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2016/2017 · · · Neckargemünd · · Waldenburg/ Schwäbisch Hall · Rothenburg o.d.T. · Abenberg · · ·

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he connects more than 90 and palaces on the way from Mannheim to . “Experience a journey back in time” is the invitation offered by the holiday route which is about 1,200 km long and leads through internationally known destinations as Heidelberg, Rothenburg ob der , Nuremberg, Bamberg and Bayreuth.

During their journey on the Castle Road, guests are in exceptionally good hands at the “Premium Partner Hotels”. The hotel network provides a clear alternative to the mad rush and capriciousness of everyday life and combines your trip into the past very well with modern day amenities. Their top priority is a pleasurable and close attention to the needs of each guest.

Der Rappenhof – Hotel & Bio-Restaurant Weinsberg

Romantik Hotel Der Adelshof Schwäbisch Hall 2 Abenberg Castle 3 In their restaurants, the Castle Road Premium Partner Hotels celebrate a fine regional cuisine, newly and light- ly interpreted. The ingredients are fresh, in their natural state and as far as possible from the region. It is not without reason that creativity and quality in the cuisine are rewarded time and time again with awards. Restaurant Abenberg Castle

The wellness areas, which are offered by some Premium Partner Hotels, are there to leave everyday life behind and to bring body, mind and soul into harmony. The possibilities to enjoy pure relaxation range from a whirlpool through different Ringhotel Hohenlohe Schwäbisch Hall saunas to a salt .

Last but not least, the 17 Castle Road Premium Partner Hotels represent the Castle Road philosophy, which means an eye for detail and commitment to leisurely travel.

We are looking forward to your visit! 2 ART Hotel Neckargemünd 3 Englisch mit Autobahn mit Hotels

to nach Leipzig to Berlin Bad Colberg-Heldburg Kronach Hrad NETHER- Berlin POLAND 21 34 (Loket Castle) D8 1 4 LANDS 1 Zámek Sokolov 9 9 (Socolov Palace) 9 Seßlach 2 11 Information: 4 A73 Chebsk˘ hrad Prague Hrad a zámek Becˇov ( Castle) 28 Hrad Kfiivoklát Palace Gardens BELGIUM 8 Die Burgenstraße e.V. (Beãov Castle and Palace) (Kfiivoklát Castle) Frankfurt a.M. PRAGUE A9 47 Allee 12 · 74072 4 5 32 2 7 4 D1 MANNHEIM CZECH Germany 40 REPUBLIC A7 to Hamburg A71 Zámek KynÏvart NUREMBERG Phone +49 (0) 7131 973501-0 2 2 2 (KynÏvart Palace) 2 Hrad Karl‰tejn Fax +49 (0) 7131 973501-20 A70 (Karl‰tejn Castle) Memmelsdorf Bayreuth 17 SLOVAKIA [email protected] A93 Hrad Îebrák a hrad Tocˇník Aufseß 14 (Îebrák Castle and Tocˇník Castle) 5 23 5 www.castleroad.de Bamberg 16 5 Munich www.hotels-burgenstrasse.de Heiligenstadt 4 Zámek Hofiovice HUNGARIA Muggen- (Hofiovice Palace) SWITZER- Würzburg FRANCONIAN Streitberg 4 Rabenstein Castle Pilsen dorf 15 CZECH REPUBLIC40 4 LAND 19 17 to Frankfurt/ Pottenstein D5 A3 12 to 14 6 17 Gößweinstein Munich Zámek Kozel (Kozel Palace) 10 to Frankfurt/Main Zámek Nebílovy A73 24 (Nebílovy Palace) A61 A5 GERMANY A67 A3 3 to 8 Saarbrücken Langenzenn A6 29 Vodní hrad ·vihov 1 Hirsch- (·vihov Castle) 1 5 A81 Heidel- horn 9 17 14 Nuremberg A6 Mannheim berg 8 10 Rothenburg Cadolzburg 29 3 5 ob der Tauber Stein 2 12 10 Neckar- 18 Neckar- 4 steinach 10 11 IA A3 8 Schwetzingen gemünd Ansbach N 27 Heins- CO A9 Neckar- Gutten- 7 15 N 2 A bischofsheim heim berg 5 Hotel-Restaurant Hornberg Castle 12 9 R A6 Castle 6 F 13 Castle Gundelsheim R C Lichtenau to Linz Sinsheim 19 5 3 O TI 7 13 Roth (Austria) Neuenstein Castle A6 MAN 19 31 10 10 5 Wolframs- Abenberg

