Group of five individuals on a wooden bridge over a stream surrounded by greenery and a building. — Surrounded by tranquil nature, the hosts welcome guests to unwind and rejuvenate at Hotel GUT Trattlerhof.

Wooden sign with German text nestled in lush greenery near a wooden fence and bridge — The serene ambiance invites guests to unwind and embrace wellness in the stunning Nockberge setting.

Trattlerhof goes green

Climate change is one of the biggest challenges for the human race. It causes harm to ecosystems and affects the very foundations of life.

Support Helena’s Final School Project on Sustainability

Helena Klaes, a long-standing regular guest at the Trattlerhof, is conducting an anonymous survey on the topic of sustainable holidays as part of her final school project. As a sustainably oriented hotel, we are very happy to support this project and warmly invite you to share your impressions with her.

The survey only takes a few minutes – thank you very much for your support!

👉 Click here to take part in the survey: https://www.menti.com/alh6n8s8n1dt

Two people proudly present an award in front of a green outdoor backdrop. — Gold award-winning sustainability - Trattlerhof offers environmentally conscious experiences in picturesque nature.

SDI Gold Award

Sustainability is not just a concept for us – it’s a matter close to our hearts! Through responsible management and targeted initiatives, Hotel GUT Trattlerhof has achieved GOLD status in the SDI rating – a distinction currently held by only 9 hotels in all of Austria. With an outstanding CO₂ value of just 1.33 kg per overnight stay, we are even among the top 5 hotels in this regard. This highest level of recognition within the SDI framework highlights our exceptional sustainability performance and makes our commitment to a greener future clearly visible.

Our Sustainable Initiatives for Your Holiday

Regional Flavours & Conscious Cuisine
We are committed to treating nature with care. As a certified “Genuss-Wirt”, we focus on using locally sourced products. We serve seasonal food and beverages from the region, complemented by selected organically grown products. This allows you to enjoy fresh quality, short transport routes and authentic flavours from Carinthia.

100% Renewable Energy
We use energy and water efficiently and prioritise renewable energy sources. With our own hydroelectric power plant, we are well on our way to becoming self-sufficient in electricity – powered by 100% hydropower. Since May 2014, our entire property has used renewable bioheat. In this way, the Trattlerhof consistently embraces renewable energy.

Using Energy, Water & Resources Responsibly
We pay close attention to the efficient use of energy and water. By consciously purchasing regional products, carefully separating and recycling waste, and using cleaning and laundry products sparingly, we help conserve valuable resources. Our cleaning products are biodegradable and contribute to protecting our waterways.

Acting Sustainably Together
Our employees regularly attend training sessions and actively contribute to our environmental programme. You can participate too: if you choose to skip daily room cleaning, you will receive an environmental bonus of €3 per day, credited to your room bill.

E-Mobility – Sustainable and Comfortable Travel
Sustainable mobility is an integral part of the experience at Hotel GUT Trattlerhof. You can conveniently charge your electric car at our modern charging stations located directly at the hotel.

Alternatively, explore the region in our hotel-owned Tesla Model Y, available for excursions upon request. It is a wonderful way to combine driving pleasure and comfort with a responsible approach to our natural surroundings.

At the Trattlerhof, this creates a holiday experience that naturally combines enjoyment, comfort and sustainability.

Austrian Ecolabel & EU Ecolabel

The Trattlerhof has been awarded both the Austrian Ecolabel and the EU Ecolabel. These certifications represent verified environmental quality, high sustainability standards and the responsible use of resources. For you as our guest, this means enjoying your holiday at a hotel whose commitment to environmental responsibility and quality is officially recognised.

Member of Change Maker Hotels

For you as our guest, staying at a Change Maker Hotel means enjoying your holiday at a hotel where sustainability is more than a promise – it is actively practised every day through mindful solutions for nature, the climate, people and the local region. Change Maker Hotels enable you to travel with peace of mind while promoting sustainable ideas for the future of tourism.

For a sustainable holiday you can feel good about.

A basket full of regional products from bacon and salami to vegetables and potatoes. — Regional and fresh products at the Hotel GUT Trattlerhof.

Carbon-Neutral Holidays at the Trattlerhof in Bad Kleinkirchheim

Here at the Trattler, we are taking a responsible approach to those different stresses we place upon the environment. Since 2014, not only is your stay at the Trattlerhof CO2-neutral, but as our guest, in contrast to standard hotels, every night you will be saving 58 kg CO2-equivalent emissions (ca. 1,110 tons of CO2 annually). And since we have now calculated our “positive CO2 footprint”, as of 2015 every guest is issued their personal CO2 certificate in recognition of having made their own personal contribution.

What Do Carbon Footprint and Carbon-Neutral Holidays Mean?

The carbon footprint shows how people, companies or products affect the climate through greenhouse gas emissions. It highlights where emissions are generated and where they can be consciously reduced.

Companies, processes or products are considered carbon-neutral when their unavoidable greenhouse gas emissions are calculated and offset through high-quality carbon credits.

For your holiday at the Trattlerhof, this means that your stay is thoughtfully designed and transparently assessed. Sustainable measures and the offsetting of unavoidable emissions make a carbon-neutral holiday possible.

At the Hotel Trattlerhof, modern e-bikes are available for exploring the natural & mountain world of Carinthia.

Sustainable Holidays Powered by Hydroelectricity from the Trattlerhof

Thanks to our on-site hydroelectric power plant, we generate more renewable energy at the Trattlerhof than we consume. We can offset this surplus against our already low carbon footprint, thereby saving additional CO₂ equivalents.

The surplus energy we produce is substantial enough to also account for our guests’ journeys to and from the hotel—an aspect that often represents a large proportion of a holiday’s CO₂ emissions.

This makes your stay at the Trattlerhof in Bad Kleinkirchheim especially resource-efficient: with 100% hydroelectric power, sustainable energy and peace of mind from arrival to departure.

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E-car & E-bike rental

E-bike at modern charging station on green grounds near wooden wall and tennis court. — Sustainable mobility directly at the Trattlerhof - explore Carinthia's nature in an environmentally friendly way.

For those who like to explore the beauty of the surrounding biosphere park of the Carinthian Nockberge mountains on two or four wheels and at the same time do something GOOD for the environment, we offer many possibilities at the Hotel GUT Trattlerhof**** & Chalets. A total of eight e-mountain bikes or a Tesla Y are available for fast-paced rides.

E-charging stations

A significant component of the "Trattlerhof goes green" concept is the expansion of e-mobility. So when you are on holiday in Bad Kleinkirchheim you can either borrow the hotel's own e-car or have your own e-car conveniently charged.

Do you want to make your journey and overnight stay "climate neutral"? Send a non-binding enquiry today or book your green holiday conveniently online.

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