Let me introduce myself: I am the Inclusive Wrought-Iron Handrail, guiding my guests safely through the entire site and buildings of Bovino and Planto, regardless of their height or disabilities. Indeed, an artisan from Château-d’Oex forged me as an inclusive work of art, crafted with two levels so that even the smallest among us, like children, can use me with ease. As for the elderly, they are not forgotten - they can lean on my strength to move around securely. I am a symbol of inclusion on the site, but I am not alone in embodying this commitment. My companions - the Access Spiral, the Intergenerational Restaurant, the glass walls, and the educational panels explaining the site’s various cycles - stand with me in this shared purpose.
The spaces within Bovino have been thoughtfully designed to ensure ease of movement for everyone, regardless of age or mobility. From the very arrival, the Access Spiral gently and safely leads visitors up to the restaurant, whether on foot or in a wheelchair. The Inclusive Handrail, with its two levels, facilitates movement inside the buildings—perfect for children or older adults alike. Glass panels provide visual access to the site’s various sustainable solutions, such as the worm composting system, and educational displays offer explanations at heights suitable for children or wheelchair users. Audio information is available for the visually impaired, and Braille signage is also provided.
The guest rooms are equally adapted to all kinds of visitors, from families to people with reduced mobility. This is reflected in the room sizes, the number of beds, the single pricing per room, and especially the amenities, with particular attention given to bathroom accessibility.
Finally, the restaurant is an intergenerational meeting place where older adults, families, people with disabilities, and business professionals can coexist harmoniously, with respect for each individual’s needs. The first floor of Bovino is a lively and vibrant place! Seniors might demonstrate the ancestral craft of weaving on a traditional loom to younger generations, while other children play in the kids’ corner, and mothers nurse in a cozy alcove with a 180-degree view over the Gummfluh mountain range. At the same time, a couple enjoys a quiet conversation near the Milk Bar, while a family has fun doing the dishes at the Dishwashing Bar. Nearby, in the Great Hall on the opposite side of the kitchen, a business seminar unfolds in peace. During their break, the participants can either join the cheerful atmosphere of the restaurant or retreat to the quiet of the Great Hall, where snacks and meals are served in a more private setting.