Bees and Friends Hotels in Lucerne – Lake Lucerne

Our insect hotel is located in the middle of the Edible Landscape at CULINARIUM ALPINUM in Stans. It offers a welcoming habitat for wild bees, butterflies, and other insects, with nesting opportunities and abundant sources of food. In addition to the insect hotel, the animals find shelter in piles of branches, dry-stone walls, and other natural hideaways. The idea behind the insect hotel came from a desire to create a sustainable habitat that promotes insect diversity while supporting ecological balance. The surrounding area is home to around 250 plant species, providing a rich source of nourishment all year round.

The Hotel FloraAlpina combines nature, relaxation, and sustainability in a unique way. High above the shores of Lake Lucerne, we keep our own bees, which not only contribute to biodiversity but are also part of our commitment to a vibrant environment. Our bees find a protected home here with spectacular views—a little paradise for guests of all ages. Together with Switzerland Tourism, we are delighted to make nature experiences visible and sustainable hospitality tangible.

Our insect hotel at TCS Camping Sempach is a handmade creation and bears the loving signature of our team. It is currently enjoying a well-deserved winter rest, but in spring it will be refreshed and ready to welcome new buzzing residents. With small adjustments each year, we ensure that the hotel remains an ideal refuge for insects.

The bees live in a privileged natural environment in the foothills of the Bürgenberg. Surrounded by near-natural forests, open meadows, and the rich diversity of the garden flora, they find an abundance of blossoms. This allows for the production of honey with a wide range of flavour notes — from berries and linden to sycamore and many other blossoms native to the Bürgenberg.

The beehives are located near the herb garden at an altitude of 914 meters and were established a few years ago with the idea of producing our own honey for our guests. The inspiration came from a desire to promote sustainability and offer guests a unique experience at breakfast. The beehives are carefully tended by a local beekeeper, who looks after the bees with great dedication and expertise. Through this initiative, we also aim to preserve the region’s long-standing tradition of honey production.

The bee and bird stations are spread throughout our entire grounds. We have three bee hotels for wild bees and several birdhouses.

In the idyllic Schlüsselgärtli, it's not just bees that find blooming oases — our feathered guests also enjoy a cosy home here. A little birdhouse nestled high in the tree invites them to linger and rest.