Inspired by film – committed to our environment.

The innsbruck nature film festival pursues the leitmotif of conveying the breathtaking beauty and significant challenges of nature and the environment through impressive cinematic art. We believe in the transformative power of film to promote a deeper understanding and connection to our planet and thus a more careful treatment of our environment.

The innsbruck nature film festival promotes awareness of nature and the environment through the power of film. We bring together passionate filmmakers and nature enthusiasts to present impactful, informative and inspiring films that highlight the beauty and urgency of our planet.

Our aim is to provide a creative forum that strengthens the commitment to environmental protection and deepens the understanding of the complex interrelationships in nature. By combining art, environment and science, we want to reach a broad audience and contribute to positive change.

The innsbruck nature film festival was founded in 2002 by Johannes Kostenzer to inspire people to treat our planet with more care, attention and love – every day, individually – in order to preserve the diversity of species.
innsbruck nature film festival puts our environment centre stage. To feel, experience, taste, savour, marvel and encounter.

In addition to the international film competition, the innsbruck nature film festival offers numerous activities, workshops, excursions etc. to strengthen a sensual exchange and access to our environment.

Here you can get some impressions from the past festivals starting in 2002: Film Festival Archive