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Coburg to Berlin The Castle Road Bad Colberg-Heldburg Kronach Hrad Loket 21 34 (Loket Castle) D8 1 4 Premium Partner Hotels 1 Zámek Sokolov 9 9 (Socolov Palace) 9 Seßlach 2 Maroldsweisach 11 4 A73 Chebsk˘ hrad Prague Pfarrweisach 1 Hrad a zámek Becˇov Kulmbach Augusta Hotel(Cheb Mannheim Castle) 28 S. 6 Hrad Kfiivoklát Palace Gardens 8 (Beãov Castle and Palace) A9 (Kfiivoklát Castle) Ebern 2 Hotel Zum Erbprinzen S. 8 47 4 5 32 2 7 Rentweinsdorf 4 D1 3 40 A7 Hotel Bayrischer Hof, Heidelberg S. 10 to Hamburg A71 Zámek KynÏvart Hotel Rabenstein Castle 2 2 2 4 ART Hotel Neckar (KynÏvart Palace) S. 12 2 Hrad Karl‰tejn A70 (Karl‰tejn Castle) Memmelsdorf Bayreuth 17 5 Hotel-RestaurantA93 Hornberg Castle S. 14 Legend Hrad Îebrák a hrad Tocˇník Aufseß 14 (Îebrák Castle and Tocˇník Castle) 5 23 5 Bamberg 16 5 Waischenfeld 6 Der Rappenhof Hotel & Gutsgaststätte S. 16 Heiligenstadt 4 TV in rooms Zámek Hofiovice Muggen- (Hofiovice Palace) Würzburg FRANCONIAN Streitberg 4 Rabenstein Castle 7 Panoramahotel Waldenburg S. 18 Pilsen dorf 15 Triple or quadruple rooms40 4 19 17 to Frankfurt/Main Ebermannstadt SWITZERLAND Pottenstein 8 Ringhotel Hohenlohe D5S. 20 Non-smoking rooms 2 A3 1 6 to 14 Gößweinstein Zámek Kozel 17 9 Munich Facilities for disabled guests Forchheim Romantik Hotel Der Adelshof S. 22 (Kozel Palace) Egloffstein Lift 10 to Frankfurt/Main 10 Hotel Gotisches Haus S. 24 Zámek Nebílovy A73 Wireless24 (Nebílovy Internet Palace) access A61 A5 GERMANY 11 Hotel BurgGartenpalais S. 26 Delicious Flickr Twitter Retweet A67 A3 3 Meeting room to 8 Saarbrücken 12 Dogs on request Langenzenn Hotel & Restaurant Schwarzer Bock S. 28 A6 29 Vodní hrad ·vihov Private parking 1 Hirsch- 13 Hotel Abenberg Castle S. 30 (·vihov Castle) 1 5 A81 Private garage Heidel- horn Eberbach 9 17 14 Nuremberg A6 14 Hotel Victoria Nuremberg S. 32 Mannheim berg 8 10 Rothenburg Cadolzburg Bike-friendly accommodation 29 www.facebook.com/Facebook MySpace StumbleUpon Digg 3 5 ob der Tauber Stein 15 Hotel Rabenstein Castle S. 34 Motorcycle-friendly accommodation 2 12 10 Neckar- 18 Burgenstrasse Neckar- 4 steinach Mosbach 10 11 IA A3 8 Schwetzingen gemünd Ansbach N 27 16 Barockhotel am Dom S. 36 Heins- CO A9 Neckar- Gutten- 7 Colmberg 15 N 4 2 A Premium Partner Hotel Imprint: bischofsheim heim berg 5 Hotel-Restaurant Hornberg Castle 12 9 R

6 F 17 A6 Castle Hotel Bayerischer Hof, Bayreuth S. 38 Publisher: 13 Castle Mitgliedsort Gundelsheim R C Lichtenau to Linz Die Burgenstraße e.V. Sinsheim 19 5 3 O TI 7 13 Roth (Austria) Slash Dot Mixx Skype Technorati Neuenstein Castle A6 MAN 19 Distance in kilometres Photos: Premium Partner 31 10 10 Hotels of the Castle Road 5 Bad Friedrichshall Wolframs- Abenberg The “Premium Partner

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Button Red Button White Button Light Blue Button Yellow PACKAGE DEAL “Culture and City” • one night including extensive breakfast buffet • a bottle of sparkling wine “Augusta Hotel Privat Cuvée“ • entrance to Mannheim Baroque Palace including audio guide • ticket-24-Plus to use local public transport • information about Mannheim and Mannheim Baroque Palace Price for two persons: 159,- Euro in a double room (additional night including breakfast: 99,- Euro/room)

HOTEL FACILITIES 135 beds 30 double rooms 75 single rooms

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: 110,- to 220,- Euro Single room: 80,- to 188,- Euro

6 7 Augusta Hotel Mannheim***s 1

xperience a perfect start to the Castle Road in the heart of Mannheim and The Augusta Hotel in Mannheim an enjoyable start to the day. The enjoy art and culture of the More Castle Road impresses by its location and in-house restaurant “Mannemer diverse Grid-City. …in 16 km: stroll through the diversity. Less than a fifteen Stubb“ spoils you with culinary Peter Pajonczek Gardens. minute walk from the inner delicacies from the region before In 19 km: visit the world famous city and from the station the you enjoy the evening in the stylish and enjoy with Augusta Hotel is situated at the bar “Evening Star“. Just a few steps away the “Weisse Flotte“ a boat trip gorgeously Augustaanlage, which Explore the city centre that is along the delightful Neckar valley leads directly to the “Water laid out in a grid pattern, marvel (landing stage: Mannheim, Kur- Tower“ the landmark of the at the Art Nouveau area at the pfalzbrücke). Grid-City. Water Tower and Europe’s second A relaxed and pleasant atmosphere largest Baroque palace, relax in as well as a high degree of comfort the Luisenpark, go on a discovery in the rooms is one of the major tour through the museums e.g. the aspirations of the hotel. The rich and “Kunsthalle”, the Technoseum and balanced breakfast buffet provides the Reiss-Engelhorn-Museums.

