Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of 500 of the finest charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 60 countries. From the vineyards in Napa valley to the beaches in Bali, from the olive trees in Provence to the lodges in South Africa, Relais & Châteaux offers all the stops on the finest route for discovering each special place and country.
In all our properties, each maître de maison draws upon his unique experience and passion to share the authentic culture and tastes of his region with every guest.
Magical places and memories of a lifetime: whether it be a romantic weekend or to celebrate the important moments of life such as birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoon or family reunions.
Established in France more than 50 years ago, Relais & Châteaux has become a renowned reference of excellence in the hotel and restaurant world. The Association's mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character.
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux in town (Osnabrück) The culinary experience to which Thomas Bühner invites you is a pure delight. He welcomes you to a listed historic townhouse whose sandstone façade is a magnificent example of 18th century craftsmanship. Here, everything that is exquisite is required. From French cuisine to Mediterranean cuisine, drawing on Asian flavours, the Chef knows no boundaries and does not hesitate to use rare spices or try out the most daring combinations. His creativity allows you to taste beetroot gazpacho, eel with saffron, scallops with a salt crust and pumpkin, venison steak in a jus of exotic aromas and other divine surprises.
Althoff Schlosshotel Lerbach
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in the woods (Bergisch Gladbach) Take part in an archery tournament, go canoeing on the Rhine, take in a day of shopping in Cologne or Düsseldorf with a personal shopper who knows all the best designer shops… These are just some of the customised offerings of this romantic manor. If you prefer airy heights, then you can choose between a helicopter, hot-air balloon or zeppelin. Another highlight of your stay might be cooking with Nils Henkel in our Lerbach cooking school. Then, on your return home, you too can try your hand at his “pure nature” dishes like his foie gras sandwich or roasted red mullet.
Johann Lafers Stromburg
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in the country (Stromberg) Johann Lafer: a household name ever since the TV shows of this great chef turned him into a media star. However, the cameras could not separate Johann from his philosophy: the very highest demands in terms of quality and the search for the most noble of products, two qualities that he cultivates within this majestic castle. “My inspiration stems from the product. I only buy products when I can trace their origins, from production to my kitchen.” Johann Lafer, an equally gifted patissier, attributes the same importance to a modern interpretation of the Sachertorte as he does to the creative triology of beef from Styrian high mountain pastures. Enjoy a delightful and intimate stay in the land of vineyards and tranquil forests. (valid only for dinner)
Hotel Burg Wernberg
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in a village (Wernberg-Köblitz) The Hotel Burg Wernberg owes its charms to the Middle Ages. With its walls dating back to the 12th century, it proudly stands on a hill with expansive views of the lakes and forests in the Bavarian countryside. Guests appreciate this hotel for its combination of the contemporary alongside the gothic charm of a castle, as well as the cuisine by executive chef Thomas Kellermann. Since June 2008, he has been in the kitchen and is widely considered to be one of the most promising German chefs of his generation. His cuisine gives a place of pride to vegetables, herbs, spices and regional products. At Burg Wernberg the game also comes from the nearby forests. This is a hotel in which the emphasis is very much on what’s authentic.
GästeHaus Klaus Erfort
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux in a park (Saarbrücken) “Who still knows today what a carrot should really taste like?”, Klaus Erfort sighs. He is feeling nostalgic about the carrots from his grandfather’s garden that you bit into fresh from the earth. In the heart of the Saarland, the region in Germany renowned for its gentle French lifestyle, he has created a cuisine dedicated to the absolute authenticity of the products. He has surrounded himself with the best producers in order to recreate “true” flavours, as testified to by his foie gras in its salt crust accompanied by an elderberry gelée and celery cream or his Wagyu “Gold Label” roast beef with white coco beans, onion cream and Pak choï.
Villino
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in the country (Lindau) Villino, a small villa and an exquisite hotel with award-winning cuisine was created for guests who appreciate and enjoy what is exceptional. This little jewel is located above Lindau, in the heart of fruit orchards, at the crossroads of Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Reiner Fischer has achieved extensive acclaim of the restaurant with his Italian-Asian cuisine and an international wine list with no less than 750 different selections. A charming garden, based on old English and Italian designs, is tucked round the hotel. The diversity of the artistic, cultural and leisure activities on and around the lake enhances the magical kaleidoscope with something for everyone. (valid only for dinner)
Residenz Heinz Winkler
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in the mountains (Aschau im Chiemgau) The Residenz Heinz Winkler is located between Salzburg and Munich, not far from Lake Chiemsee, in the heart of idyllic Bavarian landscapes. A residence in the truest sense of the word, a veritable temple to fi ne dining, a haven of peace where attention to detail is the hallmark of the rooms and suites offering unparalleled comfort. Heinz Winkler, the chef who has chalked up outstanding success in Germany, is the inventor of “cuisine vitale” which combines culinary delights with wellness. His starred creations are also the perfect partner for the awardwinning service of the Kieffer brothers, the exceptional treatments in the Vital Resort and invigorating walks through the fairytalelike Bavarian countryside. (Lys offer valid throughout the year except for weekends (“weekend is defined as the period from Friday evening to Sunday noon included))
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux in town (Osnabrück)
