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Forestis Dolomites, The Art of Simplicity

ALPINE / HIDEAWAY
Forestis regards itself as a place of retreat surrounded by nature, where time can once again be sensed and filled with emotional value through physical and mental mindfulness towards oneself. Hideaway Forestis is located in a densely wooded area, 1,800 m above sea-level, with a view of the Dolomites. The area’s unique and outstanding natural character had already prompted the Austrian monarchy to establish a tuberculosis sanatorium at precisely this special site. Forestis lies in a sheltered sunny location on the southern slope of the Plose mountain in the South Tyrolean Alps, directly opposite the impressive massifs of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Site. The extraordinarily pure Plose spring water, fresh mountain air, many sunny days and mild climate, where Adriatic currents meet air masses from the North, have a favourable effect upon the health and well-being. The combination of the four natural elements with tasteful architecture has created something profound in this place.
The Architecture of Forestis is inspired by the same natural features that were once decisive in establishing a sanatorium. The excellent water, air, sun and climate are reflected here in equally authentic materials. Stone, from which the spring emerges, glass, as clear as the air, warm materials that warm like the sun, and the wood that grows best in this climate. Outside and inside, these natural materials are in harmony with each other, just like nature itself. The origins of Forestis go back to the year 1912. Doctors were commissioned to carry out various environmental studies at this location. The outstanding conditions here prompted the establishing of a tuberculosis sanatorium, built by architect Otto Wagner in accordance with the doctors’ ideals. Today, Forestis is still building on these results.
The Suites at Forestis bring nature into the room. The natural materials and clear style reflect the peace of the forest and surrounding natural world. Drenched in sunlight all day, the Suites offer an ideal refuge. The Forestis Spa takes its inspiration from natural phenomena and the wisdom of the Celts, who developed their vast knowledge of healing right here in the forests and mountains. Nutrition is the core of life. The forest cuisine at Forestis follows this philosophy by cultivating fields, gathering in the forests and natural processing of the products.

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