Shifted Seasons: How tourism is responding

The classic four seasons are becoming blurred. This phenomenon has been reported not only by scientists, but also by individuals who work with nature and tourism on a daily basis. Anna Murphy, from the Waldhotel Fletschhorn in Saas-Fee, for example, says that winter and fall have become significantly warmer. Snow arrives later, and some spring hiking trails are accessible earlier than a few years ago. At the same time, wildflowers bloom longer, larch trees remain golden longer, and some late fall hikes are more impressive than ever. For Murphy and her team, these so-called shoulder seasons present a real opportunity: less hustle and bustle, special lighting conditions, and peaceful experiences in nature.

Fabienne Anthamatten of the Hotel Bella Vista in Zermatt has a different perspective. She is keeping a close eye on the changing climate: mild winters (there are no longer “white Christmases”), no extreme sub-zero temperatures on the Matterhorn, and a shift in the main snowfall season to spring. The growing popularity of the off-season is something she is rather critical of, even though June is now much more heavily booked than in the past.

„I strongly oppose 365-day tourism. The area needs breaks. Nature needs time to rest. We need rest.“ – Fabienne Anthamatten

Fabienne advocates a more conscious approach to seasonal planning, with an eye toward more sustainable business practices. “Summer used to be the peak season in Zermatt—or rather, the only season—with winter coming later.” Today, it’s the other way around. Yet, summer has great potential: “There are so many unused chairlifts in the summer. Below them are fantastic trails. I would like to see summer take center stage again.”

The climate crisis up close: What glacier melting means for Switzerland

The Swiss Alps are one of the few places in Europe where the effects of global warming are so visible. Glaciers such as the Fee and Gorner have already visibly receded. In fact, since 1850, Switzerland has lost around half of its glacier area. Matthias Huss, head of the Swiss Glacier Monitoring Program, says that if global warming reaches 1.5°C, only 300 glaciers will remain by 2100, down from 1,400 today.

These dramatic changes to the landscape also have ecological consequences: Glaciers store a large proportion of fresh water, and their retreat contributes to water shortages and rising sea levels.

Conflicts of interest in tourism

As is the case everywhere else, there are conflicting goals in Swiss tourism between visitors, communities, mountain railways, and nature. For example: Zermatt initially announced plans to invest more heavily in bike tourism. Shortly afterwards, however, certain trails were closed to mountain bikers again. Similarly, the increasing number of summer groups pleases the railway company but causes skepticism among the local population as to whether it will lead to “overtourism.”

365-day tourism?

Zermatt Bergbahnen has clearly committed to a year-round strategy. Jenny Imboden writes,

“The Zermatt Bergbahnen pursues a year-round strategy, adapting its services to the conditions at hand.” To counteract the effects of glacier melt, the mountain railways are focusing on snow farming, among other things. This involves building snow walls or using depressions where snow collects from wind drifts. These methods keep the snow in place for longer and prevent it from being blown away. Additionally, glacier protection fleece is used to slow melting.

For her article in the Neue Züricher Zeitung, Alexandra von Ascheraden spoke with Mattia Storni from the Saas-Fee/Saastal marketing department. “Summer skiing will become difficult in five to ten years,” Storni said. There is still enough snow in the wintertime, but the network of snow-making facilities is already expanding. (Incidentally, we examined whether and how sustainable artificial snow is in our article on sustainable ski vacations.) More mountain bike trails and via ferrata routes are being built for the summer.

Skiing in Switzerland

There are 45 ski resorts in Switzerland located at altitudes above 1,500 meters. All of them are considered snow-sure. The Saas-Fee ski resort ranges from 1,800 to 3,600 meters, and the Matterhorn Ski Paradise is located between 1,600 and 3,800 meters. Both resorts have a year-round summer ski area on the glacier.

What is the best time to visit Switzerland?

Switzerland is one of the world’s most popular vacation destinations. “Tourism is growing,” confirms Fabienne from Zermatt. This is true in every season. The question is, when is the best time to visit Switzerland? The answer varies depending on whom you ask: 

• The Waldhotel Fletschhorn in Saas-Fee suggests a more nuanced approach. As usual, the high season is in February for guaranteed snow and in July and August for summer vacations and mountain adventures. However, if you prefer a quieter atmosphere and authentic nature experiences, consider visiting in June or September. The forests are quiet, the temperatures are pleasant, and the mountain views are often particularly clear. These “shoulder months” are ideal for sustainable travel — less hustle and bustle, more mindfulness.
• Fabienne from Zermatt believes that spring is an underrated time of year for snow lovers. “I tell people: Come ski in March or April! You won’t be skiing on artificial snow, and that’s really fun!”
  During these months, the slopes are less crowded, the light in the mountains is particularly intense, and it is often not as icy as in the middle of winter. However, she does not recommend May or November because many places in Zermatt are closed, and trucks are allowed in the car-free village, so everyone is renovating. This is not an ideal setting for a relaxing vacation.
• Zermatt Bergbahnen has a clear year-round strategy. For them, there is no longer a low season. Of course, Switzerland is beautiful in every season.

Vacation in Switzerland: Summer and Winter Experiences in Zermatt and Saas-Fee

Now that we have clarified when a trip to Switzerland is particularly worthwhile, the question arises: What can you experience during the snowy and non-snowy seasons? Our contacts in Zermatt and Saas-Fee have shared their personal highlights with us.

Zermatt in winter: panoramic views, slopes, and powder snow.

For many, winter in Zermatt is inextricably linked to skiing. And with good reason—the high-altitude ski resort boasts over 360 kilometers of slopes, including a direct connection to Cervinia, Italy. Fabienne from the Hotel Bella Vista describes it as follows:

„If you’re an experienced skier, you’ll get your money’s worth here. The views are stunning in every direction.“ – Fabienne Anthamatten

In addition to classic skiing, there are numerous snowshoeing trails, ice skating rinks, and alpine fine dining experiences with a view for those who prefer a more stylish experience. You can also enjoy the magnificent view from the wellness area of the Hotel Bella Vista, including the sauna. There is also a Swiss stone pine relaxation lounge.

Video tip: In a YouTube video, ski and travel vlogger Marius Quast takes an in-depth look at the Zermatt ski resort, including a price-performance review.

