Welcome to Future Forest Forum 2025!
Europe's leading event for forests and NatureTech
September 05 - 06, 2025 | Blankenburg (Harz)
That's why you should be there
The Future Forest Forum brings together startups, thought leaders, forest owners, investors and politicians. The goal: present solutions for a regenerative forest economy, resilient landscapes and an innovative bioeconomy. Expect you:
NatureTech & Forest startups from across Europe
Innovation — from already practical to visionary
Networking with investors & decision makers
Practical workshops, roundtables & program formats in nature
Europe's leading event for
Forest and NatureTech
Experience forest management that goes far beyond raw material production — as an engine of the bioeconomy, a key player for healthy ecosystems and a resilient society
Prototypes in action
Presentations and practical workshops on the application of the latest technologies in forest management.
Startup Pitches
The most innovative ideas about forest and NatureTech, presented by Europe's most promising young companies.
Networking
Meet like-minded people, cooperation partners and establish
valuable contacts in the industry.
New markets
Solutions that combine bioeconomy, natural capital and technology to create new business models.
Our speakers
Society & nature
“My friend the tree is dead, it is a sensory experience. If it happens at the front door, it's a problem, if it happens in the distance, it doesn't matter.”
Landwirtschaftliche Rentenbank
“To be successful in this new world too, one thing is needed: resilience. [...] Sustainability is an important component in all three dimensions of resilience.”
Economy for the common good
“We must create an economy based on sustainability and equity, rather than growth and profit. ”
”Anyone can move mountains with perseverance, will and passion.”
“It is time to think about an economic system based primarily on organic raw materials. ”
Key Partner
Main Partner
Premium Partner
Ecosystem Partner
Participant voices
An inspiring experience that I won't forget.
“The forum shows time and again what is possible when so many exciting people and topics come together. A great opportunity to innovate, inspire and make new contacts.”
“The Future Forest Forum has established itself as an indispensable industry event.
This is where inspiring people meet who are ready to rethink the climate-stable forest of tomorrow.”
“Exciting and educational days in front of a beautiful backdrop — as a startup, the Future Forest Forum has shown us a university of opportunities.
This is how innovations are created!”
Get your ticket!
Be part of the Future Forest Forum and help shape the future of forest management.
Everything you need to know
Essential info on travel ,tickets, app & more.
Coming from the east, we recommend traveling by train — sustainable and relaxed. From train station Blankenburg (Harz) Does a beautiful walking trail lead approximately 20 minutes on foot to the castle. There is currently no shuttle planned.
For car drivers: There are only limited parking spaces directly at the castle, so it is ideal to switch to hotels and public parking spaces nearby.
The Future Forest Forum uses a Event app, which offers many features:
- Create a personalized program
- Login to workshops, excursions & roundtables
- Latest news during the forum
- Networkingopportunity with participants
- Access to the site via Check-in via app
- Live photos View and download directly in the app
- Feedback option on program items
We're asking you to via the app register for excursions, workshops and round tables. Some formats are open, others work with fixed lists of participants — You can find detailed information in the app and on the website.
Here is one List of available hotels. Book directly with the hotel using the keyword “FFI — Future Forest Initiative”. This gives you discounted conditions.
https://www.schlosshotel-blankenburg.de
https://www.hotel-vogelberg.de/hotel
https://www.klosterfischer.de
https://www.kurhotel-fuerstenhof.de
https://www.schullandheim-harz.de/
The registration process will in the courtyard of the castle instead of. Please have your app and/or ticket ready for digital check-in. Registration is on Friday morning from 9:15 opened.
WiFi is available on site. Please note: If there are many concurrent users, there may be speed restrictions.
Photo and video recordings will be taken during the event. By purchasing the ticket, you have agreed to this — if you have any questions about this, just contact us.
Dress code? Dress as you feel comfortable or otherwise work 🙂 Some of the forum takes place outside — so feel free to think weatherproof.
Dogs are welcome at the Future Forest Forum! Please make sure that your dog is on a leash and feels comfortable.
Unfortunately the venue is not completely barrier-free. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to contact us in advance — we'll do our best to make participation possible.
Do you have any questions?
Feel free to get in touch with us directly !