3,000 m² Open Park: How an Unfenced Landscape Creates Community

Looking for a place where nature isn’t gated off—but shared? Our 3,000 m² open park in the heart of Ortisei is deliberately unfenced so hotel guests and neighbours can enjoy a calm, green space together. This simple decision nurtures community, supports local ecology, and reflects a broader commitment to sustainability that runs through everything we do—from energy use and mobility to daily operations.

In this guide, you’ll discover why an open landscape matters, how our wildflower meadow and beehives enrich biodiversity, and practical ways to enjoy the space respectfully. You’ll also see how the park connects with our sustainable mobility services, wellness, outdoor activities, and local culture in Val Gardena.

What makes a 3,000 m² open park different?

An unfenced park removes barriers—literally and figuratively. By keeping the grounds open, we welcome neighbours to share the same fresh air, sunlit corners, and quiet pathways our guests love. Set in the pedestrian area of Ortisei (St. Ulrich), just a few minutes on foot from cable cars to Alpe di Siusi, Seceda, and Resciesa, the park becomes an easy-to-reach green pause in a lively alpine village.

At a glance:

• Size: 3,000 m²
• Access: Unfenced and shared with guests and the neighbouring community
• Setting: Historic Art Nouveau mansion (founded 1913) overlooking Ortisei’s main square
• Purpose: Calm, connection, and nature-based recreation

Open green spaces tend to invite casual encounters, a sense of safety through presence, and everyday well-being. When residents and travellers share the same environment respectfully, bonds form naturally—over a morning coffee on a bench, a child’s discovery of a wildflower, or a sunset chat under the mountains.

Ecology in action: wildflower meadow and beehives

Our park is more than a lawn—it’s a living habitat. On the wildflower meadow next to the hotel, two on-site beehives each host up to 50,000 bees, helping pollinate local plants and producing house-made honey in late summer. Bees thrive in diverse, pesticide-free environments where blooms overlap across the season; a wildflower meadow provides that continuous forage in a compact footprint.

Why it matters:

• Pollination support: Bees help maintain plant diversity in and around Ortisei.
• Seasonal cycles: Wildflowers offer staggered blossoms; bees return nutrients to the system through their work.
• Taste of place: Late-summer honey reflects local blossoms and alpine character.

If you’re curious, ask our team about the hives and seasonal honey. It’s an accessible way to learn how small-scale urban beekeeping strengthens local ecosystems.

A living room for Ortisei: openness builds belonging

Because the 3,000 m² open park is unfenced and welcoming, it naturally becomes a shared “living room” for the village. That spirit extends into our broader community actions:

• We support local associations and cultural events, including the fire department, ski club, hockey club, Unika artists, and the Gherdëina art biennale.
• As an active partner of the Val Gardena Club Card, we grant locals and employees special discounts at the Stetteneck bar and spa.
• Guests are also welcome to relax on the spacious lawn at our adjacent B&B Villa Angelino, expanding the sense of shared space.

When guests and locals cross paths in everyday settings—on a garden bench, during a village event, or on a guided walk—travel feels less like consumption and more like connection.

Sustainable mobility and the open-space mindset

An open park encourages people to slow down and savour the surroundings. We reinforce that car-light mindset with convenient, low-impact mobility:

• Every guest receives the Val Gardena Mobil Card for unlimited, free use of public buses and trains throughout South Tyrol during the stay.
• Cable cars to Alpe di Siusi, Seceda, and Resciesa are just minutes away on foot.
• We collaborate with the MTB School in Ortisei for discounted e-bike rental.
• We encourage train travel, arranging luggage transport and shuttle services to simplify arrivals.
• Charging stations for electric cars are available in a nearby garage.

This approach reduces traffic in Ortisei, keeps our park peaceful, and makes exploring the Dolomites simpler and more sustainable.

Operations that back the vision

An unfenced park is one choice among many that support a more sustainable stay. Behind the scenes, we pursue continuous, practical improvements that add up:

• Energy & systems

  • We use regional Green Energy for electricity.
  • A modern heating room reduces consumption; radiators have individual heating regulators.
  • An intelligent KNX control system optimises lighting and devices.
  • LED lighting is installed across most spaces.

