The Alfsee Holiday and Adventure Park is setting new sails for sustainable development! Throughout 2025, as the pilot project of the Osnabrücker Land networking concept within the LEADER region, we conducted a potential analysis for sustainable tourism. A key objective was the creation of a sustainable development concept for Alfsee. The aim is socio-cultural meeting point to further develop responsible tourism . The Alfsee destination will be further tailored to specific target groups, and intergenerational tourism in harmony with nature and the environment will be strengthened. The findings, as well as the theoretical and practical planning and implementation processes, are intended to serve as a model and can be transferred to other leisure destinations in the region, thus holistic sustainable tourism in the Osnabrücker Land promotingTo this end, we worked closely with various leisure organizations in the area, the municipality of Bersenbrück, and the communications agency Pro-t-in from Lingen to analyze our strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats and to realign and improve our sustainability efforts. This project is co-financed by the European Union.

Sustainability plays a central role at the Alfsee Holiday and Adventure Park – especially when it comes to mobility and energy. As a visitor, you can conveniently charge your electric vehicle at our charging stations – whether you are an overnight guest or a day visitor. hotel car park Modern charging stations are available day visitor car park a fast-charging station . This allows your vehicle to be reliably and efficiently recharged during a relaxing stay or a short visit.

Energy is an essential component of Alfsee GmbH's operations – and we consciously focus on sustainable solutions. A large portion of our hot water supply is provided by biomass . This allows us to utilize natural resources from the region to replace fossil fuels and reduce CO₂ emissions. Furthermore, we are generating increasing amounts of electricity through photovoltaic systems on our buildings. In addition, we source our energy exclusively from certified green energy providersto further reduce our ecological footprint.

At Restaurant Feingeist, sustainability is a daily practice. We focus on regional products, modern systems, and environmentally conscious practices. Our honey comes directly from Rieste – from the company's own apiary, cultivated by our maintenance staff. Thanks to our water purification system , we avoid bottled water and reduce transport distances and packaging waste. We also take a sustainable approach to digitalization: online reservations and digital processes help save paper and make operations more efficient. We consistently avoid aluminum and plastic, serve jam in edible bowls , and use butter and Nutella dispensers instead of single-use packaging. Finally, we use environmentally friendly cleaning productsthat protect nature and water. Thus, Feingeist combines regionality, efficiency, and environmental awareness – for genuine enjoyment with responsibility.

at the Alfsee Holiday and Adventure Park stay an environmentally friendly one. At the Ringhotel Alfsee Piazza, we offer guests the option of opting out of daily room cleaning. We donate the resulting savings to a sustainable project – promoting environmental protection with added social value. By digitizing our processes , we simplify workflows, save paper, and create more time for what truly matters: our guests. Digital processes also ensure a convenient arrival and departure without unnecessary hassle. Sustainability is also a priority at the campsite : In the sanitary facilities, we implement water-saving measures such as timed showers and efficient flushing systems. Our accommodations are also heated using district heating – conserving resources and protecting the climate. Thus, every stay at Alfsee becomes a contribution to a green and responsible future.