Stolberg (Harz), Germany
Naturresort & Spa Schindelbruch
Carbon-neutral forest resort
Stolberg (Harz), Germany
Price
$$$
Rated for
Wellness Resort LocalOutside the door
The house
Ritter von Kempski PrivathotelsCarbon-neutral forest resort
The property runs on geothermal heat and an on-site forest spring, completely offsetting its carbon footprint in the Harz woods.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A twenty-five-meter Bavarian granite pool complements the rustic woodland sauna village.
Notable
Regional Harz game served inside a half-timbered hunting lodge beside old beech woods.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
This wellness-focused luxury resort was constructed on the foundations of an old hunting lodge in the Harz Mountains, now part of a large biosphere reserve popular with cyclists and hikers.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Hiking trails lead directly into the South Harz biosphere reserve, and the half-timbered town of Stolberg sits nearby.
The rooms
Original rooms look out on the beech forest through large windows. Newer wings open onto private terraces.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The spa and pools
Hanging daybeds overlook the beech woods beside the indoor pool. Glass steam cabins and water-rowers sit beneath conservatory skylights.
At the table
Silberstreif serves seasonal regional courses on Meissen porcelain. Across the grounds, light floods the glass-roofed conservatory dining room.
How it began
The estate began in 1928 as a princely hunting lodge and later served as an East German company holiday home.
Stolberg (Harz)
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.