GFT 2.0 and European Trails: The holistic trail assessment and certification system for responsible trails worldwide.
The Global Benchmark
for Trail Quality.
Green Flag Trails 2.0 provides clear criteria for assessing, improving and certifying trails—from management and visitor safety to environmental responsibility and community benefit. European Trails is bringing the completely revised system to Europe, helping trail organisations and destinations apply it to strengthen trail quality and prepare for independent certification.
GFT 2.0
Why Green Flag Trails?
A great trail offers more than a beautiful route. It needs reliable management, clear information and care for the landscapes and communities it connects.
GFT 2.0 provides a shared set of criteria to help you understand where your trail performs well, identify gaps and prioritise improvements. For organisations seeking certification, these criteria also provide a basis for preparing for an independent assessment.
GFT 2.0
What does it assess?
Trail Management: Organisation, maintenance and stakeholder involvement.
Trail Design & Features: Route quality and the visitor experience.
Information & Safety: Clear information, navigation and hazard awareness.
Environmental Responsibility: Nature protection and responsible trail use.
Heritage & Community Impact: Cultural heritage and benefits for local communities.
Learn with European Trails
Our assessment training combines the GFT criteria with practical fieldwork to help you improve your trails and prepare for certification.
European Trails is your point of contact for all training-related questions—from course content and participation to booking and practical arrangements.