Vegetables and fruit preferably from Vorarlberg or from the island of ReichenauSausage products made from Austrian meat, regionally produced and AMA-certifiedMeat exclusively from Austria (veal, beef, pork)Poultry exclusively from GermanyMountain cheese from the Schoppernau mountain cheese dairy (hay milk)Organic products wherever possible, e.g. milk, butter, bread selection. e.g. milk, butter, bread selection

Teas from Sonnentor (organic)Coffee from controlled organic cultivation (Rainforest Alliance)Organic fruit juicesDrinks from local producers such as Fohrenburg and Rauch

Groundwater heat pump for heating, cooling and hot waterNo need for natural gas down to -2 °C outside temperatureWater softening system to reduce cleaning agentsHeat recovery in refrigeration systemsLED lighting system - replacement of 790 light bulbsElectricity from 80 % hydropower, 5 % wind, 6 % green energyNo use of nuclear power

all printed matter on 100% recycled paperonly vegetable-based inksbiodegradable cleaning agentsEU Ecolabel-certified soaps & shampoosour own laundry with skin-friendly detergentsno small packs at the breakfast buffetnew clothes hangers only made of wood

Sustainability with success

Acting consciously. Living responsibility. Shaping the future.

For many decades, the Weisses Kreuz has been a place where hospitality and responsibility go hand in hand. For us, sustainability is not a trend, but an attitude: shopping consciously, working carefully and using resources respectfully - on a small and large scale.

Our principles

Think regionally, act sustainably

For us, sustainability begins where decisions are made: in the choice of our suppliers, in renovations, in the kitchen, in energy - but also in our dealings with one another.

Our guidelines:

Strengthen regional value creation
Work in a way that conserves resources
Fair cooperation with employees and partners
Long-term decisions instead of short-term effects
Quality before quantity - in all areas

Our commitment to sustainability has been recognized several times - including with the Austrian Ecolabel and the EU Ecolabel. Both confirm our careful use of resources and our consistent actions in terms of environmentally conscious hotel management.

Regionality & responsibility

Products with origin - enjoyment with a good feeling

We rely on food and products that we know - and whose origin we can trace. Many of our partners come from Vorarlberg and the Lake Constance region.

Our regional focus:

Vegetables and fruit preferably from Vorarlberg or from the island of Reichenau
Sausage products made from Austrian meat, regionally produced and AMA-certified
Meat exclusively from Austria (veal, beef, pork)
Poultry exclusively from Germany
Mountain cheese from the Schoppernau mountain cheese dairy (hay milk)
Organic products wherever possible, e.g. milk, butter, bread selection

. e.g. milk, butter, bread selection

Our drinks:

Teas from Sonnentor (organic)
Coffee from controlled organic cultivation (Rainforest Alliance)
Organic fruit juices
Drinks from local producers such as Fohrenburg and Rauch

Our own production:

Frittatas, vegetables, dumplings, spaetzle, salads and much more are made in our own kitchen

Resources & environment

Using energy consciously - reducing pollution

For us, conserving resources means consistent optimization. We work with modern energy and cooling technologies, reduce consumption and rely on systems that reduce the burden on both the environment and operations.

Our measures:

Groundwater heat pump for heating, cooling and hot water
No need for natural gas down to -2 °C outside temperature
Water softening system to reduce cleaning agents
Heat recovery in refrigeration systems
LED lighting system - replacement of 790 light bulbs
Electricity from 80 % hydropower, 5 % wind, 6 % green energy
No use of nuclear power

Paper, cleaning & cosmetics

Sustainable in detail - every day

Sustainability is reflected in our daily activities. We use environmentally friendly materials, reduce disposable products and rely on certified cleaning and care products that respect people and nature.

Our measures:

all printed matter on 100% recycled paper
only vegetable-based inks
biodegradable cleaning agents
EU Ecolabel-certified soaps & shampoos
our own laundry with skin-friendly detergents
no small packs at the breakfast buffet
new clothes hangers only made of wood

Quality of life & motivation

Sustainability starts with people

For us, working sustainably also means taking responsibility for each other. Respectful cooperation, fair conditions and genuine appreciation form the basis of our daily actions - both towards guests and within the team. This attitude motivates us to develop our business step by step and find solutions that strengthen the environment, the region and people alike.

Together for a sustainable future

For more information on our specific steps, projects and improvements, please refer to our sustainability document. It shows how we live ecological responsibility and which developments we have already implemented.

Our environmental activities