Regenerative Tourism
Conference on the Move
Central
Switzerland
26 – 29
March 2025
WHY YOU SHOULD COME
We first enjoyed the perks of tourism, then saw many
of our wonderful places decline. So we asked.
Can tourism become a good thing again?
Can destinations enjoy benefits of travel without negatives of tourism?
Can tourism benefit local owners and the region first?
And can tourists positively impact the places they visit?
Find out at Moverence.
SCHEDULE
Moving Around
By visiting, analyzing and developing regional best practices, we create a shared understanding and a methodology of Regenerative Tourism in practice, inspire ideas and strengthen the important networks between upcoming agents of change.
For all destination managers, tourism providers and policy makers who want to transform their local tourism.
- Opening & Welcome Dinner
Lucerne
- UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch
Community: From Zero to Hero
- Wiesner Mysterion
Mindset: At Eye Level
- Late Night Session
Experience Tradition
- CULINARIUM Alpinum
Stories from Practice:
Embracing the local storytelling
- Fostering Dialogue
What can we learn from each other?
- Closing dinner
- Individual departure
Lucerne
DAY 1
26 March 2025
- Kick-off & Welcome Dinner at Lucerne
DAY 2
27 March 2025
- Moving through Central
Switzerland - Experiencing, observing
& analysing practices - Deconstruct, discuss & learn
- Late Night Session: Experience Tradition
DAY 3
28 March 2025
- Moving through Central
Switzerland - Exchange & learn
- Closing dinner
Explore how a whole region came together to become an ecological lighthouse region, recognised by the UNESCO.
Visit, taste and learn from a century old monastery that turned into hotel, restaurant, school, garden and a community hub.
Learn how entrepreneurs can create wealth for the entire community, by building local supply chains and engaging stakeholders.
Find out how chefs create Michelin starred menus by only using what is found in the local forests.
UNESCO Biospähre Entlebuch
The UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch, located in central Switzerland, has been a UNESCO biosphere reserve since 2001, making it the first of its kind in Switzerland. This protected area serves as a model for sustainable development, balancing the conservation of natural diversity with the economic and social interests of the region. Recognized by UNESCO for its unique peat bogs, karst landscapes, and alpine flora and fauna, the biosphere spans over 400 square kilometers, safeguarding rare ecosystems while promoting environmental education and sustainable tourism. The UNESCO designation
highlights the global significance of the region as an example of harmonious coexistence between people and nature.
Link to web
Community:
From Zero to Hero
- How to build communities
- How to build alliances at different levels: Local, Regional, National, International
Wiesner Mysterion
Wiesner Mysterion combines enjoyment with philosophical ideas spanning ethics, ecology, culture, architecture, aesthetics, art, and innovation. Rooted in a deep appreciation for nature and an awareness of responsibility, Wiesner Mysterion draws on principles from anthroposophy and spagyrics to shape its approach. This commitment is evident in every aspect of its work, where passion is expressed with authenticity and warmth. Through this unique blend, Wiesner Mysterion offers not only
a philosophical journey but also a holistic experience that resonates with a mindful connection to nature and sustainable values highlights the global significance of the region as an example of harmonious coexistence between people and nature.
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Mindset: At Eye Level
- How to act at eye level with nature
- How can we integrate a relationship at eye level into our business practices?
- How to transform your environment as a renegade
- Assertiveness and stamina against resistance
CULINARIUM Alpinum
CULINARIUM Alpinum in Stans, Switzerland, is situated within the historic grounds of the former St. Anna Monastery. This culinary center combines the rich heritage of the monastery with a strong emphasis on alpine cuisine and sustainable gastronomy. CULINARIUM Alpinum serves as a unique hub for chefs, food enthusiasts, and those interested in the culinary
traditions of the region. It offers educational programs, workshops, and events that highlight local ingredients, traditional cooking methods,
and innovative practices. A key focus is on local sourcing and supply chains ensuring local wealth. By incorporating the monastery’s legacy,
CULINARIUM Alpinum fosters a deeper understanding of the connection between food,
culture, and sustainability, making it a distinctive
destination for culinary exploration.
Link to web
Stories from Practice:
Embracing the local storytelling
- Do good and talk about it: how we tell regenerative stories
- Practical insights
- How to run a business holistically insights
- How to build local supply chains
- How to connect to what already exists and draw on the roots of the place
Tickets
Early bird ticket*:
CHF 680 incl. VAT
*The ticket includes all meals (excl. breakfast), activities and onsite transportation.
Regular ticket*:
CHF 980 incl. VAT
WHO’S BEHIND
Moverence, organized by the Swiss Regenerative Tourism Initiative, aims to make regenerative tourism a reality. We connect European tourism stakeholders, organise workshops, and provide resources to help foster regenerative transformation in regions.
By analysing best practices in Switzerland, Moverence fosters shared understanding, inspires new ideas, and strengthens networks among emerging change-makers in tourism.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
The name „Moverence“ is a combination of two words: Move & Conference. This means that during the conference, we will be moving from place to place. The base of the Moverence is in Lucerne. We will meet in Lucerne each morning, and return to Lucerne every evening. During the day, however, we will be traveling around Central Switzerland and experiencing, observing, and analyzing best practices.
