The Biosphere Certified label is awarded after verifying that sustainable practices are being implemented correctly. This is a guarantee that the organisation is complying with the commitments it has made.

The Biosphere Certified label is awarded after verifying that sustainable practices are being implemented correctly. This is a guarantee that the organisation is complying with the commitments it has made.

The Municipality of Mafra aligns its public policies with the sustainable development goals (SDG’S) defined by the United Nations Agenda 2030.
As a sustainable tourism destination, Mafra bases its governance on a responsible development model, centred on the respect for local communities. From an integrated perspective of planning and management of the entire tourism system, which takes into consideration the economic, socio-cultural, environmental and institutional needs of present and future generations, the Municipality aims to ensure that tourism makes a decisive contribution to local development.
The Municipality of Mafra acts as a catalyst for the adoption of sustainable good-practices by the tourism sector, aiming to reduce significantly the sector's environmental impact, becoming a driver of innovation and a decisive factor for human well-being and environmental preservation.
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