Sponge city garden
A sponge city garden uses special techniques and plants to utilise rainwater effectively.
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Use of rainwater
We installed a large rainwater cistern back in the mid-1990s.
Air filling station
There is an air filling station for bicycles in front of the hotel.
Say NO to light pollution!
We have little outdoor lighting.
Step into the forest
The entrance as well as our lobby is inspired by biophilic design.
We are a Blooming Business
In 2019 we received the "Blooming Business" award from the Bavarian State Ministry for the Environment
Every tree needs a friend
Water is a precious ressource and it is important to us to handle it efficiently.
Protection against wind and weather
We have taken measures in and around the hotel to ensure storm and climate resistance.
Micro Forest
One of the most innovative planting concepts for small areas is the micro forest.
Travelling by bus & train
Employees have the option of purchasing a VGN company ticket through the hotel.
Nature through graffiti
Three walls in the courtyard were designed by street artist Julian Vogel.
Hello Sunshine
There was a solar charging station across from the hotel.
Neighborhood help
At the beginning of the pandemic, the hotel launched a neighborhood assistance program.
Astro timers
In order not to leave the lights on unnecessarily, we switched to astro clocks.
Biophilic design
With biophilic design, we use elements from nature in the interior design.
Rental bikes
The hotel owns more than 10 rental bicycles for guests.
Traveling with electricity
The hotel already had an electric car at the beginning of the 90s.
A heart for cyclists
Our hotel has been awarded by the ADFC for its cyclist-friendliness.
Solar thermal system
In 1996, the solar system for service water in the Hotel Luise was put into operation.
Fruits from the garden
There are many different fruit trees on the property of the hotel.
The recycling courtyard
The hotel building had to be excavated for insulation. This gave rise to the idea of
Excellent nature garden
Thanks to the garden, our creative hotel was the first company in Erlangen to be awarded
Passive Cooling
Ventilation concepts and structural measures ensure that the building has airflow.
Carsharing
The hotel took part in the first car sharing project in Erlangen in the early1990s.
May the electricity be with you!
There are a total of three charging stations with 22kW at the hotel.
Photo exhibitions
The hotel continuously makes the glass corridor available for exhibitions.
Roof top gardens
The wellness area and part of the central building are greened with a roof garden.
