Our certification journey
Our certification journey
Certification forms part of Schenna’s wider development process and is based on stand-ards developed by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). These standards cover a range of environmental, social, cultural and management-related areas and pro-vide a structured basis for documenting and assessing tourism-related measures throughout the certification process.
This is a shared effort. The Tourist Association, the municipality, local businesses and residents contribute different perspectives and experiences. As part of the process, pro-jects and measures relating to local products and services, social engagement and the use of water, energy and other resources are documented and reviewed.
This is a shared effort. The Tourist Association, the municipality, local businesses and residents contribute different perspectives and experiences. As part of the process, pro-jects and measures relating to local products and services, social engagement and the use of water, energy and other resources are documented and reviewed.
Nature and landscape in Schenna
Apple orchards and vineyards, walking and hiking trails, streams and mountain land-scapes are characteristic of the area around Schenna. They provide spaces for recreation as well as habitats for a wide range of plant and animal species.
When tourism-related measures are planned, the characteristics of the area and the way the spaces concerned are used and managed are taken into account. In agriculture, dif-ferent cultivation practices, the use of technical equipment and regional and traditional forms of land management are also considered.
Energy consumption and the use of renewable energy are further areas addressed within the process. Existing and planned projects are documented and assessed as part of Schenna’s ongoing development. Mobility is another focus, with a range of options available for travelling to and from Schenna, including the Meraner Land Express and the direct bus service between Munich and Schenna.
Social and cultural life in Schenna
Village life in Schenna is shaped by the people who live there. The interests of local resi-dents, the work of associations, local traditions and cultural activities therefore also form part of tourism planning and development. Surveys, workshops and other opportunities for dialogue help gather different perspectives and feed them into future planning.
Festivals, events and living traditions are part of everyday life in the village and offer visi-tors opportunities to experience Schenna and its culture. The Tourist Association also works with local producers and businesses to increase the visibility of local products and services and strengthen opportunities for local marketing.
Economic aspects
Tourism is closely connected to the economy of the village and the wider region. Region-al economic cycles, employment and the broader economic context are therefore consid-ered as part of its further development.
A number of restaurants and accommodation providers in Schenna already work with local producers and suppliers and use regional or seasonal ingredients. One objective of the development process is to strengthen these partnerships further and create additional business relationships within the region.
Apple orchards and vineyards, walking and hiking trails, streams and mountain land-scapes are characteristic of the area around Schenna. They provide spaces for recreation as well as habitats for a wide range of plant and animal species.
When tourism-related measures are planned, the characteristics of the area and the way the spaces concerned are used and managed are taken into account. In agriculture, dif-ferent cultivation practices, the use of technical equipment and regional and traditional forms of land management are also considered.
Energy consumption and the use of renewable energy are further areas addressed within the process. Existing and planned projects are documented and assessed as part of Schenna’s ongoing development. Mobility is another focus, with a range of options available for travelling to and from Schenna, including the Meraner Land Express and the direct bus service between Munich and Schenna.
Social and cultural life in Schenna
Village life in Schenna is shaped by the people who live there. The interests of local resi-dents, the work of associations, local traditions and cultural activities therefore also form part of tourism planning and development. Surveys, workshops and other opportunities for dialogue help gather different perspectives and feed them into future planning.
Festivals, events and living traditions are part of everyday life in the village and offer visi-tors opportunities to experience Schenna and its culture. The Tourist Association also works with local producers and businesses to increase the visibility of local products and services and strengthen opportunities for local marketing.
Economic aspects
Tourism is closely connected to the economy of the village and the wider region. Region-al economic cycles, employment and the broader economic context are therefore consid-ered as part of its further development.
A number of restaurants and accommodation providers in Schenna already work with local producers and suppliers and use regional or seasonal ingredients. One objective of the development process is to strengthen these partnerships further and create additional business relationships within the region.
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