CERVO Mountain Resort
Website“Ecological and social responsibility have been key aspects of the resort since CERVO was founded in 2009. ” CERVO Mountain Resort
Description
Above the village center of Zermatt lies the CERVO Mountain Resort with an amazing view to the Matterhorn and over the whole village. With its awareness of the extraordinary and the highest quality, it is truly a gateway to the mystical mountain world of the Alps. Guests are invited to explore the impressive nature and find peace within themselves.
The diversity of the Swiss Alps shows itself in different variations at any time of the year. Around the Matterhorn, there are numerous activities to discover the surroundings in an individual way.
Highlights
- Unique combination of nature, adventure, relaxation as well as friendly service and sincere hospitality.
- Winter sports, hiking, climbing, and nature excursions are offered.
- Relaxation in the Mountain Ashram Spa with a breathtaking view of the mountain scenery.
- Impressive mountain panorama with a view of the Matterhorn.
- Three restaurants, one of them 100% vegetarian, one with products only from the Wallis.
environmental protection
being local - authentic experiences
giving back
cultural commitment
Rooms & Facilities
The lodges have three categories: Nomad, Alpinist, and Huntsman, which are located throughout the property. Additionally, there are apartments in the Overlook Lodge. All accommodations offer unique views of the surrounding mountains. The design is timelessly modern with alpine elements inspired by the colors of Zermatt nature.
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History & Philosophy
Daniel F. Lauber and Seraina Lauber had the dream to build a boutique hotel at the foot of the Matterhorn for extraordinary getaways.
At the end of 2009, their dream came true and the CERVO Mountain Boutique Resort opened its doors to its first guests. Two construction phases that allowed the resort to become what it is today were completed in advance. Initially, five chalets and a restaurant were built. In 2013 and 2014 another chalet and the restaurant Ferdinand were added.
Green Initiatives
- Architecture
- ibex fairstay label
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Water
- Energy
- Waste
- Continuing education
- Environment
- Animal and plant protection
- Social engagement
- The starting point was an old, private chalet, which was rebuilt in 2009 and is now the center of the hotel with a restaurant, bar, lounge, sun terrace, and reception.
- Chalets in modern alpine style
- Long-term cooperation with an architectural office from Zermatt
- Nature was integrated into the construction of the chalets, some land facing the forest is not built on.
- Use of natural materials, a lot of wood from local trees
- About half of the rooms are wheelchair accessible
- Award from hotelleriesuisse in the category “Sustainable living”
- Awarded with ibex fairstay label
The Swiss sustainability label promotes sustainability in the hotel industry. So wherever regional products are not available, the hotel can rely on transparency and corresponding certificates and initiatives.
- Herb and vegetable garden
- Perennial and berry hedges
- Landscaping with local plants in the spa area
- Own bee colony as of spring 2021
- Member of the SlowFood movement
- Use of regional and organic products (radius of 150km)
- For products outside this range, the hotel works with selected producers who have a proven track record of sustainability.
- Meat and cheese specialties from local farmers
- Reusable room service boxes
- CERVO’s surrounding area is designed as permaculture. Some food products grow there.
- Natural and sustainable hot water production
- Water-saving taps, showerheads, and toilet flushes
- Reuse of waste heat through efficient water heating and consolidation of the hotel’s channel system. Use of waste heat from commercial refrigeration for hot water production.
- Water directly from the glacier, purification by the osmosis water filter
- Own drinking water preparation and adding of carbonic acid
- 5 geothermal probes as energy source and storage.
- 95 % of the energy demand is covered by district heating. The remaining 5 % is natural gas, which is to be replaced by biogas.
- The heat pump is powered by solar energy.
- The long-term goal is to transform towards 100 % CO2 neutral energy production for heating and hot water.
- Reuse of waste heat through efficient water heating and consolidation of the hotel’s channel system. Use of waste heat from commercial refrigeration for hot water production.
- Storage of solar energy through collectors on the balconies of Lodge VI. The energy obtained there will be directed exclusively to the geothermal probes to increase efficiency.
- Heating energy savings in new Lodge VI through an intelligent ventilation system that measures air pollution and automatically ventilates as needed.
- LED lights throughout the building, motion detectors in stairways, and elevators.
- Refillable containers for shower lotion, body lotion, and shampoo
- Zero-waste style furnishings
- At the beginning of each season, employees are trained on waste separation and recycling.
- Eliminating plastic waste wherever possible
- Constant optimization of food waste
- Waste separation, delivery to the recycling center by electric vehicle
- Fair employee management and culture
- A holistic and mindful approach to employees
- Mindful living and sustainable practices are passed on to employees every day.
- Further training offers from the industry association
- Zermatt is car-free.
- Arrival by train is recommended by the hotel.
- Towels and bed linen are changed only upon request.
- Natural cosmetic products from Soeder, Zurich
- Biodegradable and environmentally friendly cleaning products from Maja Linie by Steinfels Swiss.
- Member of Myclimate
- The guest voluntarily pays a contribution to offset the CO2 emissions during his stay, CERVO doubles this contribution.
- The environment of the CERVO is created as permaculture and is based on existing structures. Some food grows there as well.
- Natural pest management through permaculture
- Planting with native plants in the spa area
- Own bee colony as of spring 2021
- Long-term cooperation with local suppliers and partners.
- Own projects such as the monthly soup table, a vegetable market, and the annual sustainability day raise awareness among employees and local people.
- About half of the rooms are wheelchair accessible.
- Participation at Lebensraum Zermatt
- Participation with Mitmänsch
- Collaboration with women’s cooperation in Morocco for decorative items and work clothes, which are also sold.