The Community of Madrid works toward sustainable tourism by introducing a new glamping category within its regulations for tourist campsites and RV areas.
This move aims to cater to the growing demand for eco-friendly travel options, combining luxury with environmental stewardship.
With this new category, Madrid is simplifying the administrative process for campsite operators, moving from traditional authorisations to a more streamlined declaration of responsibility system.
A noteworthy aspect of the regulations is the introduction of a star-based classification system. The draft decree envisions simplifying the classification system for facilities, adopting a star-based system (up to 5-stars), eliminating the current system based on a combination of letters and stars.
Glamping will have its own category within the broader scope of campsites.
This simplification not only aids in enhancing the competitiveness of Madrid’s outdoor hospitality sector but also encourages the adoption of sustainable practices among campsite operators.
By incorporating sustainable practices into the glamping experience, Madrid aims to protect local ecosystems while ‘providing a unique and luxurious outdoor experience’, according to Comunidad de Madrid.
The draft decree (3/1993, January 28) is now in the public consultation phase, having been included in the Transparency Portal. This stage is crucial to gather the opinions of potentially affected parties and the most representative organisations before finalising the text of the new regulation.