Augusta Hotel Mannheim · Augustaanlage 43-45 · 68165 Mannheim Phone +49 (0) 621 4207-0 · Fax +49 (0) 621 4207-199 6 [email protected] · www.augustahotel.net 7 PACKAGE DEAL “Discover Schwetzingen” • one night in a double room for two persons • a bottle of prosecco • half-board at the WalzWerk Cafe • entrance to the Schwetzingen Palace Gardens Price for two persons: 129,- Euro in a double room (additional night including breakfast: 89,- Euro/room)

HOTEL FACILITIES 45 beds 20 double rooms 5 single rooms

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: 100,- to 140,- Euro Single room: 70,- to 100,- Euro

8 9 Hotel Zum Erbprinzen*** 2

appiness is not a destination, it is a way of life. This 18th century building is one Almost all of the 25 comfortably More Castle Road Marcus Walz, Ali Ghawami of the oldest hotels in Schwetzin- appointed rooms offer views of the ... in 14 km: visit romantic Heidel­ gen. Ideally situated at a beauti­ Palace and are furnished in a modern berg with its and famous ful and privileged location on Biedermeier style, a fitting comple- world-wide known bike builder castle and enjoy a boat trip with the the Schlossplatz (Palace Square), ment to the historical atmosphere. and motorcycle designer. It is this “Weisse Flotte“ along the delightful directly opposite the Palace and In strict contrast, the restaurant excellent combination of history and Neckar valley. the Palace Gardens, it is the go-to has been completely renovated and modern gastronomy that visitors In 18 km: stroll through the city hotel for a memorable and plea- decorated with vintage motor sports appreciate. In the WalzWerk Cafe, of Mannheim, which is also known sant stay in a town famous for its paraphernalia by Marcus Walz, the hotel guests are treated to a hearty as the Grid-City, and visit Europe’s asparagus and popular festivals. breakfast. second largest Baroque palace. Friedrich Schiller, one of the most Just a few steps away famous guests of the hotel, stopped Enjoy the mediterranean flair of the here on January 12, 1782 en route Palace Square, marvel at the Palace to Mannheim for the premiere of his or stroll through the magnificent drama “The Robbers“. Palace Gardens.

Hotel Zum Erbprinzen · Karlsruher Straße 1 · 68723 Schwetzingen Phone +49 (0) 6202 9327-0 · Fax +49 (0) 6202 9327-93 8 [email protected] · www.hotelzumerbprinzen.de 9 PACKAGE DEAL “Luxury historical Heidelberg Package” (only bookable from 1st May to 30th September) • two nights in a double room • sparkling wine or mulled wine on arrival (seasonal) • breakfast buffet • boat trip on a solar-powered boat • guided private city tour, at least 90 minutes • Heidelberg WelcomeCard for two days • lunch in our partner restaurant • minibar filled once free-of-charge • complimentary bottle of water • complimentary upgrade to a higher room category, subject to availability • free late checkout until 2 pm • free W-LAN Price per person: 218,- Euro in a standard double room

HOTEL FACILITIES 114 beds 40 double rooms 16 single rooms 9 apartments

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: from 59,- Euro Single room: from 49,- Euro Apartment: from 130,- Euro

10 11 Hotel Bayrischer Hof***s 3

omeone once said to me that time was a predator that dodges our steps our entire lives. I would rather like to think that time is The Bayrischer Hof hotel a companion who accompanies Just a few steps away More Castle Road is located in the heart of us as we travel and reminds us to Stroll along Europe’s longest pedest- ... in 20 km: visit Mannheim and Heidelberg, on Bismarckplatz. enjoy every single moment, for it rian zone. At the end of it, the world- marvel at Europe’s second largest The impressive building with its won’t come be back. famous Heidelberg Castle towers Baroque palace. In 16 km: visit white façade is an eye-catcher Dieter Hölle high above the Old Town. You may the city of Schwetzingen and for the visitor approaching the either climb the many steps up to the stroll through the magnificent square. It has been part of the Anyone entering the hotel will be castle or take the funicular railway Schwetzingen Palace Gardens. In Heidelberg townscape ever since enchanted by its interior and its which travels to the Königstuhl 16 km: climb to Dilsberg Fortress the 19th century. combination of traditional and mo- (King’s seat), where you have a fabu- and enjoy the fantastic vistas over dern styles. Our rooms are furnished lous view of the Neckar valley. Take the Neckar valley. with all modern amenities and have a stroll from the Old Bridge over the a minimalist and modern design. In Serpent’s Path (Schlangenweg) to the our historical vaulted cellar, immerse Philosopher’s Walk, which winds its yourself in a long forgotten time and way along the hill and offers a unique enjoy our legendary breakfast buffet. view of Heidelberg.

Hotel Bayrischer Hof · Rohrbacher Straße 2 · 69115 Heidelberg Phone +49 (0) 6221 87288-0 · Fax +49 (0) 6221 87288-99 10 [email protected] · www.bayrischer-hof-heidelberg.com 11 PACKAGE DEAL “Valentime-Weekend for two” • one night in one of our suites including late riser breakfast buffet • IN SUMMER: a fiery barbecue menu including cool drinks and aphrodisiac cocktails at our ABONA BEACH • IN WINTER: a stimulating Fondue menu including hot beverages and delicious aphrodisiacal wines at our hotel • a sparkling, a fruity, a juicy and a flowery surprise in the room with VIP facilities Price per person: 139,- Euro in a XXL double room (suite)

HOTEL FACILITIES 36 beds 13 double rooms double room as single room

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: from 116,- Euro Double room as single room: from 87,50 Euro

12 13 ART Hotel Neckar**** 4

he most curious thing about the future is proba- bly the idea that our age will “Everything absolutely beautiful“ eventually be called the good W-LAN, LED-Smart-TV’s and mobile Beach, which is located directly at the – that is how it should be for a old times. Referring to Ernest charging stations. Because of its Neckar river, and get enchanted by guest at the ART Hotel Neckar, Hemingway – Welcome at the central location the ART Hotel can the holiday flair. located close to Heidelberg. be reached easily by car and public ART Hotel Neckar! More Castle Road Nestled among the historic rows transport. Besides, it is also very of houses this four-star hotel is Brigitte Reichart-Stalinger well connected with the metropo­ ... in 7 km: visit , the located in the heart of the Old litan region around Mannheim and four castle city. In 10 km: visit world- Town of Neckar­gemünd. The extravagant interior of the Heidelberg. famous Heidelberg. In 26 km: marvel rooms is impressively displayed in at the magnificent Palace Gardens Just a few steps away the colonial style of the 1920s and and the Palace at Schwetzingen. 1930s with dark woods and exotic Stroll through the Old Town, have a flowers. This unique charm makes boat trip to Heidelberg or Eberbach the recreational value for the guest. (landing stage nearby), enjoy the beautiful view from Dilsberg The ART hotel presents itself in Fortress, visit in summer Abona a contemporary way with free

