Cyprianerhof Dolomit Resort is a luxurious alpine lodge located in the Tires Valley, directly beneath the rosy crags of the Catinaccio/Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage site. A family establishment since 1988, the Cyprianerhof has always been rooted in nature – and over the decades it has evolved into one of Italy’s most sustainable hotels (awarded the South Tyrol Sustainability Label at the highest level and certified as a ClimateHotel®). The resort’s energy system is a standout: a CO₂-neutral wood-chip heating plant provides all heat and hot water, fed by wood waste from regional forestry, and a solar PV array on the roof generates a significant portion of its electricity. What power it can’t produce is sourced from 100% renewable providers, enabling Cyprianerhof to operate at or near climate-neutral status (it participates in the Climate Neutral Alliance 2025). The hotel itself is constructed in traditional South Tyrolean style with modern ecological twists: thick masonry and natural insulation keep it thermally efficient, windows are triple-pane for energy savings, and furnishings are crafted from local spruce and larch sustainably harvested from surrounding forests. Wellness meets wilderness in their Mountain Spa, which features an indoor-outdoor pool and outdoor sauna with Dolomite views – all heated by green energy. The pool uses salt electrolysis instead of chlorine, and the spa’s herbal infusions and cosmetics are entirely organic (some herbs coming from the hotel’s own garden). Cyprianerhof’s kitchen is equally green: it sources 75% of ingredients locally, from pasture-raised eggs and Alpine dairy, to seasonal veggies from nearby farms and game meat from sustainable hunts in the area. They even bake their own organic breads daily and offer a broad selection of South Tyrolean organic wines. As a member of Vitalpina Hotels, the resort offers daily guided hikes, snowshoe walks, and alpine fitness activities – encouraging guests to experience the Dolomites actively but responsibly. Guests can borrow e-bikes to explore with low impact, and the hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to trailheads to reduce individual car use. Not a single aspect is overlooked: they use biodegradable cleaning products, have a state-of-the-art water purification system, and even the toiletries in rooms are dispensers to avoid plastic waste. By expertly balancing five-star comfort with eco-conscious practices, Cyprianerhof proves that a resort can pamper its guests and protect the planet – allowing you to breathe easy in more ways than one.