the campsite receives the ECOCAMPING award.
How to keep the ECOCAMPING certificate
The demonstrable and continuous implementation of improvement measures is essential for the validity of the certificate
- Implementation of your specified measures
- Recording of ECOCAMPING indicators
- Independent external audit every 3 years (recertification)
ECOCAMPING Network
Regardless of the certification path you choose, once you have successfully passed the audit, you will receive the ECOCAMPING award and, under a licence agreement, will be entitled to use the logo and participate in the ECOCAMPING network and its services. This allows you to benefit from a continuous exchange of experiences, events, training courses and the ongoing development of your sustainability management.
Licence for logo use
Labelling in all major camping guides and online portals.
Support in drawing up the new action plan for the subsequent period.
Listing on ecocamps.eu
Regular network newsletters
ECOCAMPING flag & board, guest flyer and weatherproof adhesive signs* for recyclable materials.
Participation in seminars and network meetings.
Commenting on consumption figures.
Preparation of a sustainability report (VSME) upon request.
