lofthotel am Walensee 

From old to new

Wood from the hotel’s own forest, industrial-era walls, circular kitchen practices – here, big impact is rooted locally.

REUSE INSTEAD OF REBUILDING
Founded in 2002 in a former spinning mill, the lofthotel was created with the goal of preserving and reimagining existing structures. The solid walls were retained, building materials reused or recycled on-site. Wood from the hotel’s own forest is used for heating and construction, complemented by solar and hydropower. No air conditioning – the architecture ensures a pleasant indoor climate with no energy waste.

REGIONALITY WITH PRINCIPLE
At sagibeiz, food is local and seasonal. Herbs come from the hotel’s own garden; ingredients are fermented, preserved or dried for longevity. Portions are tailored individually – food waste is minimized, flavour maximized.

SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT
Staff participate in decisions, receive individual support, and are placed according to their strengths. Collaborations with Hotel Lihn (inclusion of people with disabilities) and Tschops (refugee integration) make social values a lived, daily practice – tangible, visible and effective.

Framework program

Regional products, historical spaces and direct interaction with experts – experiences are hands-on, local and full of insight.

• Guided tour of the spinning mill and its transformation

• Spice workshop

• Herbal hike

• Culinary tour with boat ride on Lake Walensee