ART Hotel Neckar · Hauptstraße 40 · 69151 Neckargemünd Phone +49 (0) 6223 862768 · Fax +49 (0) 6223 866330 12 [email protected] · www.art-hotel-neckar.de 13 PACKAGE DEAL “Castle Arrangement” • an aperitif with magnificent view of the Neckar valley • a candlelight dinner in the Panorama Restaurant (4-course menu) • one night in a comfortable double room • extensive breakfast buffet • a small gift as a reminder of your romantic stay Price per person: 116,- Euro in a double room

HOTEL FACILITIES 58 beds 26 double rooms 4 single rooms 1 junior suite

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: 110,- to 160,- Euro Single room: 78,- to 100,- Euro Junior suite: 170,- Euro

14 15 Hotel-Restaurant Hornberg Castle**** 5

ome as Götz’s guests and The proud, 11th-century knight’s The enchantment of the historic More Castle Road enjoy amazing castle rises high above the Neckar walls surrounds the guest in many … in 8 km: marvel at the half-timbered valley with vineyards all around views of the Neckar valley ways – in the romantic rooms, in buildings and the market place in it. Experience a triad of tradition, from on high! the panorama-restaurant with far Mosbach. In 10 km: visit Guttenberg incomparable venues and first- Marcus of sight above the Neckar valley, on the Castle in Haßmersheim, including the class cuisine. Gemmingen-Hornberg beautiful viewing terrace or in the castle museum and the raptor centre. inner ward under the old chestnut. In 14 km: marvel at the Imperial Palace It was once home of the knight Just a few steps away in Bad Wimpfen located high above the Götz von Berlichingen, also known Neckar valley. In 15 km: visit the The “Neckarsteig“ high route calls as the “Knight of the Iron Hand“. 180-metre-deep “World of White Gold“ to cultural and nature enthusiasts For more than 400 years it has Salt Mine in Bad Friedrichshall. been the home of the Family alike. This long-distance hiking trail von Gemmingen-Hornberg, who from Heidelberg to Bad Wimpfen presents itself today as a host with with a length of 126,4 km offers the heart and soul. possibility to explore the castles in the Neckar valley on foot.

Hotel-Restaurant Burg Hornberg · Hornberger Weg 1 · 74865 Neckarzimmern Phone +49 (0) 6261 9246-0 · Fax +49 (0) 6261 9246-44 14 [email protected] · www.burg-hotel-hornberg.de 15 PACKAGE DEAL “Weibertreu-Weekend” • two nights in a comfort double or comfort single room, including breakfast buffet • a dinner “Swabian menu“ including 250 ml of wine • a dinner “4-course gourmet menu“ including 250 ml of wine • guided castle and city tour with Weibertreu drinks at the ruins of Weibertreu Castle • guided excursion to the vine­- yards, including wine tasting • loyal wives’ present: for jolly wives who carry their husbands into the hotel piggyback... Price per person: 199,- Euro in a comfort double room

HOTEL FACILITIES 57 beds 18 double rooms 21 single rooms

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: from 118,- Euro Single room: from 98,- Euro

16 17 Der Rappenhof***s · Hotel & Gutsgaststätte 6

he ultimate Castle Road The Rappenhof looks back on a Inside and outside guests enjoy the More Castle Road feeling: Sunset more than 60-year tradition in spectacular view from the Rappen­ … in 12 km: starting a boat trip with the gastronomy. An institution in hof across the valley and town on the Rappenhof terrace the “Neckarbummler“ from Heilbronn the Weinsberg valley, it has ma- of Weinsberg up to the ruins of and the glowing Weibertreu (landing stage: Heilbronn, Götzen- naged the balancing act between Weibertreu Castle, which became Castle beyond... turmbrücke). In 21 km: explore the its idyllic location in the midst of famous through the legend of the Elisabeth Wurster former residential city of Öhringen, vineyards and an almost direct “Loyal Wives of Weinsberg“. with historic town centre, Palace and motorway connection. The hotel is an ideal starting point magnificent Court Garden. In 21 km: Just a few steps away for hikes, bike rides as well as wine visit the Imperial Palace in Bad Wimp- tastings in the “Swabian Tuscany“. Take a walk through the vineyards to fen high above the Neckar valley. The restaurant is certified for the ruins of Weibertreu Castle. On organic products and guests will be the way there you should stop and spoiled with Swabian cuisine and visit the home of the Weinsberg poet selected wines and last but not least Justinus Kerner, doctor and poet of with vineyards as far the eye can see. the Romantic era.

