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Why ice swimming is so fascinating
Ice swimming is more than just a brief moment in cold water. For many, it's a small test of courage, an intense connection with their own body, and an experience that has a lasting impact.
Middle Moselle Wine Festival 2026
Every year in late summer, Bernkastel-Kues is once again filled with lively celebrations. The five days surrounding the first Sunday in September are an absolute highlight for the town, as this is when the traditional Middle Moselle Wine Festival takes place – right in the heart of the world-famous wine region.
Recipe: Pumpkin Curry Soup
A recipe that brings warmth and well-being – golden-yellow pumpkin, spicy curry notes, and the delicate creaminess of coconut milk. Our pumpkin curry soup combines autumnal flavors into a velvety treat that pampers body and soul.
MoreEnergy Hot Stone Massage
When the world outside is spinning fast, our More Energy Hot Stone Massage offers you a moment of pure tranquility. This special treatment combines the soothing power of heat with the millennia-old wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine – for renewed energy, deep relaxation, and genuine well-being.
Pure relaxation for two – the relaxation bath in the couples room
Sometimes all it takes is a moment to leave everything behind – everyday life, stress, the constant stream of thoughts. That's exactly what awaits you in our relaxation bath for two in the couples' room.
Daylight steam bath – gentle warmth, deep relaxation
A touch of mist, soft light, and the scent of herbs: In the daylight steam bath of the Zum Kurfürsten wellness hotel, a soothing climate of relaxation and regeneration awaits you. At a pleasant 45–50°C, the warm, humid atmosphere ensures that body, mind, and skin can breathe a sigh of relief.
Win your time out
Gift voucher worth €250 for your unrestricted use. Treat yourself – come alone, with your partner, or a friend. The amount is yours to use and can be redeemed for any of our services. Start the new year off right with a gift voucher from the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten.
Our September 2025 cocktail: Pink Flamingo
The "Pink Flamingo" is made with gin, Campari, Cointreau, and fresh lime. You can find the exact recipe and preparation instructions here.
Wine festivals on the Moselle in September 2025
The Moselle in late summer is an experience: ripe grapes, golden light, and festivals everywhere where you can enjoy regional wines, cuisine, and authentic Moselle joie de vivre. Perfectly combined with a wellness getaway at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten in Bernkastel-Kues.
Introducing Susan – Reception with heart
For three years, Susan has been your first point of contact on the reception team, ensuring a relaxed start to your stay with her calm and cordial approach. In this interview, she talks about genuine team spirit, her wellness spots—Cloud 7, the aroma steam bath, and the organic herbal sauna—and reveals why a full day of pampering at the spa and more than just one night is the best idea.
TCM advice
A TCM consultation, or consultation in Traditional Chinese Medicine, is an important part of the overall TCM approach. It aims to understand a person's individual health needs and goals and create a tailored treatment plan based on the principles of TCM.
Cocktail of the Month July: Ocean Negroni
A touch of the sea and summer – our Ocean Negroni brings a fresh, light touch to your glass. The perfect cocktail for warm evenings and relaxed moments.
Competition: Summer 2025!
Gift voucher worth €250 for your unrestricted use. Treat yourself – come alone, with your partner, or a friend. The amount is yours to use and can be redeemed for any of our services. Start the new year off right with a gift voucher from the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten.
A look behind the scenes – employee interview with Kamila
Meet Kamila – the creative head chef of the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten! In this interview, she reveals why every day in her kitchen is special, which culinary highlights guests shouldn't miss, and which spots in the resort are her personal favorites.
PROOF
Nature is full of energy and vibrations. Every cell in our body has its own energetic pattern. However, everyday stress and strain can cause these subtle energies to become unbalanced. This can result in tension, discomfort, and, in the long run, even illness.
Competition: Finally Spring 2025!
Gift voucher worth €250 for your unrestricted use. Treat yourself – come alone, with your partner, or a friend. The amount is yours to use and can be redeemed for any of our services. Start the new year off right with a gift voucher from the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten.