Summer in Zermatt: Hiking, trail running, yoga, and enjoying nature without cars

In the summer, many tourists come to Zermatt for a short trip to photograph the Matterhorn, usually by taking the train up to the Gornergrat or the Klein Matterhorn. However, this is not very appealing to Fabienne, who lives a sustainable lifestyle.

„That’s not the kind of tourism I’m looking for. However, for those who stay here and enjoy activities like hiking, running, and biking, this is an incredible area.“

Zermatt is car-free and well-connected by mountain railways, making it an ideal destination for active nature lovers. There are many ways to discover the mountains around Zermatt, whether you enjoy leisurely hiking, trail running, or mountain biking on scenic trails.

Insider tip from Fabienne:„I know exactly where to send someone who says: I want to hike for ten hours and not see another person.”

The Hotel Bella Vista is an ideal location for a yoga retreat. Fabienne’s sister, Stefanie, is a highly qualified yoga teacher who leads these retreats (learn more about the yoga program here). To learn more about Stefanie, read our blog article on yoga for professionals.

Winter in Saas-Fee: Glacier Snow and Pure Enjoyment

Saas-Fee is also a top destination in the winter, thanks to its altitude of up to 3,600 meters and glacier slopes, which guarantee snow. In addition to downhill skiing, this car-free resort offers winter hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and tobogganing.

After an active day, you can relax at the Waldhotel Fletschhorn with a sauna, fine dining, and views of the snow-covered forests. The hotel is renowned for its gourmet cuisine and wine cellar.

Video tip: Marlene from Marlenesleben shows you the ski resort and the winter atmosphere in Saas-Fee.

Summer in Saas-Fee: Wildflowers, wellness, and panoramic views

In the summer, Saas-Fee is a paradise for nature lovers. With over 350 kilometers of hiking trails, you can go on long tours ranging from easy forest walks to high-altitude summit treks. For a more mindful experience, try Shinrin-Yoku, or forest bathing, in the pine forest around the Waldhotel Fletschhorn. Or, gaze at the stars at night in the clear mountain air. Yet another summer highlight is the summer ski area with glacier skiing.

Sustainable travel is important in Switzerland all year round

Switzerland, in particular, demonstrates the importance of sustainable travel and how effectively it can be implemented. Zermatt and Saas-Fee are leading the way as car-free destinations. Visitors arrive by train and take an electric shuttle directly to their accommodations. This is not only convenient but also much better for the climate than traveling by private car.

If you travel by train, then you’ve already taken a big step toward sustainable travel. The next step is choosing your accommodations. The Hotel Bella Vista in Zermatt and the Waldhotel Fletschhorn in Saas-Fee both focus on renewable energies, ecological building materials, and regional cuisine.

Fabienne, for example, is the kind of host who thinks of every detail. Instead of exotic fruits for breakfast, she serves organic coffee with a fair trade seal. Rather than a plastic welcome gift, guests receive homemade cookies and many other lovely, sustainable touches.

So it’s not just about the best time to travel; it’s also about traveling the right way. It’s about doing so in a way that protects nature and benefits the local people. By choosing family-run hotels, enjoying regional products, and behaving respectfully toward the environment and culture, you can do a lot of good. Leaving fewer traces behind and, when unavoidable, leaving them in the right places are also key aspects of sustainable tourism.

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Traveling is a luxury

Old luxury, new luxury

“an expensive, lavish, excessive, and self-indulgent expenditure of money or time on things considered pleasurable or enjoyable”.

Intangible values are part of the new luxury

New luxury is linked to the post-materialist perspective. It suggests that in modern societies, the material needs are so well met that immaterial needs become more important. One indication of this is that political parties increasingly represent “interests” and “values.

The myth that sustainability and luxury cannot go hand in hand is a persistent one, based on the idea that sustainability equals sacrifice,” explains Green Pearls® founder Stefany Seipp in an interview with Marrybylen, a sustainable wedding and event planning company. Fine dining can be local, a spa treatment can be relaxing with natural cosmetics, and amazing hotel suites can be built with eco-friendly materials.

Sustainable luxury vacations at Green PearlsⓇ accommodations

Time is seen as a modern, intangible luxury and is perceived by many hoteliers from their guests. The whole slow movement with slow travel and slow food  is part of the “time trend”. Travelers are looking for a balance to their otherwise stressful lives.

Culinary indulgence is also part of the luxury world. Gourmet travel is all the rage – although the classic “caviar and champagne” luxury is outdated. Instead, the buzzwords are creative, sustainable and local, and there is a growing demand for vegan alternatives.

When it comes to a vacation of pure indulgence, the Birkenhof***** Spa & Genussresort in Germany’s Upper Palatinate Lake District is a top address. The hotel has five stars and a restaurant with two Michelin stars. While luxury and spoiling are the name of the game, the hotel is also committed to sustainability, generating its own green energy through a combined heat and power plant and solar panels.

Another hotel known for its culinary delights is the Waldhotel Fletschhorn in Saas Fee, Switzerland. This small boutique hotel has been known for decades for its exquisite – and regional – cuisine, and is popular with non-hotel guests as well. The large wine cellar is also renowned. Guests receive wine recommendations with each course of their meal.

If you are ever in the beautiful German city of Freiburg im Breisgau, we recommend the Green City Hotel Vauban as a place to stay. This ecologically and brightly decorated hotel with a green facade employs people with physical and mental disabilities as an integration company. Thanks to its central location, you can reach all sights quickly and environmentally friendly by public transport.

Swim, sauna, steam, then relax in the quiet room. Maybe even a massage or a facial? For many, it means treating themselves to something special. Wellness is clearly a luxury, especially as clean, fresh water becomes an increasingly scarce and valuable resource worldwide. Sustainable hotels are careful not to waste excessive amounts of water in their spa areas and bathrooms.

The Hotel Luise in the Bavarian city of Erlangen takes a particularly sustainable approach. The “regenerative” rooms have “astronaut showers” that filter the water you use and pump it directly out of the shower head as new shower water. This way, you can take a shower without a guilty conscience.