Der Rappenhof – Hotel & Bio-Restaurant · Rappenhofweg 1 · 74189 Weinsberg Phone +49 (0) 7134 519-0 · Fax +49 (0) 7134 519-55 16 [email protected] · www.rappenhof.de 17 PACKAGE DEAL “Art-Lovers’ Break with Panorama View” (only bookable from Saturday to Sunday) • one night in a junior suite, including breakfast • welcome cocktail “Hohenlohe“ • festive 4-course candlelight dinner • visit to the Art Gallery Würth in Schwäbisch Hall (about 20 km in distance) Price for two persons: 198,- Euro in the junior suite

HOTEL FACILITIES

136 beds 40 double rooms 25 single rooms 4 suites

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: 115,- to 150,- Euro Single room: 80,- to 110,- Euro Suite: 128,- to 290,- Euro

18 19 Panoramahotel Waldenburg**** 7

The Hohenloher Land – lively Just a few steps away More Castle Road festival stage in the summer, o invite people Go on a discovery tour on the … in 8 km: visit Neuenstein Castle, snow-covered wonderland in the to dine with panorama walk that circles the explore the history of Hohenlohe and winter. Let your gaze wander from us is to make town. Marvel at medieval , pay a visit to the late-medieval castle the “balcony of Hohenlohe“ at an ourselves responsible for idyllic cottage gardens and enjoy the kitchen. In 13 km: visit the Hohenloher altitude of 505 metres over the their well-being for as long unique views in all directions. Open-Air Museum Wackershofen and surrounding area. as they are under our roofs learn more about life in former times. An attractive overnight stop located [Brillat-Savarin] In 18 km: explore Schwäbisch Hall with in the health resort Waldenburg, the , its Old Town and one of with enough comfortable rooms – Jürgen Wegmann the most beautiful market squares in from classical to modern style, from Germany. Mediterranean to cosy style – for ring programme starts with culi- small and large groups alike. As soon nary delights in a stunning scenery as you enter this hotel the pampe- and a range of spa offerings.

Panoramahotel Waldenburg · Hauptstraße 84 · 74638 Waldenburg Phone +49 (0) 7942 9100-0 · Fax +49 (0) 7942 9100-888 18 [email protected] · www.panoramahotel-waldenburg.de 19 PACKAGE DEAL “Hotel Hohenlohe – personal, informal, comfortable” • one night in perfect comfort • generous breakfast buffet • 4-course gourmet menu • afternoon coffee and cakes • access to spa facilities Price for two persons: 258,- Euro in a standard double room

HOTEL FACILITIES 194 beds 84 double rooms 30 single rooms

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: from 150,- Euro Single room: from 116,- Euro

20 21 Ringhotel Hohenlohe****s 8

rom our hotel situated in a beautiful panoramic location you may “Experience real Home Indul- Ringhotel Hohenlohe beats in the monumental stairways, the excep- gence“ this is the principle of panorama restaurant amidst the roof enjoy a wonderful view of the tional stage for the open-air festival this spacious hotel complex for landscape of the hotel. medieval town of Schwäbisch held each year. short holiday break and culture. Hall directly on the The “wellness oasis“ spa with More Castle Road The location on the banks of the beneficial salt springs in four pools, river. Kocher river with a stunning view ...in 0,5 km: start a tour along the a sauna world with different saunas Volker Dürr of the Old Town of Schwäbisch Kocher-Jagst bicycle route. In 4 km: and two 'salt grotto', plus beauty Hall is unique. The atmosphere is visit the former Benedictine monas­ and physiotherapy treatments offers Just a few steps away personal, informal and inter­ tery Grosscomburg. In 6 km: explore pure well-being. national. Visit the Art Gallery Würth, the Hohenloher Open-Air Museum Johanniter Church (of the Knights Wackershofen with 70 original farm- It is also reflected in Hospitaller) with the Virgin of Mer- houses from five centuries. the elegant and bright cy by Hans Holbein the Younger, rooms and suites, which enjoy the riverside of the Kocher. vary in location and size. Marvel at the Haller Globe theatre The culinary heart of the and St. Michael’s Church with its

Ringhotel Hohenlohe · Weilertor 14 · 74523 Schwäbisch Hall Phone +49 (0) 791 7587-0 · Fax +49 (0) 791 7587-84 20 [email protected] · www.hotel-hohenlohe.de 21 PACKAGE DEAL “Hohenlohe – all inclusive” • one night including Hohenlohe breakfast buffet • welcome drink • 3-course menu with regional specialities • guided tour through the Old Town (group or audio guide) • access to hotel’s wellness oasis • information package of Schwäbisch Hall Price for two persons: from 199,- Euro in a double room

HOTEL FACILITIES 72 beds 28 double rooms 16 single rooms

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: 125,- to 225,- Euro Single room: 95,- to 100,- Euro

22 23 Romantik Hotel Der Adelshof **** 9

xperience his- tory in lovingly This hotel gives you a front row decorated In addition, there are the indivi­ and down alleys and do save some seat, and not just for the famous theme rooms – meet Anna dually designed rooms, whose time for a cup of coffee! open-air theatre but also to the imaginative interior has no equal at our house, the courageous More Castle Road action in the heart of the city and devotes itself in all details, up mayor’s daughter, Katie of throughout the year. to the bathroom, to a theme. … in 22 km: visit the small town of Heilbronn or the historic Waldenburg located in a wonder- Just a few steps away from the Just a few steps away Dr. Faust. ful panoramic position. In 24 km: “Grand Staircase“ of St. Michael’s Friedheinz Eggensperger Marvel at one of the most beautiful explore the Old Town of Kirchberg Church, the hotel “Der Adelshof“ marketplaces in Southern Germany, an der Jagst with the largest palace offers everything that makes life visit the Johanniter church of the complex in Hohenlohe. worth living: excellent regional Knights Hospitaller with the famous cuisine and exquisite wines, Holbein Madonna and the Art creative and talented people, the Gallery Würth with changing exhibi- magnificent market square as an tions, explore the charming town up impressive and cosy “sitting room“.

