The Hotel Belle Vue in Vianden offers eco-friendly accommodation in the heart of the Luxembourg Ardennes. With 60 comfortable rooms, a wellness area including an indoor swimming pool and sauna, and a restaurant celebrating regional cuisine, it is a destination of choice. Sustainability and energy savings are at the heart of the hotel’s vision, with environmentally-friendly solutions used to reduce the hotel’s carbon footprint.
Idea
Working with all teams on the transition to sustainability
For several years now, the hotel has been actively involved in the transition to energy independence from fossil fuels. This commitment reflects the managers’ vision: to create a welcoming and environmentally-friendly environment, while providing guests with an experience that is both relaxing and sustainable.
Design
Combining heating systems: an integrated, sustainable solution
The heating system at the Belle Vue hotel is based on a multi-component design, designed to maximise energy efficiency while reducing the carbon footprint. Its core element is a 60 kW solar thermal system, complemented by a wood chip boiler, fuelled by local resources to promote short circuits and sustainable management of regional materials.
The solar thermal system captures the sun’s energy to provide heat for all the systems. Large-capacity thermal storage tanks store the heat produced and ensure its continuous availability. Finally, the system incorporates a heat recovery process, using waste heat from the refrigeration compressors to improve overall efficiency and reduce energy losses.
Implementation
A lasting impact beyond the hotel
To meet the specific needs of the hotel, this integrated system has been carefully deployed to ensure optimum performance in all seasons. The wood chip boiler takes care of most of the needs in winter, while the solar thermal system plays a crucial role on sunny days. The thermal storage tanks ensure continuity of service, even in the event of fluctuations in production. Furthermore, the local heating network established means that several neighbouring buildings can also benefit from this sustainable energy. This implementation demonstrates not only the hotel’s desire to reduce its operating costs, but also its commitment to responsible sharing of energy resources.
Result
Predictability of thermal cover
The hotel benefits from a stable and predictable energy supply thanks to a combination of solar energy, heat recovery and wood from local sources. This approach guarantees sustainable thermal cover and reduces dependence on external suppliers and fluctuations in energy prices, offering a high degree of autonomy. This innovative energy system prepares the hotel to meet future challenges, while strengthening its economic position. It also makes a significant contribution to protecting the environment and reducing the hotel’s carbon footprint.
