The FITUR Active Tourism Awards announce the four winning initiatives at its 31st edition

This annual event, organised by FITUR and AireLibre Magazine, promotes the development of innovative and sustainable active tourism products.

Purpose of the Awards
- Organized by FITUR in collaboration with AireLibre Magazine
- Recognize innovative and sustainable active tourism products
- Jury evaluates novelty, sustainability (economic, environmental, social), and marketing quality

National Category Winners
“Huesca, the Magic of Adventure”
- Integrates mountains, water, air, and snow into year-round experiences
- Promotes responsible adventure tourism in high-value natural environments
- Highlights diversity of territory and quality of local businesses

“L’arròs de Castelldefels Enogastronomic Experience”
- Immersive food & wine journey combining gastronomy, culture, and sustainability
- Includes visits to sustainable orchards, fish markets, and preparation of Castelldefels rice
- Strengthens local identity by connecting cuisine with territory

International Category Winners
“Birding Route of Northeastern Mexico”
- Ecotourism project in Nuevo León focused on birdwatching
- Covers Sierra Madre Oriental, Chihuahuan Desert, high mountain forests, and Gulf Coastal Plain
- Promotes citizen science, low-impact activities, and local community benefits
- Culminates in the Northeast Birding Festival, now an international benchmark

“Festa de Caminhadas na Arrábida” (Portugal)
- Nature tourism event offering 30 hiking routes of varying difficulty
- Explores Arrábida Natural Park’s landscapes and heritage
- Emphasizes sustainability and cultural identity
- Held in May 2024 & 2025 with regional tour operator collaboration

Recognition
- Winners receive an accreditation diploma at FITUR 2026 (Jan 21–25, IFEMA Madrid)

These awards spotlight how active tourism is evolving: blending adventure, gastronomy, conservation, and cultural immersion into sustainable travel experiences.