Romantik Hotel Der Adelshof · Am Markt 12-13 · 74523 Schwäbisch Hall Phone +49 (0) 791 7589-0 · Fax +49 (0) 791 7589-890 22 [email protected] · www.hotel-adelshof.de 23 PACKAGE DEAL (only bookable from 1st June to 31st December) • two nights in an explorer room (35 to 40 sqm) • large breakfast buffet with champagne and Weisswurst (Bavarian veal ) • night watchman’s tour • admission to the Rothenburg Medieval Crime Museum Price per person: 209,- Euro in an explorer room

HOTEL FACILITIES 23 beds 11 double rooms

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: 108,- to 219,- Euro

24 25 Hotel Gotisches Haus**** 10

ur family establish­ ment , now in the second generation, lives and breathes by the sin- cerity of our relationships with Enqueued in the splendid row of you, our hotel guests. We are have a large corner bath. More Castle Road A café framed by historic buildings in the “most beautiful genuinely delighted when you … in 18 km: visit the treasures of the book world lane in Rothenburg“ this lovingly massive Colmberg Castle chose our hotel and endeavour forms the entrance and and painstakingly restored, with its fabulous pano- to make you feel as if you have creates the perfect mood 13th-century patrician house has ramic view of Romantic just come home. for the stay. not lost any of its medieval aura. . In 34 km: The Rüter family The times are long gone, in which the Just a few steps away explore Ansbach with Margravial Residence, house served the nearby Franciscan Stroll to the market place, Orangery and Court monks as a bread house and wine experience the Old Rothen­ Garden. cellar and the son of the Roman masonry, which take the guest to burg Craftsman’s House Emperor, Crowne Prince Maximilius the often mentioned journey back in with 11 rooms and period of Austria later to become emperor time. They also characterize the at- furniture, visit the Toppler was a guest. It has remained the mosphere in the lovingly renovated Theatre in the cloister cour- more than 700-year-old, half-timbe- rooms. The antique marble tiled ba- tyard of the Imperial City red construction and natural stone throoms are unusually generous and Museum (June to August).

Hotel Gotisches Haus (garni) · Herrngasse 13 · 91541 Rothenburg o.d.T. Phone +49 (0) 9861 2020 · Fax +49 (0) 9861 1317 24 [email protected] · www.historik-hotel-gotisches-haus.de 25 PACKAGE DEAL “Rothenburg by Day and Night” • glass of sparkling wine to welcome you • two nights in one of our nice comfort double rooms • extensive breakfast buffet • visit to the Imperial City Museum, the Medieval Crime Museum and the Old Rothenburg Craftsmen’s House • evening tour of the city with the night watchman Price per person: 165,- Euro in a comfort double room

HOTEL FACILITIES 29 beds 12 double rooms 1 single room (double room as single room) 1 family apartment (for 4 persons)

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: 145,- to 195,- Euro Single room: 85,- to 165,- Euro Family apartment: 215,- Euro

Air-Condition

26 27 Hotel BurgGartenpalais**** 11

Baroque meets the spirit of the At the “Meistertrunk” restaurant and view of the city silhouette and the times: This patrician house unites the garden restaurant “Rose Garden”, ive every day Tauber valley or listen to an organ medieval architecture and original which lies on one of the most beauti- the chance to recital and marvel at the Tilman preserved elements of the Renais- ful terraces in Rothenburg, regional become the most Riemenschneider's Holy Blood Altar sance and Baroque with modern Franconian and Swabian specialities in St. Jakob's Church. beautiful day of your life! hotel comfort. are served. [Mark Twain] More Castle Road The location in the Herrngasse, Jürgen Klatte … in 18 km: visit the massive Rothenburg’s magnificent medieval Colmberg Castle with its fabu- thoroughfare, could not be better. lous panoramic view of Romantic The charming former ancestral seat of Just a few steps away Franconia. In 34 km visit Ansbach, the patrician family Bezold was built Walk along the splendid Herrngasse, also referred to as “The City of the approximately 850 years ago and is where the Staufer King Conrad III Franconian Rococo”, with Margra- one of the oldest family homes of once resided. Stroll through the vial Residence, Orangery and Court Rothenburg. Castle Garden and enjoy the unique Garden.

Hotel BurgGartenpalais · Herrngasse 26 · 91541 Rothenburg o.d.T. Phone +49 (0) 9861 874743-0 · Fax +49 (0) 9861 1253 26 [email protected] · www.burggartenpalais.de 27 PACKAGE DEAL “Travel like along the Castle Road” • one night in a selected room, including generous breakfast • welcome drink of wine growers' Apéro 'secco' • 4-course menu for dinner • admission to the Ansbach Museum • city parking ticket (24 hours) Price for two persons: 166,66 Euro in a double room

HOTEL FACILITIES 28 beds 11 double rooms 6 single rooms

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: 115,- to 225,- Euro Single room: 65,- to 115,- Euro

28 29 Hotel & Restaurant Schwarzer Bock***s 12

y suggestions: Scrambled eggs à la chef de cuisine for breakfast and afterwards a At the time of the mysterious and Whether it is the Ansbach Just a few steps away guided tour through the Middle unusual events in the life of the sausage, the famous “Schäuferla” Visit the Margravial Residence and Ages, baroque and rococo eras young Kaspar Hauser in Ansbach or a delicious dinner menu, the the former St. Gumbertus Church of the city of Ansbach! in 1833, this inn was already more hosts, who support the Slow- with the Margravial Crypt, pay a brief Christian H. Fuhrmann than 300 years old. Food Philosophy, serve regional visit to the Margrave Museum with specialities from their home areas A preserved original inn, dating back its excellent Kaspar Hauser Exhibit, late Baroque church and the Franconia and . to the 15th century and located in then the baroque Synagogue and the idyllic golf club. In 16 km: stroll the midst of the action between the neo-classical St. Ludwig Church. In through the medieval town of residence, the former Margravial the summertime, a stroll through the Wolframs-Eschenbach, home of the Chancery and the Court Church. Court Garden in full bloom is a must. famous poet of Parzival. In one room once stayed Prince More Castle Road Regent Luitpold of , another ... in 9 km: visit the castle in the one served as officers’ mess – each Rezat valley – Lichtenau Fortress, room tells its own story and breathes explore Markt Lichtenau with its history in contemporary garb.

