Hotel history
2001 until today
The Hotel Zum Kurfürsten was built in 1988 and opened in 1989, initially as a wine bar with guest rooms.
At that time, the focus was exclusively on local spa guests. At that time, approximately 1000 beds were available in the five surrounding spa clinics. The small restaurant was run by a single chef. A total of three permanent employees and several temporary workers were employed.
In 2001, the Hotel Zum Kurfürsten was bought by Heiner Buckermann.
Today 2025 approximately 156 employees work in the hotel
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2001
Purchase of the hotel by Heiner Buckermann.
The hotel had no stars at the time. The room floors in the old building were still covered with linoleum and equipped with Ikea furniture. There was a sauna in the basement. Some of the regular guests who have accompanied us during this time still have something to say about a small restaurant and a sauna in the basement as a “highlight”. But despite everything, the hotel cast a spell on us from the start with its historical look and quiet location. -
2002
Specialization in bus travel.
The sauna was still there, but was hardly ever used, the aim from now on was to bring the rooms up to a higher standard. The actual goal was still unclear, only the quality should be increased. -
2003
We opened our first beauty room in the basement.
At the same time, a conference room that was never used was converted into a massage room. At that time our guests enjoyed the basement sauna, the massage in the meeting room and the beauty treatment in the converted storage room. And the amazing thing...everyone was content and happy...at that time! -
2004
We have been certified 3 Star Superior,
Our efforts paid off. Demand for our services increased dramatically at this point. We focused on the bus business. Heiner Buckermann traveled to trade fairs across the country to network. We achieved great success very quickly. -
2004
The bus business no longer encouraged us.
No passion, no further development. By mid-year, all bus operator contracts were terminated. The starting point for this decision was a contract for New Year's Eve 2005 that was terminated at short notice by a tour operator. We then made the decision to immediately terminate all contracts, including those for the upcoming year 2006.The goal was to initially become independent. We also wanted to improve quality. The first discussions with our architect took place that same year. At this point, we'd like to thank Alois Simon again, who supported us with his creativity, professional expertise, and a great deal of passion.
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2005
We opened our TCM practice in cooperation with a Chinese alternative practitioner. The practice was built in the former conference room.
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2006
The construction site for the extension with a wellness area was set up.
Our still existing rock grotto was our highlight back then.
Simultaneously with the construction of the first wellness area, the "Kaminrestaurant" (fireplace restaurant), now known as the B-Fine Restaurant, was built. The investment volume was approximately €1 million. The hotel was renamed Vital & Wellness Hotel Zum Kurfürsten
instead. -
2006
The TCM lounge and the summer lounge were added; this expansion was necessary to serve our guests in style in the restaurant areas.
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2007
The panorama bath in the attic and the room wing with 15 rooms were built.
A Himalayan sauna and three treatment rooms were also built in the attic. The decision to build the swimming pool in the attic came during the construction phase, and our architect implemented this perfectly.
Investment volume approx. € 1 million -
2008
All rooms and restaurants have been modernized and we have built a rock grotto.
The hotel thus received the 4-star superior certificate. Investment € 800 thousand.Plans were drawn up for the development of a large wellness area as well as additional saunas, an outdoor pool and 23 additional rooms. For Heiner Buckermann, collaboration with the city was always an important part of all planning work. The city fathers and the mayor were positive about the overall project. Difficult situations often arose, but the excellent cooperation with the city always resulted in a positive outcome. At this point, we would like to express our sincere thanks to EVERYONE involved.
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2009
The major construction project started. 2,7 million investments were planned, resulting in a total investment of 4,7 million.
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2010
Construction phase of Pool House 2 and the Lifestyle Building, including the tunnel to the main building. We built it over two years, all while the hotel was still in operation, and our guests felt comfortable despite everything. This only works when the team works together toward a common goal as brilliantly as they did at the Kurfürst. Thank you!
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2011
Was built: the 5 elements restaurant, the pool house with outdoor pool, 2 saunas, water beds - relaxation room, tea lounge and connecting corridor to the existing wellness area or the new bed wing to the main building. Furthermore, the dormitory with 23 rooms and 3 suites, sports and fitness room, children's room and course room was completed.
Immediately after completionOn the same day, almost the same day, we were hit by the most severe hailstorm in the history of the Moselle region. The Hotel Zum Kurfürsten suffered hail damage totaling €1.3 million. The damage was not fully repaired until mid-2012.
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2012
We celebrated the completion of the entire project
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2013
We install 3 CHPs with a total output of 35 KW electric. The investment amounts to € 210 thousand.
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2014
Construction break
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2015
Purchase of the Kneippchen after a long negotiation phase.
A further pool house with an outdoor pool, steam bath, earth sauna, various relaxation rooms, a nudist outdoor area, and another wellness bistro are currently being built here. Completion is planned for summer/autumn 2016. Investment approx. €1,8 million. -
2016
Wellness area Pool House 2, opening planned.
The opening was postponed to January 2017 and €1,8 million became €2 million, but it turned out to be really beautiful.
Therapies such as magnetic field therapy, Hydrafacial, and Hydrojet were integrated, and three high-quality treatment rooms were built for this purpose. -
2017
In May 2017, the neighboring Hotel Kölchens and the adjoining apartment house zur Sonne were bought. Both buildings are to be merged and later connected to the LifeStyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten. We will continue to report on this.
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2018
At the beginning and after the takeover of the Hotel Kölchen, all rooms were brought up to date. The entire interior was renovated.
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2018-2019
After long delays due to various problems, we were able to begin work in mid-2018. We modernized the rooms in the former Hotel Kölchens immediately after taking over. The restaurant was expanded, and the wellness area was expanded to include an organic swimming pond. A tunnel now connects all hotel areas and rooms. Investment €4,8 million
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2020
We have added 3 additional treatment rooms and other facilities to our spa.
Investments around €80 -
2021
During the forced closure, we are installing modern air conditioning units in 30 rooms. We are covering our terrace at Cook & Style and renovating 15 bathrooms.
At Cook&Style, the ventilation system was equipped with a filter and the restaurants and hotel bar were equipped with air conditioning.
Investment approx. € 400.000 -
2022
We're renovating 25 bathrooms in the main house and partially replacing the furniture. New carpets are being installed throughout the house. We're modernizing the wellness area, as we've done so many times in recent years. This time, we're going to go the extra mile; the flooring is being replaced, and many things simply appear more modern.
The B-Fine, fine dining restaurant is being upgraded, with new granite tables, new furniture, and new decorations.
Investment: €290.000 -
2023
Our Glow Bar is getting bigger and more beautiful. Demand has grown; just eight years ago, the hotel didn't have a bar, but now it wouldn't function without one.
Investment €25
Click here for further information about our gastronomy
https://zum-kurfuersten.de/resort/kulinarik/ -
2023-2024
Numerous projects are being opened:
12 bathrooms in the Want T B-room wing are being renovated and modernized.
Air conditioning units are now being installed in all rooms and will serve as air conditioning in the summer and heating in the winter, in addition to our CHP gas heating.
A large photovoltaic system to support the climate in summer was also installed. Some new furniture was installed for the Cook&Style.
The lifestyle rooms are getting new bed backs and new furniture. The colors are now ultra-modern again.
Investment approx. € 600.000
Click here for the new room styles
https://zum-kurfuersten.de/wellnessurlaub/stylische-zimmer/ -
2025
All rooms in our guest house, Villa BellVital, have been renovated to a high standard. They are now super comfortable.
Investment €80.000 -
2025
In 2025, improvements are planned, especially in the rooms^, wellness area and outdoor areas
