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Erlebnisort Gassenhof: Your holiday in harmony with nature
Help us protect this wonderful environment
It may have been a buzzword for many, now it needs to be a priority for everyone. Sustainability is our duty of protection towards the unique environment that we are so fortunate to call our home. This is why here at Erlebnisort Gassenhof we give our contribution – with specific measures designed to make your holiday in South Tyrol even more enjoyable while protecting our environment.
Erlebnisort Gassenhof: Your holiday in harmony with nature
Help us protect this wonderful environment
It may have been a buzzword for many, now it needs to be a priority for everyone. Sustainability is our duty of protection towards the unique environment that we are so fortunate to call our home. This is why here at Erlebnisort Gassenhof we give our contribution – with specific measures designed to make your holiday in South Tyrol even more enjoyable while protecting our environment.
Sustainability Label South Tyrol Level 3
Back in 2023, the Gassenhof team was awarded Level 1 of the Sustainability Label South Tyrol - an important incentive to keep moving forward. Since June 2026, we hold Level 3 - the highest level of the Sustainability Label South Tyrol.
Good job, team!
This means our commitment to responsible tourism is not just a promise: it is assessed against clearly defined, internationally recognised sustainability standards.
For us, however, this is less a finish line and more a confirmation that we should carry on. After all, sustainability at Gassenhof is not about a single measure, but the sum of many.
This includes our active contribution to the protection and preservation of our cultural heritage. We prioritise local produce, collaborate with local craft businesses, and welcome guests with reduced mobility to our accessible Sambucus room category. We also encourage our guests to switch to public transport.
This success encourages us to further develop precisely these measures – for our guests, for Gassenhof and its team, and for the wonderful corner of the world in which we live.
Sustainability at Gassenhof at a glance
- South Tyrol Sustainability Label, Level 3, since June 2026
- Electricity from South Tyrolean hydroelectric power
- Our own wood chip heating system using South Tyrolean wood that covers 100% of our heating requirements
- Food sourced mainly from local farmers and producers
- Our own gourmet products from Genusshaus Mount Becher
- activeCARD with free use of regional buses and trains in South Tyrol
- Bus stop right outside the hotel
- Member of Alpine Pearls
- Reusable water bottles for on the go
- Resource-efficient linen changes and room cleaning according to your preferences
- Electric vehicle charging points (for a fee)
- Preservation of regional traditions and historic sites such as the Gratznhäusl, dating from 1375
Together for Ratschings
Our commitment integrates into the comprehensive sustainability strategy of the Ratschings Tourist Association. Together with other businesses and partners on site, we’re working to preserve this beautiful region for future generations while creating authentic holiday experiences.
For more details about the regional sustainability strategy and our shared goals: https://www.ratschings.info/en/holiday-in-ratschings/sustainability
Sustainability measures at Gassenhof
Your heart will truly be warmed by our hotel. Our own wood chip heating system meets the hotel’s entire heating requirements, with the wood sourced from South Tyrol. We get our electricity from hydroelectric power in South Tyrol, and with our energy-saving LED bulbs shed a light on our – and your – commitment to the environment.
We take care to minimise the waste we produce, and to carefully dispose of it. This is why you will find no single-use plastic drinking bottles at Erlebnisort Gassenhof: for your hikes, we will lend you washable and reusable drinking bottles. It’s you who decides when the room should be cleaned, and bed linen and towels changed. Through all these measures, we have been able to save considerable amounts of plastic, energy, detergent and water.
Sustainability measures at Gassenhof
Your heart will truly be warmed by our hotel. Our own wood chip heating system meets the hotel’s entire heating requirements, with the wood sourced from South Tyrol. We get our electricity from hydroelectric power in South Tyrol, and with our energy-saving LED bulbs shed a light on our – and your – commitment to the environment.
We take care to minimise the waste we produce, and to carefully dispose of it. This is why you will find no single-use plastic drinking bottles at Erlebnisort Gassenhof: for your hikes, we will lend you washable and reusable drinking bottles. It’s you who decides when the room should be cleaned, and bed linen and towels changed. Through all these measures, we have been able to save considerable amounts of plastic, energy, detergent and water.
HEART AND HOMELAND
Preserving South Tyrol’s culture and traditions
For us here at Gassenhof, guests are more than just that – they’re part of our large, diverse family. Just as we are more than just a hotel: first and foremost, we are a vibrant part of Ridnaun’s wonderful landscape.
We uphold our traditions – from culinary specialities to guided hikes to help you discover our regional flora and fauna, we love to share our local knowledge and customs with you, so you can really immerse yourself in the experience and take a piece of Gassenhof home with you.
Our evening cuvée? We serve it in our own specially designed bottle. What else is close to our hearts? Village life. We are delighted to support local organisations: the Ridnaun Volunteer Fire Brigade, the Ridnaun Local Theatre Group, the local Football Team, the Ridnaun Miners’ Band, the Sterzing Golf Club and the Wiesen Riding Club.
One of the things our employees especially value is feeling at home here at Gassenhof. 30 employees live in the valley or in our staff apartments, and those who come from afar can count on cosy rooms here on the grounds. This saves them some commuting.