For a truly expansive spa experience, look no further than the Lifestyle Hotel Zum Kurfürsten in Germany’s Mosel wine region. There are three pools and a natural swimming pond (no chemicals). The spa area covers a total of 4,000 square feet and includes several saunas, a forest infrared sauna, and steam rooms. There are also treatment rooms where you can be treated by TCM therapists.

Health

“Health is the new wealth,” they say. Healthiness and longevity are clearly among the immaterial trends also present in the travel industry. We owe the existence of “grand hotels” to the “spa hotels” that bourgeois families treated themselves to as a luxury in the 19th century. Today, however, it is no longer just the classic health spa guests who are doing something for their health, but a general trend.

One such sustainable health hotel is the OCÈANO Health Spa Hotel on the Spanish volcanic island of Tenerife. With fitness, thalassotherapy and healthy eating programs, you can enjoy a vacation while boosting your health.

Finally, we return to our starting point: Travel is a luxury in itself. Imagine, for example, a trip to Nepal. At our Green PearlsⓇ partner, The Pavilions Himalayas – The Farm, you will find yourself amidst the fantastic panorama of the famous Himalayas and can explore temples with local guides or go on a wildlife safari where you might even encounter a wild tiger!

This lodge is unique in that it was created to introduce local farmers to organic farming. The hotel is committed to the local community as well as the environment and groundwater protection, as organic farming does not use pesticides.

So here is another symbiosis of travel, luxury, and sustainability.

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Huge hotel complexes might have some amenities, like a few restaurants or shops on-site. But if you’re looking for a more private and intimate atmosphere, boutique hotels with just a few rooms are a better choice. In fact, at our smallest Green Hotel partner, La Casona in Peru, with just 11 rooms, you’ll feel like you’re staying with friends in Cusco. But what does “boutique” and “small” really mean? And are small hotels always more sustainable than large ones?

Sustainable Hotels – Large vs. small

Good, small, rural hotels and bad, big, urban hotels – sounds logical, doesn’t it? But it’s not that simple. We see this very clearly in the Green PearlsⓇ network: every type of hotel – large or small, in the city or in the country – can make its own contribution to sustainability.

Are smaller hotels more sustainable than their larger counterparts?

True, smaller hotels are often more sustainable or have an easier time becoming more sustainable. Many small hotels represent the personal visions of the owners, and many green pioneers have created their own hotels. For most of them, money is not everything. They are putting their heart and soul into their project, their life’s work. It is also easier to make changes in a small hotel with fewer rooms, fewer guests, and less logistical effort.

Small hotels’ environmental advantages

• The personal spirit of the owners:  Decisions can be implemented more quickly and owners are often in close contact with guests and responsive to their needs.
• Local manufacturing: While large hotel chains tend to have international supply chains, small hotels often work with other local businesses.
• Local food: The same is true for the food. Some of the boutique hotels even have their own garden or small farm where they grow the food for the kitchen.
• Your money remains in the destination:  With international hotel chains, your money may not actually arrive at your destination (e.g. you are on vacation in Bali  and the money is collected in the USA)

Big hotel – big impact

On the other hand, when large hotels, or even an entire chain, embraces sustainable practices, it has a greater overall impact than a single small boutique hotel going green.

An example?

• When the Berlin hotel chain A&O told guests in its (then) 39 hotels in 2019 that they could voluntarily refrain from daily cleaning, it saved 75,000 liters of water, 20,000 garbage bags and 708 kWh of electricity in just two months.
• According to research by Focus Online, the Accor hotel group alone orders 100,000 plastic-wrapped disposable slippers each year for its 330 hotels in Germany. A huge amount of waste that could be significantly reduced if guests would bring their own slippers.

On the other hand, large hotels may take a long time to implement environmentally friendly measures (from soap dispensers to photovoltaic systems) due to the hierarchical structure of the company and the sheer number of rooms.

10 sustainable boutique hotels (11 to 38 rooms) – our recommendations

Definition: Boutique hotels are characterized by the fact that they are personally and individually managed and are often found in the luxury segment. The maximum number of rooms is not precisely defined, but we use >40 rooms as a benchmark.

#1 Casa León Royal Retreat, Gran Canaria, Spain (27 rooms)

If you are looking for an authentic and sustainable way to experience the popular vacation island of Gran Canaria, Casa León Royal Retreat is the place to be. The small boutique hotel with pool is surrounded by a large garden with native plants. Almost all of the 27 rooms have panoramic windows with fantastic views.

The hotel takes great pride in maintaining a neat and quiet atmosphere and offers a shuttle service several times a day to the beach, the city, or to one of the nearby golf courses.

Sustainability:

The German-speaking owner family is committed to the environment and has, for instance, leased a forest to offset the hotel’s CO2 emissions. There is also an advanced rainwater collection system, local food, and many other green initiatives.

#2 Biohotel Grafenast, Tirol, Austria (23 rooms)

It’s quaint and cozy at Biohotel Grafenast, which sits 1,300 meters above the Tyrolean Inn Valley. Some of the 23 rooms are specially designed for families, with separate children’s rooms, private terraces, and even private saunas. You can even rent a tiny house on the property.

A vacation here is perfect for experiencing nature in the Tyrolean mountains (with winter sports during the season). The Bio Boutique Hotel also offers courses in yoga and fasting, as well as activities for children. A nature spa with forest sauna and hammam offers relaxation.

Sustainability:

The Unterlechner family’s small organic hotel looks back on over 100 years of family history. The hotel has been organic since the early 1980s. For Peter and Waltraud Unterlechner, organic and sustainability are part of their lifestyle, and protecting the environment is very important to them.

#3 La Casona, Cusco, Peru (11 rooms)

La Casona is a luxurious 5-star boutique hotel located in the ancient Inca city of Cusco and an excellent base for visiting Machu Picchu and other ancient Inca sites. In 2023, the hotel was awarded the Editor’s Choice Award in the “Remarkable Returns” category by the prestigious Hideaway Report. “In this 11-room retreat, guests feel as if they are in their own private villa in Cusco,” wrote the critics. Art lovers will appreciate the restored original frescoes in the rooms of the 500-year-old building.

