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Burghotel Auf Schönburg
Oberwesel, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany · Independent · Core Luxury
First mentioned in the 10th century, the castle was a rare 'Ganerbenburg' housing multiple families before being burned by French troops in 1689. After 200 years of ruin, it was restored starting in 1885 by a German-American investor and later acquired by the town of Oberwesel. The Hüttl family has operated the property as a luxury hotel since 1957, maintaining its medieval character through three generations of family management.
- 31 rooms
- Opened 1957
- Neighborhood: Hardtberg
About Burghotel Auf Schönburg
- First documented in the 12th century, the castle was a rare 'Ganerbenburg' housing multiple families before French troops burned it in 1689 during the War of the Palatine Succession.
- The ruin stood for roughly two centuries until the prominent Rhinelander family of New York rebuilt it starting in the late 1800s.
- The Huttl family has operated it as a hotel since 1957 across three generations, within the UNESCO-listed Upper Middle Rhine Valley.
History
First mentioned in the 10th century, the castle was a rare 'Ganerbenburg' housing multiple families before being burned by French troops in 1689. After 200 years of ruin, it was restored starting in 1885 by a German-American investor and later acquired by the town of Oberwesel. The Hüttl family has operated the property as a luxury hotel since 1957, maintaining its medieval character through three generations of family management.
The setting
Overlooks Rhine river. Overlooks Rhine.
Restaurants and bars
- Schönburger Weinstuben — Restaurant
- Zum Mundschenk – Auf Schönburg — Restaurant
- Burg Bistro — Restaurant
Experiences
- Castle garden — Exclusive access for hotel guests to the castle garden of more than two hectares below the castle, with two ponds, resting places, an outdoor library and a swing.
- Tower museum — Tower museum with 122 steps, historical exhibition areas, a double portcullis, a crossbow stand and a slingshot simulation; open to day visitors during regular opening hours.
- Wine tastings, hikes, bike tours and boat trips — Wine tastings, hikes, bike tours and boat trips that can be easily combined with a stay at the castle.
- Rhine terraces — Terraces offering views over the Rhine Valley.
- Castle courtyard — Courtyard in the castle where guests can spend relaxing hours.
Amenities
- Individually decorated rooms and suites with Rhine views
- Gourmet dining in the festive Knight’s Hall and bistro
- Exclusive castle gardens with a treehouse library and giant chess
- On-site Tower Museum detailing the castle’s 1,000-year history
- Complimentary minibar and welcome sherry/mead in rooms
- Cozy lounge with fireplace and extensive library
- Hot tub
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