Woods, vines and wine are at the heart of the extraordinary German Wine Route. It’s hard to imagine a better place to live, work, rest and unwind. What more could you wish for than the Mediterranean climate, local delicacies, countless opportunities to be at one with nature, friendly locals, historical landmarks and vibrant festival culture? Life is good in the German Wine Route region but not to the detriment of nature or culture. We see it as our responsibility to protect and preserve both for the benefit of future generations.
And that’s why we were the first region in Rhineland-Palatinate to become a certified Sustainable Destination back in December 2020. This accolade demonstrates our commitment to sustainable tourism and our mission to work with local businesses to stay sustainable. For us, the certification process is a way to ensure that we continue to improve our sustainability activities (and those of our partners) in the long term.
Plenty of accommodation providers are committed to sustainability on different levels. Some have been following a dedicated strategy for a long time already. And others are still just starting out on their sustainability journey by becoming TourCert Qualified to demonstrate their sustainable intentions.
Between them, our partners shop local, rely on renewable energy, use biodegradable detergents, provide charging points for electric vehicles, hire out bikes and so much more. Plus, biodiversity, fair working conditions and other important issues are at the heart of their operations.
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Thank you Mother Nature for providing us with the perfect blend of natural and cultural goodness here. Gently rolling hills, picturesque castles, peaceful valleys and the largest contiguous forest in Germany – the Palatinate Forest. Recognised by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve, it provides the setting for no end of opportunities to have fun in the great outdoors. It’s also home to a large number of sustainability-based projects and initiatives that encourage people in our local area to demonstrate their respect and responsibility for our planet.
Why not take a hike, hop on your bike or join a guided walking tour of the Palatinate Forest? There’s no better way to soak up the nature and culture for yourself. And don’t forget about all the museums nearby too!
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We like to keep things local. Are you the same? Lots of regional producers work hard to promote biodiversity and act in the interests of our planet, showing their commitment to sustainability with awards and certificates. You’ll never be far away from locally grown produce – no matter where you are along the German Wine Route.
You need look no further than the plates served in many of the restaurants and cafés. Stop off for a bite to eat and taste it for yourself!
Woods, vines and wine are at the heart of the extraordinary German Wine Route. It’s hard to imagine a better place to live, work, rest and unwind. What more could you wish for than the Mediterranean climate, local delicacies, countless opportunities to be at one with nature, friendly locals, historical landmarks and vibrant festival culture?
And that’s why we were the first region in Rhineland-Palatinate to become a certified Sustainable Destination back in December 2020. This accolade demonstrates our commitment to sustainable tourism and our mission to work with local businesses to stay sustainable. For us, the certification process is a way to ensure that we continue to improve our sustainability activities (and those of our partners) in the long term.