Sustainability:

La Casona belongs to our Green PearlsⓇ partner Inkaterra, a pioneer of sustainability in Peru. The owner family has already implemented numerous environmental initiatives, such as water conservation and biodiversity (butterflies, orchids), and is involved in social projects.

#4 Relais del Maro, Liguria, Italy (14 rooms)

The Relais del Maro is located in the picturesque village of Borgomaro, in the heart of Liguria, and is warmly run by owner Elena Scalambrin. She and her parents set up the boutique hotel as an Albergo Diffuso. Meaning that you’ll find the 14 rooms in several historic buildings (former family homes and business premises).

Sustainability:

By building the Albergo Diffuso, Elena has made a significant contribution to the preservation of the Italian village. Not only has she found new uses for vacant buildings, but she has also revitalized the last remaining businesses such as the bakery, restaurant, and hairdresser. In addition, the family and local craftsmen lovingly restored the rooms, in some cases using historic techniques.

#5 Keemala, Phuket, Thailand (38 rooms)

The 38 luxurious pool villas are nestled in the treetops of a tropical Phuket forest overlooking the ocean. Within the forest, which has been preserved as much as possible, is the resort’s own fruit, vegetable, and herb garden. A cooking class will teach you about the local plants and how to harvest and prepare fresh fruits and vegetables.

Sustainability:

The Somnam family built the resort without any major impact on the environment and it follows an exemplary zero-waste concept. The siblings Samornpun and Tanapong (known as Tarn and Note) Somnam are very close to nature and thus invite you to explore the “magical forest” barefoot during their yoga retreats.

#6 Hotel Bella Vista, Zermatt, Switzerland (21 rooms)

In car-free Zermatt, Switzerland, the Hotel Bella Vista is located just above the town center with a fantastic view of the Matterhorn. In winter it is right next to a ski slope, and in summer the hiking trails start right outside the front door. The Anthamatten family is running the hotel and offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Dogs are also welcome.

Sustainability:
Furnishings are made from local wood and natural materials. You will also get to taste local organic food. The host family is very close to nature and tries to find the most sustainable solution for all decisions.

#7 Waldhotel Fletschhorn, Saas-Fee, Switzerland (13 rooms)

Established in 1906, the Waldhotel Fletschhorn is an oasis of peace amidst the snow-capped peaks of the surrounding four-thousanders. You can have breakfast at your convenience with fresh organic ingredients (without the famous “battle at the buffet”). A fresh coffee or tea, prepared with water from the hotel’s own mountain spring, rounds your breakfast off.

All 13 rooms have a balcony or terrace. The boutique hotel is famous for its à la carte dinners, and each course comes with a wine pairing.

Sustainability:

In addition to fresh spring water and green electricity, the Waldhotel engages in projects regarding animal welfare, the environment, and social commitment. The culinary concept includes the use of regional organic products.

#8 Hôtel Le Pavillon, Paris, France (15 rooms)

Located in the central 7th district of Paris, the small Hôtel Le Pavillon is in the heart of the French capital. The most famous sights such as the Eiffel Tower or the Louvre are within walking distance.

The German speaking owners have decorated their small hotel in an artistic and individual way and also offer rooms shielded from electro smog. The hotel also has revitalized water and special room air filters.

PS: Hôtel Le Pavillon is a member of the Green Spirit Hotels Paris network, along with Hôtel Malar and Hôtel Amélie.

Sustainability:

The hotel was built from an existing building (a former convent) and focuses on organic products for breakfast and reducing waste. The owners and staff will be happy to give you insider tips on alternative places (e.g. vintage shops, weekly markets or a repair café) where you can experience the metropolis in a sustainable way.

#9 Strandhaus Boutique Resort & Spa, Spreewald, Germany (20 rooms)

The Strandhaus Boutique Resort & Spa has an inviting location, surrounded by the arms of the Spree River. Boat rides start right outside the door.

The hotel with only 20 rooms has a wellness area, a beach café, a restaurant (with authentic Spreewald cuisine), a library, and a beautiful garden with a green beach directly at the river.

Sustainability:

The hotel supports youth welfare, a kindergarten, and the local shooting club in Lübben. It also employs local staff. In general, the Strandhaus is a place where regionalism and the preservation of traditions are very important. Food comes from local farmers and some is growing in the hotel’s own garden.

#10 Farmhouse Smiling Gecko, Kampong Chhnang Province, Cambodia (34 Rooms)

At the Farmhouse Smiling Gecko you can stay in bungalows on stilts (with terraces and rain showers) or in one of the rooms in the Khmer House. There are a total of 34 rooms in 17 houses – the pool with sundeck or the restaurant serve as common meeting points.

The unique feature: The Farmhouse is not just a luxury resort – it is a non-profit project! The Smiling Gecko Project supports the rural people of Cambodia to help themselves. People learn various trades in training centers, and 40 Cambodians are permanently working at the Farmhouse at an above-average salary.

Sustainability:

In addition to social sustainability, you can also experience the farm-to-table concept here. Meaning that the food comes directly from their own organic gardens and the surrounding agriculture.

Hotel categorization by number of rooms

The average hotel has about 150 rooms. As our analysis of available statistics shows, there are slightly fewer in Germany and Italy, and slightly more in Dubai.

If you search the Internet to find out how many rooms a small, large, or medium-sized hotel has, you will find a wide variety of values. So here is our own definition:

According to Green PearlsⓇ, you can divide hotels into the following categories:

< 30 rooms: small hotel

< 40 rooms: boutique hotel

40 to 100 rooms: midsize hotel

100 to 150 rooms: larger hotel

>150 rooms: large hotel

Finally, we would like to know your opinion – do you prefer to stay in large or small hotels? What size room do you think is ideal? Tell us in the comments!

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Global warming is causing the glacier retreat 

Winter is supposed to be over in April. But not in the high Alps above 3,000 meters: There is often snow as late as May, and the “eternal ice” of the glaciers lasts well into the summer. But the glaciers are not eternal. There’s a steady glacier retreat. This means the ice fields formed by melting are getting smaller and smaller.

