Exploring the Interplay of Intellectual Property, Gastronomy, and Territorial Revitalization: Insights from the Corippo Albergo Diffuso Case Study1 Sheila Sánchez Bergara2 Alan Quaglieri Domínguez3 I. From Necessity to Attraction: Gastronomy, Tourism and the Intellectual Property. – II. Beyond Conventional Accommodation: The Albergo Diffuso as a Catalyst for Territorial Revival. – III. Preservation Through Innovation: The Corippo Albergo Diffuso and the Valorization of a Historic Village. – IV. A Latent Resource: The Untapped Potential of Intellectual Property Rights at Corippo Albergo Diffuso. – V. Conclusions. This chapter explores the intersection of intellectual property (IP), gastronomy, and sustainable territorial development through the case study of the Corippo Albergo Diffuso project in Ticino, Switzerland. It examines how gastronomy, beyond its nutritional function, serves as a strategic asset for rural revitalization, tourism differentiation, and cultural heritage valorization. The study situates the Corippo initiative within the broader Albergo Diffuso model—originally developed in Italy— as a form of decentralized hospitality that reactivates architectural and intangible heritage while fostering immersive visitor experiences. Special attention is given to the role of IP rights—such as trademarks, geographical indications, and collective marks—in enhancing the visibility, authenticity, and competitiveness of gastronomic tourism offerings. While the Corippo project exemplifies best practices in sourcing, local partnerships, and adherence to Slow Food principles, the study finds that intellectual property management has not yet been systematically integrated into its strategic planning. Despite the use of certain IP assets (e.g., registered trademarks, use of protected-origin products), the project lacks a comprehensive IP strategy capable of leveraging legal tools to protect and enhance its culinary identity. DOI 10.60559/gl17 1 The authors of this chapter wish to express their gratitude to Jeremy Gehring and Désirée Voitle for the time and comprehensive information they offered during the interview for this chapter. 2 Principal Consultant & Tourism Specialist, FI Group. 3 University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI).
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