Slow Tourism

At Slow Village, we believe that Slow Tourism is about taking time to travel, fully immersing ourselves in our natural surroundings and rich heritage, and discovering destinations in a deeper, more authentic way.

What is Slow Tourism?

Slow Tourism, the definition

Slow Tourism is different from "classic" tourism. It's a movement inspired by slow food, aimed at rediscovering the taste of healthy, high-quality food. In the same spirit, slow tourism consists of taking one's time, either by choosing nearby destinations and using less polluting means of transport, or by focusing on a distant destination and discovering it in greater depth and detail.

Slow tourism, a form of sustainable tourism

Slow tourism or slow travel is all about sustainable tourism. Less travel, meetings with the local population (craftsmen, farmers, restaurateurs, etc.) or the practice of gentle activities such as cycling, walking or kayaking. What's more, it's an alternative travel model that promotes the local economy, environmental protection and social initiatives.

Slow tourism on vacation

Disconnect

Slow tourism promotes exchange and reconnection with nature, the earth and your loved ones. You can take advantage of this to do a digital detox and avoid screens! Listen to the birdsong, enjoy a refreshing dip in the river. Live in the moment! You'll also want to encourage time for well-being, relaxation, rejuvenation, meditation and breathing.

Focus on proximity

Slow tourism is a different kind of tourism. Indeed, it's important to take the time to discover a destination by meeting the locals and leaving room for the unexpected and for proximity. In this way, you'll experience a richer, more authentic form of tourism.

Opting for soft mobility

Slow tourism encourages environmentally-friendly, low-CO² travel that respects heritage and diversity. In this way, slow tourism favors soft mobility such as public transport, car-sharing, cycling, walking, sailing or even taking the train. In short, slow tourism is good for the environment.

Our Slow Tourism destinations in France

Among our slow tourism destinations in France, Slow Village offers eco-friendly campsites, vacation villages and hotels, all nestled in exceptional locations.

Spending your vacation in a Slow village is an immediate return to basics, an ideal break from the hectic pace of everyday life. During your stay, you can simply enjoy the present moment, take your time, and reconnect with simple pleasures.

The setting of our establishments is never left to chance and always invites you to relax and unwind: in the middle of a forest, by the sea, near a lake or a river, Nature is at the heart of Slow Village's DNA.

In the mood for a slow break? Book your stay in the destination of your dreams now!