Over 8000-year-old larch tree found in glacier forefield

A few years ago (2015), Fabienne Anthamatten from our Green PearlsⓇ partner, the Hotel Bella Vista Zermatt, made an interesting discovery. She found the trunk of a larch tree. As the hotel owner has long been interested in old wood, she immediately realized that this trunk must be very old. What’s more, there are currently no trees anywhere near the site on the Gorner Glacier tongue. So, she contacted ETH Zurich to determine the age of the larch. Lo and behold, the tree grew here about 8,370 years ago!

The fact that it has only been found now is because the wood was preserved in the ice of the Gorner Glacier – until it continued to shrink, revealing things that had been hidden for thousands of years. The Gorner Glacier reached its peak in the 19th century. It has been shrinking ever since.

A brief foray into global warming

Our planet has been in a warm period for about 10,000 years, following an ice age that lasted about 100,000 years. During this time, most of the northern hemisphere was covered by glaciers. Those that you can (still) see today are the last remnants of this ice age.

Scientists are still speculating about what exactly triggered the climate change at that time. According to the German Ministry of Education and Research’s World of Physics, a warming of the water in the southern hemisphere may have been responsible. As it warmed, it released more and more carbon dioxide, which accumulated in the atmosphere and caused further heating, leading to the retreat of the glaciers. So even then, carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas, was playing a major role in global warming.

The man-made greenhouse effect

With industrialization, which began around 1800/1850 (imagine that – only about 200 years ago!), greenhouse gas emissions have increased enormously. According to the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, this is mainly due to:

• Deforestation
• Burning coal, gas, and oil to produce energy
• Factory farming of animals

For glaciers, the Paris climate agreement came too late

According to calculations by the German Federal Environment Agency, the Earth’s surface temperature has warmed by 1.3°C between 1880 and 2023 (i.e. from industrialization to the present). In 2015, an agreement was reached at the Paris Climate Conference that requires all countries to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. The goal is to keep global warming below 2°C and, if possible, to stop it at 1.5°C.

However, this goal already seems unlikely, almost impossible. And even if there is “only” a 1.5°C rise in global temperatures, according to the head of the Swiss Glacier Monitoring Institute, Matthias Huss, this means that by the year 2100 (your children may live to see it) only 200 to 300 glaciers will be left of the current 1400. (In 1973, Switzerland still had 2150 glaciers. More than half of them have disappeared since 1930).

The importance of glacier retreat is demonstrated by the fact that the IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climatic Change) has ranked glaciers as the most important climate indicator.

What are the consequences of glacier retreat?

• Water scarcity: Glaciers are the largest freshwater reservoirs on Earth. They currently store about 70% of the world’s freshwater and feed many of the lakes and rivers from which we draw our drinking water.
• Sea level rise: The melted water ends up in the oceans. This not only makes it 1) salty (and therefore unusable as drinking water), but also 2) leads to sea level rise, and therefore 3) the disappearance of islands and coastal areas.

Glacier friendly travel

Now that we’ve brushed up our knowledge, maybe you’ll get the urge to visit these special ice sheets – before they disappear completely… And, of course, in the most climate-friendly way possible (which, as we have learned, means glacier-friendly)

The best way to reduce your carbon footprint is to travel by train or bus. Either way, you can easily reach the car-free village of Zermatt.

An excursion to the Gorner Glacier near Zermatt

The Gorner Glacier is the second largest glacier in the Alps and is (still) 12.9 kilometers long. It is especially interesting because of its location in the middle of the famous four-thousanders of the Monte Rosa massif.

From Zermatt, the Gornergrat Railway takes 35 minutes and offers a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the Matterhorn, Liskamm and Monte Rosa Group. You can even see the Gorner Glacier and the Grenz Glacier merge into a single sheet of ice.

Accompanied by a mountain guide, you can cross the Gorner Glacier on your way to the Monte Rosa Hut. As an alternative, the Gornergrat Railway recommends a hike from the Hohtälli ridge down to the glacier.

Glacier Palace

The Glacier Palace is an experience in itself. Here you descend 15 meters into the glacier and find yourself in the middle of a wondrous ice world with ice banks and ice sculptures regularly created and maintained by ice artists. There is also an ice slide for children.

Sustainable accommodation in Zermatt

We recommend the Hotel Bella Vista Zermatt. Here you can see Fabienne Anthamatten’s 8,000-year-old larch tree on display in the spa area. The family-run hotel has a cozy atmosphere with a fireplace in the lobby, a Swiss stone pine spa and a terrace with views of the Matterhorn. Breakfast, lunch snacks, afternoon cakes and dinner are all organic. Instead of exotic ingredients flown in from overseas, you will find local Swiss produce.

By the way, if you arrive by train, you can look forward to first class seats from Visp to Zermatt 😉 The hotel will upgrade you from second to first class so you can relax on the train!

Another place we recommend is the CERVO Mountain Resort. The resort consists of several wooden buildings, 3 restaurants, a pool, a wellness area, a climbing wall and a gym. Everything has a natural and unique style that has won several design awards. If you wish, you can also book a CO2-compensated stay. The amount you pay to MyClimate will be matched by CERVO.

Glacier adventure tour in summer with crampons and climbing harness

If you want to try a real adventure tour on the ice this summer, there is one on the Swiss Fee Glacier above Saasfee. The glacier adventure tour takes around 3 to 4 hours, and you climb secured to the rope of the mountain guide. In Saas Fee itself, the Waldhotel Fletschhorn awaits you as sustainable accommodation. It is known for its superb cuisine, and its commitment to sustainability.

Researchers expect ice mummies

Ice mummies are even more spectacular than old wood. Discovered in 1991, Ötzi was more than 5,000 years old and reveals a lot about life back then. It was not until 2022 that a new study on Ötzi was published, this time by glaciologists at the Austrian Academy of Sciences (ÖAW). “In 1991, the world looked very different from a glaciologist’s point of view. There was only one year with extremely strong melting up to the summit regions. Today, this has become normal,” study author Andrea Fischer was quoted as saying by the Austrian newspaper Kurier. The researcher believes that because of the glacier retreat more ice mummies will be discovered soon. The important thing is to find them in time, which is why potential sites are already being monitored.