Hotel & Restaurant Schwarzer Bock · Pfarrstraße 31 · 91522 Ansbach Phone +49 (0) 981 42124-0 · Fax +49 (0) 981 42124-24 28 [email protected] · www.schwarzerbock.com 29 PACKAGE DEAL “Find romantic Inspiration” • one night including breakfast • welcome cocktail at the house bar • exclusive 6-course dinner in the fireplace room or balcony room Price for two persons: 254,- Euro in a double room 274,- Euro in wedding room/deluxe room

HOTEL FACILITIES 33 beds 11 double rooms 11 single rooms

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: 104,-/108,-/128,- Euro Single room: 69,- Euro

All rooms are equipped with TV with an integrated DVD player.

30 31 Hotel Abenberg Castle**** 13

visit to the rose garden, the won- derful view across the city and the surrounding A castle out of a picture book – Just a few steps away nature… a romantic setting for festivities Explore the two museums in the castle and an ideal place for golf fans, our guests will grow wings for complex: the House of Franconian since one of the largest golf their tasks and plans. History and the Lace-Making Museum. courses in Northern Bavaria is just Christian Schneider Take a walk through the pretty town outside the door. of Abenberg with its many timber- It is hard to imagine a more diverse passion for the days of yore – and framed buildings and cobblestone group of lords. Among them were still fascinates visitors. You get very streets. the counts of Abenberg and the close to the castle in the powerful More Castle Road House of Hohenzollern, the King- “Schottenturm” (tower), which dom of Bavaria and finally, at the end has six guest rooms. The exquisite ... in 10 km: explore Roth with Ratibor of the 19th century, Anton Schott, cuisine, which has received various Castle and the holiday and recreatio­ an internationally renowned tenor awards, the wines as well as the nal region Rothsee. In 30 km: visit of Wagner operas. The castle as it cocktails from all continents bring Nuremberg with the , appears today is a testimony to his the wide world to Franconia. its Old Town and a wealth of museums.

Hotel Burg Abenberg · Burgstraße 16 · 91183 Abenberg Phone +49 (0) 9178 98299-0 · Fax +49 (0) 9178 98299-10 30 [email protected] · www.burgabenberg.de 31 PACKAGE DEAL “CastleExperience” • welcome drink • two nights including a rich and varied breakfast buffet • room on the floor with the motto of the Imperial Castle • parking in our underground car park • entrance to the Imperial Castle • traditional bratwurst dinner on one evening Price per person: 129,- Euro (on request and subject to availability)

HOTEL FACILITIES 108 beds 44 double rooms 18 single rooms (including 5 family rooms and 2 junior suites suitable up to 4 persons)

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: 92,- to 198,- Euro Single room: 82,- to 158,- Euro

32 33 Hotel Victoria Nuremberg**** 14

t the Hotel Victoria we are all passionate hosts. An inspiring atmosphere that enjoys full protection and provides More Castle Road Sabine Powels combines an attentive and friend- at the same time all the comforts of ... in 27 km: marvel at Ratibor ly service with a passion for detail modern life. as the winter garden “LichtBlick“, Castle in Roth, the castle of the and historical heritage – This Experience the warm hospitality of the cozy get-together “WandelBar“ wire , with its impressive is what the family-owned and this 4-star boutique hotel and choose and the summer café “La Terrazza“ ceremonial hall and explore the Roth privately run Hotel Victoria in the motto of your room among six invite our guests to enjoy moments Lake in the Franconian Lake District. Nuremberg stands for. different categories: “Economy“, of relaxation and perfectly complete In 38 km: visit Forchheim with its Not only the central, yet quiet, loca- “Quality“, “Relax“, “Business“, “Com- the typical Victoria flair. magnificent ““ (Imperial tion at the gateway to the Old Town fort“ and “Junior Suite“. All categories Palace) located in the center of its Just a few steps away will persuade you. The Hotel Victoria strive to reflect Nuremberg’s variety Old Town. Nuremberg is a listed building that and offer each a different design, art Take a stroll up to the Imperial concept and view. Castle through the Old Town, discover the historic Craftsmen’s The friendly atmosphere of the Courtyard and visit the New breakfast and buffet room and the Museum of Modern Art and Design. amenity of all common places such

Hotel Victoria Nürnberg · Königstraße 80 · 90402 Nürnberg Phone +49 (0) 911 2405-0 · Fax +49 (0) 911 227432 32 [email protected] · www.hotelvictoria.de 33 PACKAGE DEAL “Damsel and Knight” • one night in a junior suite, including breakfast buffet • a glass of “Fraenzi“ sparkling wine to welcome guests • 3-course dinner menu • VIP ticket for tours of the castle, the “Sophie's “ (Sophienhöhle) and a visit to the raptor park Price for two persons: 255,- Euro in a junior suite

HOTEL FACILITIES 54 beds 17 double rooms 5 single rooms

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: from 158,- Euro Single room: from 99,- Euro