A look behind the scenes – employee interview with Nadja Fröhlich
In our "Introducing" series, we'd like to introduce you to the people who give the Zum Kurfürsten lifestyle resort its very special character. Today we're talking to Nadja Fröhlich from Sales and Reception.
brain light
Treat yourself to a break from everyday life and experience the power of BrainLight at the Wellness Hotel Zum Kurfürsten. What is BrainLight? BrainLight is more than just a massage chair. It's an innovative system based on scientifically proven methods to help you deeply relax and boost your mental performance.
Bio energy sauna
Improved skin health through the effects of herbal vapors. The bio-energy sauna is a modern variation of the traditional sauna, offering a holistic wellness experience through the combination of heat, humidity, and herbs.
Introducing: Ingrid Grubisic
Our experienced TCM practitioner. The Traditional Medicine practice. In Chinese medicine, i.e., in TCM, the fundamental principle is that healing can occur through the restoration of harmony and balance. Health is a natural equilibrium of forces.
Merry Christmas – Competition
Gift voucher worth €250 for your unrestricted use. Treat yourself – come alone, with your partner, or a friend. The amount is yours to use and can be redeemed for any of our services. Start the new year off right with a gift voucher from the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten.
Recipe: Electorally Homemade Plum Jam
A moment of enjoyment for your home – with our recipe for homemade plum jam, you can easily conjure up the flavors of the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten yourself!
Tina Meier, Resident Manager
Meet Tina Meier, Resident Manager at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten, in our latest interview! Read the full interview in our article now.
Recipe: Red cabbage salad with cranberries and crispy apple slices
This red cabbage salad is not only a feast for the eyes with its bright colors, but also a taste experience of sweet, sour and tart. The combination of fruity cranberries, crunchy red cabbage and crispy apple slices makes this salad special and provides an exciting texture.
Recipe: Pasta salad with roasted broccoli and pumpkin in parmesan-garlic sauce
This pasta salad combines autumnal vegetable flavors with a creamy parmesan garlic sauce and crunchy almond flakes. A perfect combination of savory, roasted notes and fresh flavor that makes this salad a real highlight. Be inspired by this simple but sophisticated recipe.
Recipe: Mille-feuille with vanilla mascarpone cream – A dream made of puff pastry
Crispy puff pastry, sweet vanilla and a wonderfully light mascarpone cream - this mille-feuille is a dessert that seduces both the eyes and the palate. The combination of delicate cream and crispy layers of pastry brings French delight to the plate and promises a moment of pure pleasure.
Recipe: Homemade carrot salad with feta cheese – A delight full of freshness
A salad that is a joy to look at - bright carrots, creamy feta cheese and crunchy almonds, refined with a sweet and spicy honey mustard dressing. This dish not only brings colors to the plate, but also a variety of flavors that harmonize perfectly with each other.
Recipe: White cabbage salad with pickled cucumbers – A classic rediscovered
Sometimes it's the simplest dishes that surprise us. Imagine a fresh, crisp white cabbage salad, refined with a hearty marinade and a fresh herb note. A dish that not only delights the palate, but also strengthens the body.
Recipe: Beetroot Salad
This refreshing salad is not only a culinary delight, but also a treat for the body. Beetroot is rich in antioxidants that have an anti-inflammatory effect and strengthen the immune system.
Recipe: Onion Cake
The aroma that spreads through your kitchen while baking will put you in the holiday mood – as if you were right on the Moselle!
Recipe: Butternut Wellington!
Enjoy our delicious homemade Butternut Wellington in the B-Fine and Cook & Style Restaurant at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten! Made from freshly grated butternut squash, aromatic herbs and creamy ricotta, this hearty treat is baked in tender puff pastry - perfect for the autumn season!