• Water & amenities

  • Bed linen and towels are changed only on request.
  • Refillable dispensers replace single-use toiletries.
  • Guests are kindly asked to bring their own slippers for the pool to cut disposable waste.

• Waste & circularity

  • Rigorous waste separation is standard.
  • Furniture and equipment are donated for second life, not discarded.

• Kitchen efficiency

  • We use energy-efficient combi ovens and dishwashers.
  • Fresh, seasonal, and regional products are prioritised; dinner orders are taken in the morning to minimise food waste.
  • Free fresh water is available at every table.

Our efforts are recognised by the Sustainability Label South Tyrol Level 3 and the GSTC® Certificate, underscoring our long-term commitment to responsible travel in Val Gardena.

Seasons in the park: slow moments, big memories

The open park evolves with the year, offering a quiet counterpoint to mountain adventures.

Spring and early summer

• Watch pollinators return to the meadow as alpine blooms arrive.
• Use the park as a gentle warm-up before guided hikes on our weekly program.

High summer

• Enjoy tranquil afternoons under the Dolomite sky.
• Join the season’s experiences in the valley; in high summer we also host an alpine "Almgrillen" barbecue at the foot of the Sassolungo (with South Tyrolean wines and house-made Kaiserschmarrn), bringing the open-air spirit into the mountains.

Autumn

• Savour the golden light and cooler air—ideal for reading, sketching, or mindful walks.
• Ask about our late-summer honey from the on-site hives.

Winter

• After snowshoeing or skiing, the park becomes a calm vantage point for winter light and village life.
• Warm up in our wellness area with the indoor heated pool (with jacuzzi jets and neck shower), sauna, herbal steam bath, and infrared cabin.

How the park connects to your stay

Your time in the open park weaves easily into the rest of your holiday in Ortisei:

• Explore more with our Val Gardena Active partnership—guided hikes, sunrise and sunset tours, and family-friendly activities at special rates or free of charge.
• Discover our wellness spaces under Water & Steam and our culinary philosophy under Eat & Drink.
• Browse seasonal Offers such as Stay Longer, Save More or Hiking in the Dolomites to plan the ideal rhythm for your trip.

Quick answers about the 3,000 m² open park

• Is the park fenced? No. It is deliberately unfenced and shared.
• Who can use it? Hotel guests and the neighbouring community are welcome.
• How large is it? 3,000 m².
• Are there beehives? Yes. We keep two beehives on the wildflower meadow; honey is harvested in late summer.
• Where is the hotel? In the pedestrian area of Ortisei, a short walk from the cable cars to Alpe di Siusi, Seceda, and Resciesa.
• Any extra green space? Yes. Guests may also relax on the lawn at the adjacent B&B Villa Angelino.

Practical takeaways to enjoy and respect the space

• Share the space courteously with neighbours; greet, give way, and keep noise low at quiet times.
• Stay on mown paths in the wildflower meadow when indicated to protect pollinators and native plants.
• Carry a reusable bottle; free fresh water is available at every table in the hotel.
• Pack light for the mountains and use your Val Gardena Mobil Card to travel car-free.
• Join our weekly guided hikes to deepen your connection with the Dolomites.
• Curious about the hives? Ask our team about seasonal honey and bee-friendly practices.
• Help us reduce waste: request linen and towel changes only when needed and bring your own pool slippers.

Conclusion: An invitation to share the meadow

Our 3,000 m² open park is a simple idea with big impact: remove fences, welcome people, and let nature do what it does best. Together with sustainable mobility, efficient operations, and community partnerships, it turns a hotel garden into a shared Ortisei experience.

Ready to make this your alpine living room? Explore our Offers—including Stay Longer, Save More—and plan your trip around Hiking in the Dolomites, Val Gardena Active experiences, and time to simply be in the meadow. Book direct for our Best Price Guarantee or contact us for tailored suggestions.

• Tel. +39 0471 796563
• info@stetteneck.com
• Classic Hotel am Stetteneck, Str. Rezia 14, I-39046 Ortisei (BZ)