Until recently, forests have been underestimated as a source of well-being and health.

The International Society of Forest Therapy (ISFT) demonstrates the benefits of forests for well-being and health.

Therefore the ISFT promotes research into the effects of forests on health, develops a basis for high-quality training for forest therapists, organizes an annual international conference and works on the networking of all involved.  

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6th International Congress ISFT

Forest and its Potential for Health

Druskininkai, Lithuania

Recently: The 6th ISFT International Congress in Lithuania

The 6th International Congress Forest and its Potential for Health, took place from 18th to 20th September 2024 in the historic wellness resort town of Druskininkai, Lithuania, at unique SPA Vilnius Hotel nestled in the serene surroundings of Forest Wellness Park.

Forest Therapy

Forest therapy is suitable to favorably influence the limitations of patients caused by illness and to alleviate suffering. The areas of application include cardiovascular diseases, respiratory diseases, psychosomatic, orthopedic or neurological diseases.

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Research

The ISFT promotes evidence-based research. The IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems—in close cooperation with the ISFT—recently established the first European research programme with a focus on forest therapy.

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Networking

The ISFT co-organizes a regular international congress Forest and its Potential for Health.

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