Pampering Day – Competition 2024
Win your exclusive Kurfürsten Pampering Day – worth €179! Excitement, balance, contentment. What awaits you? Use of the wellness area from 1 p.m. on your arrival day until 13 p.m. on your departure day. 21 overnight stay including breakfast buffet. An exclusive 4-course menu. Two tempting afternoon snacks.
Anke Grabs, Managing Director of the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten
Get to know Anke Grabs, Managing Director of the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten, in our latest interview! Find out what she particularly appreciates about her work, what unforgettable experiences she has had with guests and what insider tips she has for a perfect stay at the resort. Immerse yourself in her personal recommendations, favorite places and why the resort is "a piece of home" for her.
Hiking trip to Landshut Castle: An adventure from Bernkastel-Kues
The hiking trip to Landshut Castle begins in the heart of Bernkastel-Kues at the tourist information office. The route is about 7,3 km long and takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes. The path leads through the picturesque vineyards, past the St. Anna Chapel and offers wonderful views of the Moselle Valley.
Indian Summer on the Moselle
When autumn arrives on the Moselle, a true natural spectacle unfolds: the Indian Summer. The vineyards shine in rich yellow, bright red and warm orange tones, the valleys shine in gentle sunlight and the air feels clear and fresh.
Straußenwirtschaften on the Mosel: A feast for the senses
A visit to a wine tavern on the Moselle is more than just dinner - it is an immersion in culture, history and joie de vivre. At the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten in Bernkastel-Kues you are right in the middle of it all and can experience this unique tradition up close.
Federweißer: The taste of the Moselle autumn
Imagine you are enjoying a golden autumn day on the Moselle, the scent of freshly harvested grapes is in the air, and you are sitting comfortably in a winery with a glass of sparkling Federweißer in your hand.
Discover the Bernkastel wine adventure trail “Lizard loves Riesling”
The Bernkastel wine adventure trail “Lizard loves Riesling” is a fascinating adventure for anyone who wants to explore the Moselle region and learn more about winegrowing in this beautiful area.
The Kues Plateau: your climatic health resort for health and relaxation
The Kues Plateau in Bernkastel-Kues is more than just an idyllic excursion destination - it is an officially recognized climatic health resort. The plateau has had this distinction since 2005, which confirms its special air quality and natural surroundings.
Vineyard peach on the Moselle: A tradition with taste
The vineyard peach, also known as the "red vineyard peach", has a long tradition in the Mosel region and a special place in the culinary culture. This unique fruit, which thrives in the picturesque vineyards of Bernkastel-Kues, is characterized by its small, juicy and bright red appearance.
From waiter to restaurant manager – Daniel Vlat
Meet Daniel Vlad, Daniel Vlat has been a valued member of the Zum Kurfürsten Lifestyle Resort family since 2020.
Bernkasteler Doctor Weinberg: A legendary vineyard in Bernkastel-Kues
Legend has it that Boemund II, Elector of Trier, fell seriously ill in the 14th century and no medicine could help him. A knight brought him the best Bernkastel wine he had.
Weinstieg Iron Wine List: Weinstieg and Hiking: An experience for wine lovers
The Eiserne Weinkarte is a traditional restaurant above the vineyards of Bernkastel-Kues, towards Traben-Trarbach. It offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the city and the Moselle.
Bernkastel-Kues is one of the most famous wine regions in Germany
Bernkastel-Kues is one of the most famous wine regions in Germany and has a long tradition of winemaking that dates back to Roman times.
Jogging and Nordic Walking route on the Kuser Plateau
The Kues Plateau is a true natural paradise. With its wide fields, rolling hills and dense forests, it offers an idyllic backdrop for outdoor activities.
Mont Royal climbing forest in Trabentrabach
The Mont Royal climbing forest, also known as Mosel Adventure Forest, is idyllically located on a plateau above Traben-Trarbach and is open from April to October.
Kusanu's birthplace in Bernkastel-Kues
The Kusanus Birthplace, also known as the Birthplace of Nicholas of Cusa, is located on the Nikolausufer in Bernkastel-Kues.
