Who is Marenal
Marenal is a peaceful sustainable community in Costa Rica, created by a small group of locals and expatriates committed to living sustainably above the tranquil shores of Lake Arenal in Nuevo Arenal. The community provides an environment suited for retirement property in a peaceful eco-village Costa Rica, as well as for digital nomads and remote workers seeking eco-village rentals with fast internet and infrastructure.
The community is a joint effort between a Costa Rican family with deep roots in the region and Franz Xaver Meier, a Bavarian-American inspired by Lake Arenal’s natural beauty. More than twenty-five years ago, Franz envisioned a nature-based, sovereign community in Costa Rica where people could live in harmony with the environment while maintaining independence and well-being. Now a full-time resident, he continues to guide the growth of MARENAL with care and dedication.
Marenal reflects the values of Peace, Liberty, and the Pura Vida lifestyle, fostering a space where residents can make life choices that do not harm others. It is part of a network engendering trust in a safe and sustainable community in Costa Rica. It is designed to promote both ecological stewardship and social connection.
As a Gated Agricultural Community (GAC), Marenal supports residents in living sustainably while offering safety and opportunities for eco-community property investment in Costa Rica. The community also serves those interested in regenerative, eco-conscious sovereign communities seeking a long-term, nature-oriented way of life.