# Mountain Forest Lodgings The Treehouse-Style Ecotagnes in the Alps is a Snowy Paradise By Rebecca Byers | Published 2012-01-19 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecotagnes References: [jardin-maison.dekio.fr](http://jardin-maison.dekio.fr/reportages/maison/Les-ecotagnes-des-cabanes-ecolo-dans-la-montagne) & [ecotagnes](http://www.ecotagnes.com/cabanes-dans-les-arbres.html) The Ecotagnes, an impressive 100% eco-friendly [treehouse-style cabin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secret-camp) elevated 9 feet above the ground and surrounded by nothing but nature, is located in Haute-Savoie, a region of eastern France that borders both Italy and Switzerland and in the Alps. The lodge is a brainchild of a father and son team, Patrick and Hugo Genand, who serve as hosts at the destination. Ecotagnes is available for rent in the summer or the winter, and offers to facilitate a variety of activities including hiking, water sports such as wake boarding and scuba diving, mountain biking and of course, [skiing and snowboarding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-cabin). The cozy "hut" is heated by a real fireplace and offers no "modern" luxuries in an attempt to reflect the "pioneer spirit." There is also a [chalet available for rent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalet-cocagne) that is a part of the property. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Lodgings:** Opportunity to create more eco-friendly and sustainable accommodations for travelers. - **Nature-inspired Experiences:** Chance to offer unique experiences that connect people with nature, like treehouse-style lodgings. - **Seasonal Outdoor Activities:** Potential to cater to visitors' desire for seasonal activities like skiing, snowboarding, and water sports. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can explore opportunities to develop sustainable and eco-friendly lodging options. - **Travel and Tourism:** The travel and tourism industry can capitalize on the demand for nature-inspired experiences and outdoor activities. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can provide equipment and services for seasonal activities like skiing and water sports. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Forest-Treetop Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/more-cabin.md) - [Intimate High-Altitude Cottages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altihut.md) - [Sustainable Swiss Chalets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ls-design.md) - [Elevated Treetop Modern Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buitenverblijf-nest.md) - [Rainforest Lodged Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-lodging-in-the-pige.md) - [Transparent Birchwood Nature Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immerso-glamping-cabin.md) - [Nordic-Inspired Alpine Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalet-bertha.md) - [Natural Comfort Chalets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalet-cocagne.md) - [Solar Powered Luxe Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-baltic.md)