Green Key -sertifikaatti uudistuu 1.10.2026

The Green Key Campsite and Holiday Parks criteria are applicable for campsites, eco-camps, desert camps, parks composed of chalets, cottages, lodges, or mobile homes, apartments within holiday parks, etc., often with central facilities such as shared toilet/shower facilities, communal kitchen and outdoor recreation areas. Establishments undergoing major construction/renovation works can only obtain the certificate when works are finalised. While establishments offering temporary/occasional services do not fall under the scope of this category, seasonal establishments may be eligible if they are fully operational during the time of the audit. The campsite/holiday park is located in one permanent setting and offers its services to the general public.

The Green Key Small Accommodations criteria are applicable to fully operational serviced accommodations. These accommodations could include small hotels/hostels, guest houses, bed & breakfast establishments, eco-lodges, eco-farms, etc. offering regular hospitality services. Establishments undergoing major construction/renovation works can only obtain the certificate when works are finalised. While establishments offering temporary/occasional services do not fall under the scope of this category, seasonal establishments may be eligible if they are fully operational during the time of the audit. The small accommodation is located in one permanent setting, has a maximum of 20 bedrooms or 40 beds, and offers its services to the general public.

The Green Key Conference Centre criteria are applicable for fully operational conference centres located in one permanent setting or located within another Green Key category that is entirely externally managed offering regular conference services. Establishments undergoing major construction/renovation works can only obtain the certificate when works are finalised. While establishments offering temporary/occasional services do not fall under the scope of this category, seasonal establishments may be eligible if they are fully operational during the time of the audit. The conference centre is located in one permanent setting, can have auditoriums, lecture halls and/or meeting/conference rooms, and offers its services to the general public.

The Green Key Restaurant/Café criteria are applicable for fully operational restaurants and cafés in stand-alone locations or located within another Green Key category but entirely externally managed, offering regular restaurant services. Establishments undergoing major construction/renovation works can only obtain the certificate when works are finalised. While establishments offering temporary/occasional services do not fall under the scope of this category, seasonal establishments may be eligible if they are fully operational during the time of the audit. The restaurant/café is located in one permanent setting, has minimum 4 tables or 8 seats for guests, and offers its services to the general public.

The Green Key Attraction criteria are applicable to fully operational museums, visitor/interpretation centres and theme parks. Sites that are undergoing major constructions/renovation work can only obtain the certificate once they have finalised their works. While establishments offering temporary/occasional services do not fall under the scope of this category, seasonal establishments may be eligible if they are fully operational during the time of the audit. The attraction is located in a permanent setting and offer services to the general public.