ABOUT US & OUR VISION

where foresting and farming & holistic Health and Wellbeing come together

…Marcel Stirnimann, forester and farmer & Isla (Aila) Pickis, holistic health and wellbeing expert, with our invaluable knowledge we are the driving force behind «The Swiss Alpine Saffron Farm» project. With our background in sustainable agriculture and health care, it is our shared goal and vision to continue growing this therapeutic farming in the Swiss Alps, free from harmful pesticides together with the experience of nurturing our wellbeing with the healing power of nature.

our stories merge

For the past five years, it has been the project of Marcel planting saffron on this stunning piece of land at an altitude of 1,400 meter with the view on the Jungfraujoch in Wengen.

After acquiring the land, the journey began first with the extensive renovation of the main cabin, which was on the brink of dilapidation. It has been restored to the point where it could serve for our ongoing work. The initial endeavor to cultivate saffron faced initial setbacks due to the challenges presented by the thick alpine grass. Three years ago, we then started tilling the land with a simple plow. Many regarded our decision to work the land at such high altitudes as eccentric, but it proved to be a success.

The challenges, however, remained substantial, ranging from the quest to find the perfect field with optimal sun exposure to understanding the intricacies of the local weather patterns. It was all about constant learning, observing and adjusting our strategies regarding the farming. A year ago we also planted rye and now after understanding the cycles of nature and farming in a sustainable way, it is time we give birth to our main purpose, that this land with it’s base in faming, can also be a place for transformation, reconnection, health and wellbeing. Apart from having a lot of clinical experience, Isla has been organising for the last 5 years healing retreats in the world. 

This sacred nature- place is now at our feet, and is being used in every possible way, to offer community, sustainable farming, volunteering and opportunities for reconnection, health and well-being.

„Inspired by plain & „naked“ nature, it is finally a mirror of what we are in essence. It brings us back to our origin and helps us remember who we really are.“

Through experiencing being (in) nature, we learn to respect her/our cycle. This is how we aim for environmental conservation with our sustainable practices for nature and at the same time for our body -mind – energy – awakened consciousness.

The next steps

From reading us, now, what is your purpose with us?

1. You want to buy our saffron

2. You are interested in our project and wish to contribute or be part of an experience in short or long term. (Example: Participation of harvest, donation)
3. You are interested in events, retreats or seminars or individual experiences of traditional farming or seeking well being. 

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