The original Ötzi is kept in the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology in Bolzano. You can also visit the Ötzi site in the Ötztal Valley near Sölden at an altitude of 3,200 meters above sea level. LENI MOUNTAIN Apartments & Chalet is located just above the center of Sölden, where you can relax after your excursions. Also in Sölden, the apartments at The Peak Sölden offer cozy accommodation close to hiking trails, cycling routes, and ski slopes. It’s also not far from the glacier. It’s also not far from here to the glacier. Just follow the Ötztal Glacier Road (there is also a bus service) and drive about 20 minutes to the Rettenbach and Tiefenbach Glaciers. Keep your eyes open – who knows what you’ll find …

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What vacation suits me? Our accommodation recommendations

Type A – Eco-friendly vacation with freedom

A regional vacation with environmentally friendly means of transport (no airplane) in regions with a mild climate is suitable for you. You enjoy having your own space on vacation and being able to choose your own program.

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Family vacation at Gut Nisdorf on the Baltic Sea

The Gut Nisdorf offers two- to three-room apartments where you can spend a wonderful family vacation in nature. The complex is dog-friendly and offers plenty for children, and is only 250 meters from the Baltic Sea coast. The apartments are self-catering. Optionally you can add a first-class organic breakfast.

Luxury Vacation Homes in Tyrol – Summit Lodges Pfunds

The Summit Lodges Pfunds are two beautiful Canadian log cabins in Tyrol, Austria. They can accommodate up to 6 people and even come with their own sauna and hot tub. A high chair and an extra bed are available for small children. Pets are not allowed.

The Alpine region offers a wonderfully fresh climate and many opportunities to experience nature. How about a white-water rafting trip on the Bad Inn River?

City break in Freiburg at the Green City Hotel Vauban

Situated in the Upper Black Forest, Freiburg is well worth visiting. It has a beautiful old town with cool shops and the mildest climate in Germany. The Green City Hotel Vauban is easily accessible by tram and is an inclusive business that has a strong commitment to the active inclusion of people with disabilities. People with disabilities make up half of the hotel’s staff. The Mundenhof, the Schauinsland, and the nearby Alsace are nearby attractions. Dogs are welcome.

Type B – The perfect mix of wellness and the great outdoors

A vacation where you really get to enjoy yourself and let your soul dangle while you relax. Experience nature actively while hiking and biking, and enjoy health and wellness treatments together with your partner.

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Klosterhof Alpine Hideaway & Spa in Bayerisch Gmain

This family-run hotel was built on the walls of a 500-year-old monastery and has a 1,500-square-foot spa area. There’s a heated outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a sauna area, and a brine bath for floating. If you’re interested in a healthy lifestyle, the hotel is home to Dr. Andreas Färber’s Artemacur Health Center. Here you can get individual advice and take advantage of special offers. Lunch consists of “Healthy Lunch Bowls”, which each guest can assemble according to his or her preferences (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.). The bowls are made from healthy ingredients. Special tip for couples: The Klosterhof Alpine Hideaway & Spa also has rooms with a private whirlpool and infrared sauna 🙂 .

Wellness vacation at Naturresort Schindelbruch

At Naturresort Schindelbruch you’ll find everything you need for a relaxing wellness vacation! The spa area covers 2,500 m² with a large indoor pool overlooking the forest. The Harz Mountains in Saxony-Anhalt are also home to numerous destinations such as lakes, waterfalls, castles, and monuments of German history. Four private spa suites are available for couples. In the cozy restaurant, you’ll find regional venison and organic vegetarian alternatives.

Type C – Health and Indulgence

Your vacation is a time for self-discovery, and maybe you want to strengthen your body with a fasting cure or Chinese medicine. In addition, you appreciate a great spa area, a swimming pool, and a gym, and you also like to take advantage of cultural opportunities.

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OCÉANO Health Spa Hotel in Tenerife

The Canary Island of Tenerife offers beautiful sandy beaches, palm trees, mountains and volcanic rocks. The OCÉANO Health Spa Hotel is located in the northeast, directly on the Atlantic Ocean. There are several seawater pools and a large spa area with saunas. There is a daily yoga program and various fasting regimens. The cuisine is regional and healthy. And if you are a woman traveling alone, you will find that solo travel is completely normal and natural here. A shuttle service from the airport to the hotel is available.

LIFESTYLE Resort zum Kurfürsten in the Moselle region

In Germany, you may be interested in the LIFESTYLE Resort zum Kurfürsten. It specializes in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine), and both the food and the facilities are geared toward it. You will find several TCM therapies to choose from. A large panoramic pool with a waterfall and counter-current system, a heated outdoor pool and a sauna area are part of the 4000 square meter spa area. There are also two restaurants with changing creations and regional organic cuisine. In addition to interesting sights such as the Porta Nigra in Trier and numerous castles and castle ruins, the Moselle region offers many excursion destinations, especially for wine lovers.

Gourmet pleasure at the Waldhotel Fletschhorn

The Waldhotel Fletschhorn is located outside of Saas Fee in the middle of Swiss nature. It is best known for its 18-point Gault Millaut restaurant. Here you can indulge yourself with seasonal gourmet menus made from the products of the region. There is a small spa with a sauna, steam bath, and massages, but no pool. Even if you arrive by car, with the guest card you can get around the property car-free. Numerous hiking trails, mountains, and glaciers await you.

Type D – Dream and Experience

You want to discover spectacular corners of the world and spend an extraordinary holiday. No distance is too far for you to have a dream vacation. At the same time, it is important to you that your vacation is sustainable.

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Authentic Thailand vacation in the paradise of Zeavola for divers

On the island of Phi Phi in Thailand, you’ll find beautiful suites and villas nestled between dreamy beaches and rainforests. A sustainable luxury hotel, Zeavola is committed to preserving coral reefs and is known as a sustainable diving resort. It has also initiated several projects for the environment, education, and the local community. If you like, you can get involved here too. You can “give back”.

Come to Peru and experience the Incas’ History

Inkaterra has seven lodges in Peru, four of which have been recognized as Green PearlsⓇ. The Inkaterra La Casona, in the former Inca capital of Cusco, is a luxury boutique hotel with just 11 rooms. Like Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba and Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo, it is close to Machu Picchu and other world-famous Inca ruins. Inkaterra is actively involved in the preservation of cultural sites and nature and will provide you with personal guides.

