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Making its way through the very heart of Germany, this charming route winds along the region's rivers and leads you through its picturesque valleys. Starting in Frankfurt, your journey leads you through endless countryside as the route accompanies the Saar, the Mosel and the Rhine. Between panoramic vineyards and ancient forests rich in legends, discover the romantic valley of the Lahn as you head toward your final destination at castle ruins in Lower Saxony. A bucolic journey with plenty of gourmet stops.
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Hotel and restaurant in a village. Built in 1920 in Wingen-sur-Moder in the Bas-Rhin by René Lalique, the great art nouveau jeweller and celebrated master of art deco glass, the Villa René Lalique - Hôtel & Restaurant is now an exceptional hotel and refined restaurant — a living and vibrant tribute to its creator. Nestled within the heart of the Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park, the six exclusive suites, each inspired by an original design by the avant-garde artist, tell the story of a name that has become the crowning jewel of the French crystal industry. Within the gourmet restaurant’s large glass-walled dining room, Austrian Chef Paul Stradner works with his team to prepare intense and highly colorful creative cuisine. He's joined by pastry chef Jonathan Bunel, who draws inspiration from French tradition and modern influences for his sweet creations, and Alsatian head sommelier Romain Iltis, who oversees Villa René Lalique - Hôtel & Restaurant’s exceptional cellar, one of the finest in Europe, with no fewer than 60,000 bottles. Hervé Schmitt, the restaurant’s manager, directs the Lalique’s table service and setting like a ballet. ... Learn moreless
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Restaurant in a village. At the edge of the Vosges nature park, in the unspoiled Alsatian countryside, La Merise combines tradition with refinement. In the heart of Laubach, a pretty village thirty minutes from Strasbourg, Christelle and Cédric Deckert welcome guests to a property they have designed themselves, its half-timbered and sandstone construction assembled from materials reclaimed from the region. Here, they have created the restaurant of their dreams: elegant and warm surroundings in which they can fully express their love for nature and the land. The chef re-interprets classics of French cuisine, through daring combinations that celebrate Alsatian terroir and yield intense flavors, always using seasonal products and even drawing ingredients from his own garden. The sommelier gives pride of place to local wines while honoring all the French regions. ... Learn moreless
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At the foot of the Old City of Luxembourg, encircled by grounds more than a century old crafted by celebrated landscape designer Edouard André, Villa Pétrusse has made its home in a private residence, an architectural jewel that is emblematic of the city’s late-19th-century transformation. Travel back in time in the refined elegance and old-world charm of a property that exudes the subtle, unostentatious warmth of a well-appointed family home inhabited by discerning art lovers. The room décor includes reproductions of watercolors by illustrious Luxembourgish painter Sosthène Weis; all have a breathtaking view of the grounds and the adjacent Pétrusse, the river for which the hotel is named. This subtle combination of past and present that defines the Villa’s atmosphere also serves to inspire Kim de Dood, chef at the gourmet restaurant Le Lys, serving traditional Luxembourgish cuisine tinged with Asian influences and inspired by the seasons. ... Learn moreless
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Hotel and restaurant in a vineyard. Burg Schwarzenstein is tucked away in Mediterranean-style parkland surrounded by vineyards overlooking the Rheingau wine-growing region with stunning vistas of the Rhine Valley. This magnificently restored castle, which dates back more than 150 years, with its thick walls, is a haven of hospitality and the epitome of sophisticated authenticity. Rooms and suites alike are appointed with luxurious furnishing fabrics and silks in delicate hues of cream and beige which create a warm contrast with the dark tones of the wenge wood panelling. Food lovers will delight in the exquisite cuisine served in the elegant gourmet restaurant and the supremely romantic Burgrestaurant. ... Learn moreless
Created by monks who once lived in the monasteries of the region, the Rheingau vineyards today span nearly 3000 ha. Even if they are best known for their superb Rieslings (sweet and fruity), different areas have opened up to new varieties: pinot noir, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc and merlot. Today there...
Read More lessFrankfurt, European capital of finance, is first and foremost a skyline of glass and steel buildings, a unique landscape reinvented by architect Norman Foster. But the city has nonetheless preserved some beautiful medieval houses. With a rich cultural offer, with its museums and theatres, Frankfurt is proving to be one of the most interesting and abundant cities in the country, whether you are a fan of modern architecture, football or Goethe's poetry... ... Learn moreless
In the middle of the magnificent Palmengarten a white building hosts the Restaurant Lafleur, which is designed in Bauhaus style and whose name pays homage to the Pomerol wine estate, Château Lafleur. Chef Andeas Krolik creates a contemporary cuisine, which combines regional products with Mediterranean...
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The Botanical Garden is an unexpected stop near the Goethe-University. Founded in 1868, the vast estate – an exotic haven of peace for horticulture enthusiasts – is where the inhabitants of Frankfurt like to meet. Spread over 55 acres (22 hectares), the gardeners take care of the approximately 13,000...
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Hotel and restaurant in town. On the left bank of the Rhine between Cologne and Frankfurt, Germany, discover a property that blends history with modernity: PURS Luxury Boutique Hotel & Restaurant combines elegance, refined aesthetics, gastronomy and a warm welcome. Located in a former residence of the Archbishops of Cologne, this boutique hotel has just eleven rooms and suites as well as a renowned restaurant featuring contemporary interior design by Axel Vervoordt. The Belgian designer and collector of antiques has subtly married the rich heritage of the hotel with works of art, creating a contemporary style that simultaneously makes guests feel at home and conjures a haven of tranquility. This canvas is home to the creative cuisine of chef Peter Fridén. ... Learn moreless
Located on a peninsula in the Rhine, the highest cold-water geyser in the world is visible between March and October. Every two hours, like clockwork, the geyser projects up to nearly 60 meters high during an eight-minute show. While the phenomenon was discovered during drilling in the area in 1903,...
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The Rhine Valley is one of the most beautiful and romantic "roads" in all of Germany. Traditional villages and fortresses follow the length of the water. In this part of the Reinthal, the river crosses Stolzenfels, an impressive castle built for King Frederick William IV. Then further south on the opposite...
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Renowned for its Rieslings, this area’s wines are less renowned than the Rhine Valley, but instead more sparkling and lively. The celebrated Neumagen wine boat is a testament to the work of the Romans who cultivated vines along its steep slopes. Some say that being a winemaker in these romantic landscapes...
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