Schloss Elmau, Germany
Tucked deep in the calm of the Bavarian Alps, Schloss Elmau is a spa sanctuary and cultural retreat framed by dramatic peaks, whispering forests and rushing streams. A hideaway for great artists and authors since its founding in 1916, Schloss Elmau hosts more than 220 concerts and literary events annually.
Schloss Elmau has 162 rooms and suites, boasting loads of sunshine and Bavarian architecture and decorations, with fantastic views over the surrounding mountain peaks.
Five restaurants cover everything from gourmet Thai to Michelin–starred French-German cuisine, decadent fondues and cleansing vegan meals.
Outdoors enthusiasts will find great hiking spots in summer and skiing in winter, with an abundance of relaxing options available in five separate spas –including the largest hammam west of Istanbul – plus six heated outdoor pools, 22 treatment rooms and daily yoga classes.
While cross country skiing tracks start right in front of the hotel, a 25 minute shuttle will take you to Seefeld in Austria or Garmisch-Partenkirchen which have been hosting the Olympics as well as World Championships in Alpine & Nordic Skiing.
Schloss Elmau is located just 100km south of Munich International Airport.