If you want to visit the rainforest, there is the Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica in the Amazon.

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Stage 4 : From Seefeld to Schwangau

Fantastic mountain scenery and spectacular views … Can you get enough of it? Neither can we! And there’s more than enough of it on this section of the route.

For your route planning:

By train (2 changes):

• Seefeld to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
• Garmisch Partenkirchen to Reutte in Tyrol
• (Note: The train connections on this section are connected with many changes. Please inform yourself beforehand. The hotel will be happy to help you.

By car (about 100 kilometers)

• via B2 and B179 (or at least 2 other possibilities)

 

Our stopover recommendations

This route takes you through one of the most beautiful parts of the Alps. Well, you can say that about almost every part… So let’s say you’ll discover some possibilities for stopovers here. For example the Eibsee or the Zugspitze. Both are just a tiny detour away from your route.

If you feel more like hiking, you can also start a tour from Seefeld before continuing to the next restaurant. For example, we recommend the Leutascher Geisterklamm, which we have already written about here. Or you can use the day to check out the royal castles and Füssen when you get there. After all, both Neuschwanstein Castle and Hohenschwangau Castle are in close proximity. And from there, it’s just a short walk to Hotel Das Rübezahl.

5th stop: Hotel Das Rübezahl

Schwangau, Germany

We have already reported on the history of the Hotel Das Rübezahl here. So if you fancy a bit of fairytale atmosphere and want to learn more about the hotel, hop over there. For now, we’ll talk about the very special cuisine that awaits you in the hotel with a view of the castle.

Chamois & Gloria

The name of one of the two hotel restaurants definitely says it all. In the face of Neuschwanstein Castle, you’ll be served things you’ve never eaten before. Or have you ever had the pleasure of “mountain pine dashi kisses Allgäu chamois ham” or “alpine herbs meet whitefish sashimi”?

Alpine Fusion is the name of the cuisine. It combines the ingredients and products of the rugged Alps with fine flavors from around the world. The result is a culinary experience that you will surely tell about more than once at home.

The gourmet restaurant sees itself as part of a new breed of high-class restaurants. Instead of a strict dress code and rules, there is charming service and a lot of joie de vivre. The focus is on a feel-good atmosphere.

Stage 5: From Schwangau to Balderschwang

For your route planning:

By train (1 change):

• Füssen to Kaufbeuren
• Kaufbeuren to Fischen
• From Fischen you can take the shuttle of the hotel.

By car (about 86 kilometers)

• via the A7 with various options from Oy-Mittelberg

Our stopover recommendations

While a short stay in Kaufbeuren is a good idea if you are traveling by train, there are other options for drivers. You can adjust your route so that you are not only on the highway and federal highway, but also drive “overland”. Then you can discover the Geratser waterfall, for example. Or the gorges and hiking trails around Sonthofen. In Obermaiselstein you will find the Sturmann Cave, which you can visit and discover on a guided tour. A special experience: a lantern hike to the cave with subsequent exploration of the same. A must for everyone who finds caves and the underworld of the Alps as fascinating as we do.

6th stop: HUBERTUS Mountain Refugio

Balderschwang, Germany

Slow food is good food. This is certain for the kitchen team at HUBERTUS Mountain Refugio. The hotel has a holistic approach that extends from the use of renewable energies to an extensive wellness and yoga offering and culinary delights.

Organic, Ayurveda and the region on the plate

The HUBERTUS Mountain Refugio has been certified organic since 2022. But even before that, the team paid close attention to the selection of food and, as befits a sustainable hotel, focused on regionality and seasonality.

In addition, there is a special feature at the HUBERTUS Mountain Refugio: Ayurvedic chef XY is also in the kitchen. With him you can also learn how to cook Ayurvedic and what this “trend” is all about.

If you don’t want to wait until your next vacation, but want to get involved with Ayurveda right now, then be sure to check out our blog articles on it. There you will also find XY’s recipe for Ayurvedic breakfast waffles.

Family tradition in the Allgäu

In addition to the Ayurveda concept, you will especially feel the love for the region at the HUBERTUS. In the meantime, the third generation is running the hotel. The fourth is in the starting blocks. In an interview, Marc Traubel told us more about the special history of the hotel. And even if you are on site, he will gladly answer all your questions about the hotel or show you and other guests the “backstage area” of the hotel during the weekly house tours.

On hiking and snowshoe tours you can explore the alpine pastures around the hotel and see up close where the animal products come from and how the animals are doing. In the kitchen, chef Kristian Knölke then conjures up dreamlike creations in the tradition of Allgäu cuisine. Delicious!

Bonus stage: From Balderschwang to Saas-Fee

The last leg is quite a jump again. Therefore, we consider the whole rather as a bonus, if you have time and desire to go to Switzerland and go there also on a culinary journey.

For your route planning:

By train (3 changes):

• Fischen to Memmingen
• Memmingen to Zurich
• Zurich to Visp
• From Visp we continue by bus to Saas-Fee

By car (330 – 370 kilometers)

• Options lead via Liechtenstein and Italy or through Switzerland via Zurich and Bern. The shortest route is via the A2 and A3

 

Our stopover recommendations

The long distance and the countless route options ensure a large number of possible stopovers. On the shortest route, for example, lies the Liechtenstein capital Vaduz with Vaduz Castle and the Wildschloss Castle not far away. There are also various lakes along the route, sights such as the wooden bridge Reckingen and, of course, always beautiful views of the Swiss Alps.

With the train, you also have plenty of opportunities to explore new places due to the many changes. By the way, it pays off here if you travel light: Less stuff you have to lug around the cities 😉

7th stop: Waldhotel Fletschhorn

Saas-Fee, Switzerland

The Waldhotel Fletschhorn would then be the bonus stop after the bonus stage. The hotel’s restaurant is known nationwide and is adorned by a Michelin star.

Culinary highlights and good wines

The Waldhotel itself seems inconspicuous at first, but it shines with its lovely rooms, the panoramic mountain view and of course the terrific cuisine. Every day you will experience dinner highlights of the finest. The ingredients? Naturally from the region and as fresh as possible.

The kitchen team has known the producers for a long time and trusts them. So you can enjoy special quality, always accompanied by the right wine from the huge wine cellar.