Breathe in the scent of fresh Alpine herbs, dance to the rhythm of a Ziachorgl accordion on our Wildnalm alp and delve into the secrets of local cuisine – we’ll help you gain real insider knowledge of our beloved homeland!
We put our heart and soul into preserving our beloved homeland South Tyrol and its rich cultural heritage. A heritage of which the listed Gratznhäusl chalet is part and parcel. This historical building from 1375 is our pride and joy: we have renovated it with the greatest care to offer you an authentic atmosphere in which to spend your holiday and enjoy the taste of Rahmmus, a traditional South Tyrolean dish that we regularly cook for our guests in the chalet’s 700-year-old kitchen.
HEART AND HOMELAND
Preserving South Tyrol’s culture and traditions
For us here at Gassenhof, guests are more than just that – they’re part of our large, diverse family. Just as we are more than just a hotel: first and foremost, we are a vibrant part of Ridnaun’s wonderful landscape.
We uphold our traditions – from culinary specialities to guided hikes to help you discover our regional flora and fauna, we love to share our local knowledge and customs with you, so you can really immerse yourself in the experience and take a piece of Gassenhof home with you.
Our evening cuvée? We serve it in our own specially designed bottle. What else is close to our hearts? Village life. We are delighted to support local organisations: the Ridnaun Volunteer Fire Brigade, the Ridnaun Local Theatre Group, the local Football Team, the Ridnaun Miners’ Band, the Sterzing Golf Club and the Wiesen Riding Club.
One of the things our employees especially value is feeling at home here at Gassenhof. 30 employees live in the valley or in our staff apartments, and those who come from afar can count on cosy rooms here on the grounds. This saves them some commuting.
Breathe in the scent of fresh Alpine herbs, dance to the rhythm of a Ziachorgl accordion on our Wildnalm alp and delve into the secrets of local cuisine – we’ll help you gain real insider knowledge of our beloved homeland!
We put our heart and soul into preserving our beloved homeland South Tyrol and its rich cultural heritage. A heritage of which the listed Gratznhäusl chalet is part and parcel. This historical building from 1375 is our pride and joy: we have renovated it with the greatest care to offer you an authentic atmosphere in which to spend your holiday and enjoy the taste of Rahmmus, a traditional South Tyrolean dish that we regularly cook for our guests in the chalet’s 700-year-old kitchen.
There’s no taste like home
The fruit, vegetables, meat and fish delivered to our kitchen haven’t come a long way. Besides, our chef’s greatest secret is no secret at all: local tastes better. We therefore source around 30% of our food from within a 150-kilometre radius – including from Marginterhof and Zössmayr. Once a week, we offer you a six-course dinner of your choice made with seasonal, locally grown produce. 100% South Tyrol in 6 courses – and we bet you can taste the difference! And because even small steps count, once a week we forgo meat and pamper you with a delectable vegetarian menu.
Ridnaun – destination for a holiday in harmony with nature
The municipality of Ratschings, to which Ridnaun belongs, is a member of Alpine Pearls – a consortium of 19 destinations in the Alps that have united in their commitment to sustainable tourism and green mobility. The challenge the Alpine Pearls have taken on focuses on supporting car-free holidays by guaranteeing unrestricted mobility at the destination through convenient transport services and environmentally friendly alternatives.
Most of tourism-related emissions comes from the journeys to and from the holiday destinations. Therefore we recommend guests of Erlebnisort Gassenhof to come by train and bus. The nearest railway station is in Sterzing, only 12 km away from here, and the bus stops right outside our door. Those arriving with their own electric car are welcome to use our charging stations (for an additional charge).
We are delighted that so many of our guests are eager do to their part to protect the environment. If you need any assistance in planning your train or bus journey, please contact us at any time – we are here to help you enjoy a rewarding car-free holiday in South Tyrol!
WHAT SUSTAINABILITY LABEL DOES ERLEBNISORT GASSENHOF HAVE?
Erlebnisort Gassenhof holds the Sustainability Label South Tyrol Level 3. Since receiving Level 1 certification in 2023, the hotel has progressed to the highest level of the Sustainability Label in June 2026.
Can I travel to the Gassenhof in Ridnaun without a car?
Yes. The nearest railway station is in Sterzing, around 12 km away. From there, you can take the bus to Ridnaun. The bus stop is right next to the hotel. A transfer from the station is also available if booked in advance.
CAN I USE PUBLIC TRANSPORT FREE OF CHARGE DURING MY STAY?
Yes. With the activeCARD included in your stay, you can use regional buses and trains throughout South Tyrol free of charge and without limits.
ARE THERE CHARGING STATIONS FOR ELECTRIC CARS AT GASSENHOF?
Yes. Electric vehicle charging stations are available for a fee at Erlebnisort Gassenhof.
WHICH REGIONAL PRODUCTS ARE AVAILABLE AT GASSENHOF?
We source around 30% of our food from within a 150-kilometre radius – including from Marginterhof and Zössmayr. At the Mount Becher Genusshaus, we also produce our own beer, spirits, cheese and coffee. Our own potatoes and honey from our beehives are also part of Gassenhof’s regional world of flavours.