Green Key Criteria 2022-2026
Green Key categories
Green Key criteria have been developed for the following six categories:
Green Key Criteria
The Green Key criteria and their explanatory notes for the period 1 January 2022 – 30 September 2026 have been developed for the six Green Key categories covering the following 13 criteria areas:
Criteria and explanatory notes 2022-2026 for the different categories can be found through the links below:
Hotels and hostels (pdf file)
Campsites and holiday parks (pdf file)
Small accommodations (B&Bs, eco-lodges, eco-farms, etc.) (pdf file)
Conference centres (pdf file)
Restaurants (pdf file)
Attractions (museums, visitor/interpretation centres and theme parks) (pdf file)
All six categories (pdf file)
Green Key criteria in different languages
Conformity with imperative and guideline criteria
The Green Key criteria catalogue consists of imperative and guideline criteria. An applicant establishment must conform will all imperative criteria and an increasing number of guideline criteria during the years of re-certification:
The certification is valid for one year, after which establishments must apply for recertification.
Need help? Green Key contact
In case of any questions regarding the Green Key criteria, please contact Green Key International or a Green Key National Operator for more information.