NaturFreunde Rheinland-Pfalz e.V.

The NaturFreunde Rheinland-Pfalz are a socio-political association committed to the goals of democratic socialism and sustainability. Founded in 1895 in Vienna as part of the labor movement, the association has developed into an international organization active in 48 countries with over 350,000 members[3][5].

The association sees itself as a "Association for Environmental Protection, Gentle Tourism, Sports, and Culture." Since its founding, the NaturFreunde have advocated for fair working and living conditions and against the exploitation of people and nature. They are committed to the ideals of democratic socialism and sustainability, aiming to strengthen the health of members, awaken a love for nature, and promote meaningful leisure activities[3][5].

• Leisure and Outdoor Offerings: The range includes mountain biking, climbing, photography, canoeing, snow sports, and environmental education. Regular hikes, guitar groups, and cultural events are also part of the offerings[1][4].
• Naturfreundehäuser: There are over 700 Naturfreundehäuser worldwide, about 400 of which are in Germany, offering affordable and nature-oriented accommodation options. These houses are open to everyone but offer discounted rates for members[3][5].
• Travel and Training: The NaturFreunde offer exciting trips both domestically and abroad, as well as top-notch training courses for sports such as alpine skiing, snowboarding, mountaineering, hiking, and canoeing. Additionally, there are further training opportunities for hiking leaders and trainers in various fields[2][4].

The NaturFreunde are committed to environmental and climate protection policies and link social and ecological issues. They were one of the founding organizations of the Easter March movement and are an important player in the German anti-nuclear movement. The association advocates for economic measures to be subordinated to ecological necessities. Since 1989, the NaturFreunde Internationale has also awarded the title "Landscape of the Year" and promotes experiential educational training and further education offers[3][5].

The NaturFreunde Rheinland-Pfalz comprise around 4,500 members in 39 local groups and 32 houses. The association offers holiday camps, environmental detectives, and group meetings for children and young people and publishes a member magazine that informs about climate and environmental protection, nature sports, and local recreation. Additionally, the NaturFreunde regularly participate in peace demonstrations and events for the Anti-War Day[1][3].

Thus, the NaturFreunde Rheinland-Pfalz is a vibrant and diverse association that advocates for a sustainable and social future and offers its members a wide range of leisure and educational opportunities.

• 1 - https://www.naturfreunde-rlp.de
• 2 - https://www.naturfreunde.de
• 3 - https://www.naturfreunde-rlp.de/herzlich-willkommen-naturfreunden-rheinland-pfalz-0
• 4 - https://www.naturfreunde.de/ortsgruppe/landesverband-rheinland-pfalz
• 5 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naturfreunde