Sustainability at Hotel Engel – For You, for Tomorrow

Our contribution to a future worth living

We live in and with nature – here in Todtnauberg, that’s not just an idea, it’s a way of life. That’s why taking responsibility comes naturally to us: for our environment, for future generations, and for the region we call home.

As a Familotel partner, we’ve been certified under the strict standards of the “Consciously Sustainable” label – one of the most comprehensive sustainability programmes in family-run tourism.

Reviewed Across 10 Areas – More Than Just a Promise

At our hotel, sustainability isn’t an add-on – it’s part of everyday life

Our certification covers a total of 307 individual criteria across the following fields of action:

Energy & Building
Food & Kitchen
Team & Family
Partners & Suppliers
Nature Conservation & Land Management
Waste Management & Recycling
Guest Communication & Marketing
Social & Ethical Responsibility
Economy & Stability
Agriculture & Animal Welfare

In addition, we’ve set 15 of our own sustainability goals, which we are committed to achieving over the next two years.

KLIMAWIN – We Take Responsibility

Certified and committed!

We are proud to be part of the KLIMAWIN initiative by the state of Baden-Württemberg. Our commitment to the environment and the future is officially certified – through transparent, practical measures that make every stay more mindful and resource-efficient.

This includes:

Energy & Climate Protection – Use of renewable energy and efficient heating systems
Waste & Resources – Conscious use of materials, reusing instead of wasting
Biodiversity & Natural Spaces – Nature-friendly garden design, habitats for insects & birds

Simply by staying at Hotel Engel, You support a sustainable concept – and help keep the Black Forest a special place for generations to come.

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What You’ll Notice With Us – In Big Ways and Small

Sustainability is a mindset, not a label!

For us, sustainability doesn’t mean reinventing everything – it means improving many things. You might not see big signs everywhere, but You’ll feel it in the details:
Regional food and short supply chains
Energy from renewable sources
No single-use products
Garden spaces designed as havens for insects and birds
Toys and equipment built to last
Mindful use of water and resources
And if something isn’t “perfect” yet – we’re working on it.

Because for us:

Sustainability is a journey, not a destination.