34 35 Hotel Rabenstein Castle 15

day to our taste: after breakfast, a walk along the historic promenade trail, a look at stalactites in the Behind the “Sophie's Cave“ (Sophienhöhle), and finally most beautiful stalactite in More Castle Road ancient castle Germany, a falconry, a castle tavern, Franconian snacks in the castle garden. Just ... in 10 km: enjoy “Pure Franconian walls, high abo- a beer garden and, last but not least, Switzerland“ in the small rock town ve the Ahorn perfect! miles of forest and hiking trails. with or in Göß- valley and in The Rabenstein Castle Team weinstein with castle and basilica. the heart of and suites with exquisite furnishings, In 20 km: visit the festival city of , a whisper stimulating conversations by the Bayreuth with the New Palace and from the past encounters the fireside and a break from everyday the Hermitage. In 40 km: explore comforts of the present. life in a magnificent landscape – the UNESCO World Cultural In the 19th century, even King welcome to Rabenstein Castle. Heritage Site of Bamberg with the Ludwig I of Bavaria was immortalized Altenburg Castle. Just a few steps away in the castle’s guest book. All of our guests are immediately captivated Explore the more than 150-acre na- by the inspiration and comfort of the tural paradise of Rabenstein Castle historic rooms. Stylish hotel rooms with “Sophie's Cave“, one of the

Burg Rabenstein · Rabenstein 33 · 95491 Ahorntal Phone +49 (0) 9202 970044-0 · Fax +49 (0) 9202 970044-520 34 [email protected] · www.burg-rabenstein.de 35 PACKAGE DEAL “Discover the World Cultural Heritage Site on your own” • one night including breakfast • day ticket for the Bamberg Tramway which will take you to the top of six of the seven Bamberg hills • information package as planning aid • Bamberg souvenir Price for two persons: 123,- Euro in a double room

HOTEL FACILITIES 36 beds 14 double rooms 5 single rooms

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: 99,- to 125,- Euro Single room: from 84,- Euro

36 37 Barockhotel am Dom 16

y favourite spot? It is unbelievably You cannot get any closer to wonderful to sit breakfast is served, and several More Castle Road the UNESCO World Cultural lovingly restored treasures from on a bench below Altenburg ... in 7 km: marvel at Seehof Palace, Heritage ... with its multifaceted the baroque era will prepare you summer residence of the Bamberg gastronomy in a lively and Castle, with the World for your excursion into the town prince-.In 24 km: visit Grei- frequently visited city of culture. Cultural Heritage of Bamberg surrounded by seven hills. Fantastic fenstein Castle in Heiligenstadt/ at your feet… views of the cathedral and the Old , the castle of the Town included. Christine Bosch counts von Stauffenberg. In 38 km: Just a few steps away explore the Castle Information Centre in the impressive ruins of Al- The Barockhotel am Dom, which Visit the Bamberg Cathedral with tenstein Castle in Marolds­weisach, impresses with its proximity to the the Old Court, the New Residence with hands-on castle history. imposing cathedral, that is more and the Rose Garden, St. Michael’s than 1000 years old, is a quietly Monastery (former Benedictine situated hotel in a unique location. monastery and wonderful lookout The historic vaulted room dating point) and the Altenburg. (For visits from the 14th century, where please contact the reception desk.)

Barockhotel am Dom (garni) · Vorderer Bach 4 · 96049 Bamberg Phone +49 (0) 951 54031 · Fax +49 (0) 951 54021 36 [email protected] · www.barockhotel.de 37 PACKAGE DEAL “France meets Franconia” • one night in a double room “comfort class“ (upgrade possible) • breakfast buffet • a glass of Franconian sparkling wine – just to develop a taste • two small tartes flambées of your choice (French/Franconian or spicy/sweet) • a small bottle (0.1 l) of Franconian fruit schnapps as a forget-me-not Price for two persons: 156,- Euro in a double room “comfort class“

HOTEL FACILITIES 72 beds 3 junior suites (up to 4 persons) 24 double rooms 15 single rooms

PRICE PER ROOM incl. breakfast: Double room: 79,- to 160,- Euro Single room: 59,- to 140,- Euro

38 39 Hotel Bayerischer Hof**** 17

tars above Bayreuth – ask for our rooms It is not by chance that the hotel’s fitness and wellness area with various with the starry sky... More Castle Road guest books contain the “Who saunas, a small garden and last but Hans Seuss … in 23 km: visit the beer town is who“ of the world of music not least the bistro-restaurant of Kulmbach with Hohenzollern and acting from the past and the “Gendarmerie” with original French Path here, will receive the entire Fortress of Plassenburg and its famous present, because the hotel is the furnishings provide the framework range of services of a “Bed and Bike“ “Schöner Hof“ (Beautiful Courtyard). closest to the festival theatre. for a pleasant stay. certified hotel. In 44 km: explore Kronach, the city Due to the central locati- For guests of the hotel of Lucas Cranach in the Franconian Just a few steps away on of the privately owned there are parking Forest, with the Rosenberg hotel the historic Old spaces for cars and Explore the Bayreuth of the Mark- and its lovely Old Town. Town with the Margravial bikes as well as a par- gravine Wilhelmine with the New Opera House and the king garage available. Palace and the historic Hermitage, Villa Wahnfried can also Cyclists, who start take a walk to the Richard Wagner be reached by foot within their tour on the Main Festival Theatre on the “green hill“ a few minutes. Indivi- Cycle Path or on the or to the Richard Wagner Museum in dually designed rooms, Castle Road Cycle the inner city.

Hotel Bayerischer Hof · Bahnhofstraße 14 · 95444 Bayreuth Phone +49 (0) 921 7860-0 · Fax +49 (0) 921 7860-560 38 [email protected] · www.bayerischer-hof.de 39 Castle Road travel packages for individualists

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