This factsheet looks at the changes in recreational activities pursued in the Alps along with the associated challenges in maintaining a balance between experiencing and conserving the landscape. The history of skiing is examined as well as the impacts of increased visitation, promotion of the Alps as a recreation destination, management methods, and public education.

Download the factsheet

• Recreation and tourism in the Australian Alps (PDF – 527KB)
• Recreation and tourism in the Australian Alps (DOCX – 44KB)

Recreation and tourism links | See our ‘experience the alps’ pages