Closing words

We have reached the end of the gourmet road trip through the Alps. Of course, it could be extended and completed. For example, with our other partners in Switzerland: CERVO Mountain Resort and Hotel Bella Vista in Zermatt, and Wartegg Castle on Lake Constance. All three fit perfectly on the route. So why not plan a complete culinary road trip through Switzerland? Would that be something for you?

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OCÉANO Health Spa Hotel Tenerife

The OCÉANO restaurant, named La Marea, features fresh cuisine prepared with ingredients from sustainable and regional cultivation. Menu items include: Papayas, oranges, lemons, and bananas find their way directly from the region into the hotel’s kitchen. Make sure to try traditional Canarian goats milk products, delicious palm honey for vegan sweetness, and award-winning wines from centuries-old traditions. You must not miss the fresh fish from the still rich fishing grounds of the Atlantic. “Oceans cuisine clearly promotes the connection between nutrition and well-being with this quote from Hippocrates, “nourishment be thy medicine.” You’ll get this at every meal. The sea greets you with an incomparable view during the breakfast buffet on the terrace in the morning, when the sea is at its calmest.

Bio-Seehotel Zeulenroda

The Bio-Seehotel in Vogtland also follows a holistic approach. Chef Fabian Schlupp says, “In the kitchen, we have a responsibility to the animals to get the best out of them.”” I am deeply aware of this responsibility. All meat and sausage products are from the in-house organic butcher shop. As part of our holistic approach to food preparation, you will be supplied daily with fine baked goods, including cakes, from our own organic bakery.

Boutique Hotel Maslina Resort

The restaurant of the 5-star resort in Croatia has a chef who uses fresh and mostly reduced ingredients from the hotel’s own organic garden. He believes that honesty is the best policy, which is why he plants and harvests in his garden. There are classic varieties such as thyme and sage that grow here. He also uses wild asparagus and wood sorrel, of which he even uses the edible flowers to decorate his dishes. Cvek strives to bring you the best experience possible, by using all your senses. He believes it doesn’t take much to accomplish that. His success is partly due to the combination of the old and the unusual.

Geniesserhotel Hotel Die Forelle

Berg.See. Küche. The award-winning cuisine at the Genießerhotel Die Forelle is based on a regional and seasonal focus, as well as a focus on local ingredients. The chef and owner, Hannes Müller, follows the principle of import autarky, which means that only seasonal and local foods are used. It is not surprising that freezing, fermenting, and drying food are natural parts of the kitchen’s daily work, given this approach. These are used to complement freshly prepared dishes. The restaurant Die Forelle is one of the JRE restaurants and has received four Gault Millau toques.

CERVO Mountain Resort

Davide Cretoni is the magician in the kitchen of the CERVO restaurant “Madre Nostra”. He notices that there is growing interest in the food that he and his team use. Cretoni “lives” sustainable cuisine along the three R’s: reduce, recycle and reuse. He is particularly proud of the restaurant’s amazing transparency, which is attributed to his sourcing all the produce used in the kitchen from organic farms within a 150 km radius. He gets meat and specialty cheeses from local farmers. The Madre Nostra uses natural herbal oils, made from herbs from the chef’s own permaculture garden, as natural flavor enhancers in the cuisine. A real treat!

La Subida Country Resort

The hotels associated Osteria la Preda and Trattoria al Cacciatore are worth a visit. Guests will experience a unique blend of traditional Italian, Friulian and Slovenian cuisine. Allessandro loves to make dishes, and he puts all of his love into making them.The finesse and cordiality with which you are advised in the choice of dishes and drinks contribute to the fact that this place will remain in your memory. For that special La Subida flair, bring your loved ones a special highlight from the in-house vinegar manufacture.

Biohotel Sturm

As a 100% organic certified hotel and member of Slow Food Germany, you’ll be in wonderful hands at Otto’s Restaurant at Biohotel Sturm in the Rhön Mountains. When ingredients can’t be sourced directly from the Rhön, they come from surrounding areas, such as the Thuringia Forest. Traceability and transparency prevail in the production and supply chain from all producers to the Otto’s kitchen. If you eat a vegan diet, the Biohotel has a wide range of options. During the global project Veganuary you can experience vegan cooking in direct contact with the kitchen during the Show cooking. Thereby, it should not be a matter of persuasion. The cuisine offers you delicious and creative alternatives.

Klosterhof – Alpine Hideaway & Spa

Two exceptional Restaurants await you here in a secluded location on a sunny plateau in the middle of the Berchtesgaden Alps: the GenussArt and the BarBarossa. The seasons determine the menu. Chef Sascha Förster and his team source their food regionally whenever possible. All dairy products come from Berchtesgadener Land, free-range eggs from Mühlhauser Biohof and fish from Karlsteiner Fischzucht Bad Reichenhall. As a healthy lunch, the Klosterhof offers you “healthy Lunch Bowls” and as dessert you will be served “Nice-cream”—homemade, instead of industrially produced ice cream.

Das Rübezahl 

In the famous neighborhood of Neuschwanstein Castle in the Allgäu, you can taste special regional and international cuisine in three locations of the Hotel Das Rübezahl. The Louis II Restaurant offers a variety of modern cuisine and a cosmopolitan and regional concept of enjoyment. The cuisine of the restaurant Gams & Gloria—Alpine Fusion cuisine, combines a love of the homeland with a cosmopolitan approach. Dishes with names like “alpine herbs meets whitefish sashimi” and “mountain pine dashi kisses Algäuer chamois ham” are humorous. By the way, with all pleasure the joy and a relaxed service should not be missing. These attributes explicitly belong to a new kind of gourmet restaurants in the Allgäu. So, also here.

Fletschhorn Waldhotel

That only the best from nature finds its way into the kitchen of the Fletschhorn Waldhotel is a natural part of the holistic approach here. Having received countless awards, the Fletschhorn restaurant has made a name for itself beyond the region. Due to the trust in the producers and the sustainable foodstuffs used in this way, special dishes are created here with great attention to detail. The kitchen team offers a changing lunch menu every day. In the evening, you can enjoy creative and always freshly cooked meals that will leave you with long-lasting memories of your time in Saas Fee.

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