Boat trip on the Moselle: From Cochem to Trier
Moselle boat trips are a popular leisure activity that attracts many tourists every year.
Discover the wine museum in Bernkastel-Kues
The Wine Museum in Bernkastel-Kues, also known as the Mosel Wine Museum, is located in the historic St. Nicholas Hospital, which was founded in the 15th century.
Hiking – Moselsteig
The Moselsteig Trail – a hiking paradise right on the doorstep of the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten. The Moselsteig is more than just a trail – it's an invitation to experience one of Germany's most fascinating regions with all your senses.
Bamboo massage
Bamboo massage is an ancient approach to body therapy that has deep roots in Asia and has been used to promote health and relaxation for centuries.
Infrared sauna: warmth, well-being and health
The infrared sauna offers a gentle and effective form of sweating. It relies on deeply penetrating infrared rays to heat the body directly from the inside out, without increasing the air temperature as much as a classic Finnish sauna.
Massage based on the pulsation principle – thermotherapy: A new experience for massage lovers
Pneumatic pulsation therapy (PPT) opens up an innovative world of massage experience. Based on the principle of sliding suction massage, this modern application method offers…
Nordic Walking – active and healthy on the Moselle
The Moselsteig is a long-distance hiking trail that winds its way for 365 kilometers along the Moselle from Perl on the Luxembourg border to Koblenz.
Qi Gong
Qi Gong is a thousands of years old practice from traditional Chinese medicine. The gentle movements, breathing techniques and meditations bring body and mind into harmony and promote the flow of life energy Qi.
The Moselle: A paradise for wine lovers
The Moselle, Germany's second longest river, is not only known for its picturesque landscape and historic castles, but also for its excellent wines.
SHR Germany Aquapure device
The Wellness Hotel Zum Kurfürsten sets new standards in technical cosmetics with the SHR Germany Aquapure device and offers its guests an innovative treatment for deep cleansing and sustainable skin rejuvenation.
Cycling on the Moselle
The Moselle region, known for its picturesque vineyards, idyllic villages and breathtaking river landscapes, is a true paradise for cyclists.
HydraFacial
The HydraFacial Acne Facial is a specially designed skin care treatment for people with acne, oily skin, sebum overproduction or minor inflammation.
Tuina massage
Originating in the vibrant world of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), its roots are deeply anchored in Chinese culture that is more than 2000 years old. While “Tui” (push, push) and “Na” (grab, pull)…
Cupping – TCM
It is a practice in which cupping glasses are placed on specific points on the skin to create a vacuum. This vacuum causes the skin and underlying tissue to be slightly lifted, which promotes blood circulation and can clear blockages in the flow of life energy (Qi).
TAI CHI CHUAN
The gentle, flowing movements of Tai Chi are a moving meditation that promotes relaxation, improves flexibility and strengthens physical balance. Together with other TCM practices such as acupuncture or herbal medicine.
acupuncture
The needles are very thin and are only inserted superficially into the skin. Some patients report a feeling of relaxation or well-being during and after treatment. The number of treatments required varies depending on the type and severity of the symptoms.
Moselle – wine region
The Moselle meanders through a picturesque landscape characterized by steep vineyards, historic castles and cozy villages.
Lifting face
The “Lifting Face” is an intensive facial treatment that is specifically aimed at the causes of wrinkle formation. The therapy aims to increase skin elasticity, support the formation of collagen and elastin fibers and stimulate skin regeneration.
Middle Moselle Wine Festival 2023
From August 31st to September 4th, 2023 there will be great celebrations again in Bernkastel-Kues. The five days around the first Sunday in September are a special highlight in the city every year, because that's when the Middle Moselle Wine Festival takes place - right in the heart of the Moselle region.
Quick Body Forming – PROOF
The “Quick Body Forming” treatment begins with the revolutionary BEWEI therapy. You relax on a luxurious lounger, optionally with a massage function, while the BEWEI system generates electromagnetic waves that are transmitted to your body via large-area applications.