Luxurious hotel courtyard at dusk, featuring a vibrant blue-lit pool surrounded by white umbrellas and cozy lounge chairs, exuding a tranquil ambiance.
A view of the modern lifestyle resort Zum Kurfürsten, featuring several buildings, a terrace with wicker chairs, and a small pool on a wooden deck next to a sunbathing lawn
A hotel room at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten in Bernkastel-Kues featuring a double bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchair, a wooden wall adorned with three chandeliers, and a balcony with lounge chairs and a view of green trees
The bar area at the Zum Kurfürsten Lifestyle Resort features a curved counter, round purple stools, upholstered armchairs, and large windows overlooking lush greenery
The interior of the wellness area at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten, featuring a small pool with natural stone masonry, a rock grotto, and a transparent roof
Luxurious spa lounge with white loungers and purple accents, featuring a fireplace, large windows with garden views, and a warm, serene atmosphere.
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Lifestyle Resort zum Kurfürsten

Amselweg 1
Mosel, Rhineland-Palatinate
54470 Bernkastel-Kues, Germany

info@zum-kurfuersten.de

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The Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten, located above above the picturesque town of Bernkastel-Kues, offers wellness vacations on the Moselle alongside a wellness program based on Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Description

Perched high above Bernkastel-Kues, one of Germany's most beautiful medieval towns and surrounded by vineyards, the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten offers a unique experience. Over the years, the hotel has evolved into a unique resort where health and mindful relaxation take center stage. A special emphasis is placed on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It is part of a holistic health concept, designed to restore balance to the body and life energy (known as Qi). This concept applies not only to the wellness area, but also to the hotel's design and your diet, both of which adhere to Feng Shui principles.

The Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten stands out for its distinctive style and its 4,000-square-meter spa area featuring pools, saunas, and quiet retreats. Additionally, the Moselle hotel is committed to resource-efficient practices, as well as fostering close partnerships with regional producers.

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Highlights

  • Health resort with an on-site Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) center
  • Holistic approach
  • TCM treatments, such as acupuncture, Tuina massage, cupping, moxibustion, and Qigong, as well as wellness programs for regeneration, stress relief, and rejuvenation
  • Approximately 4,000 m² spa area with pools, saunas, steam baths, and relaxation areas
  • Cuisine based on TCM principles, focusing on balanced, wholesome dishes
  • Full board, including a breakfast buffet with organic products, a snack and cake buffet at lunchtime and in the afternoon, and a 4-course dinner menu
  • Location above Bernkastel-Kues in the Moselle wine region
  • Ideal starting point for hikes through the vineyards and excursions along the Moselle
  • E-bike and bicycle rentals for regional tours
  • Sustainable measures in hotel operations, such as energy-efficient technology and solar power
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The modern Zum Kurfürsten lifestyle resort on the Moselle, featuring an illuminated outdoor pool, lounge chairs on a well-manicured lawn, and a multi-story building bathed in the evening lightA multi-story building of the former Hotel Zum Kurfürsten, featuring a gabled roof and several dormers, set against a blue sky; in front of it, a terrace with tables, chairs, and umbrellas, as well as young trees and hedges

From Bus Hotel to a Holistic Health Resort

Looking at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten today, it’s hard to believe how it all began. In 2001, Heiner Buckermann, your current host, purchased the Hotel Zum Kurfürsten on the Kueser Plateau above Bernkastel-Kues. At that time, it was a small hotel that catered almost exclusively to bus tours. It had 56 beds, a very simple dining area, and no star rating. Step by step, Buckermann and his team transformed it into the resort you experience today.

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View from a vineyard of the Moselle Valley, with the river, vineyards, and a village in the backgroundView of the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten in Bernkastel-Kues, featuring the banks of the Moselle, a boat landing, parking lots, and vineyards in the backgroundA view of the Moselle with vineyards in the foreground and a village on the riverbank at sunsetView of the Moselle loop near Bernkastel-Kues, with vineyards in the foreground and the river winding in a loop around a wooded headland

Vineyards, views of the Moselle River, and historic streets

From the Kueser Plateau (home to the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten), you can take in one of Germany’s most famous wine regions, the Moselle. This vacation destination offers easy access to nature, culture, and indulgence. Here, you can enjoy wellness or health retreats alongside e-bike tours along the Moselle, exploration of the wine villages, and, of course, the occasional wine tasting—all without needing a car.

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Restaurantbereich mit mehreren Tischen und Stühlen in dunklem Rot, dekorativen Kronleuchtern und einer goldfarbenen Wand im Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten in Bernkastel-Kues.

Balance for Body and Energy: Culinary Experiences at Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten

Healthy eating plays a major role at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten. The cuisine is based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which views food as an important part of a holistic lifestyle. The ingredients, preparation methods, and dish combinations are designed to strengthen your body and provide new energy. Despite the focus on health, however, you can rest assured that Head Chef Antoine Locorotondo won’t skimp on the enjoyment.

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Naturschwimmteich mit Liegen und überdachten Sitzbereichen umgeben von Büschen und Bäumen im Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten in Bernkastel-KuesRunder Whirlpool aus Naturstein mit Silberkugeln vor einer Natursteinmauer im Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten in Bernkastel-KuesRelaxation room at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten, featuring hanging rattan loungers, seating, and decorative baskets on green carpetingSteam room with two rectangular windows, red benches, and steam at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten in Bernkastel-KuesThe interior of an earth sauna featuring wooden benches, a wall lined with logs, and a modern fireplace at a sustainable lifestyle resortNighttime view of an illuminated natural swimming pond with lounge chairs and covered lounge beds at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten in Bernkastel-KuesSauna room with light-colored wooden benches and walls, indirect lighting, and large windows offering a view of the green treetopsA bright wellness area with round wooden tables, white armchairs, large glass walls, and shelves stocked with products

Wellness and TCM at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten

At the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten, wellness is centered on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Treatments, exercise, and relaxation are integrated seamlessly to restore balance to the body and energy. The spacious spa area complements this wellness concept and features various pools, saunas, steam rooms, and relaxation areas.

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A modern hotel room at the Zum Kurfürsten Lifestyle Resort on the Moselle, featuring a large double bed, an upholstered headboard, two nightstands with lamps, a flat-screen TV, and access to a balcony with a view of the surrounding greeneryA modern hotel room at the Zum Kurfürsten Lifestyle Resort on the Moselle, featuring a double bed, a floor lamp with a large gold-colored shade, two chairs in front of floor-to-ceiling windows with curtains, and a desk with a coffee makerA hotel room at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten, featuring a bathtub, sink, towels, and decorative pillows on the bed

Room Categories at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten

The Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten offers 95 stylish and uniquely designed rooms and suites, providing a peaceful retreat and comfort during your stay. Bathrobes and slippers are available upon request so that you can relax and enjoy the wellness area, which is designed according to feng shui principles. Included amenities, such as an extensive breakfast buffet featuring organic products, a snack and cake buffet at lunchtime and in the afternoon, and a four-course dinner menu at the live-cooking restaurant Cook & Style, will delight your palate.

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Night shot of a modern resort with an illuminated pool and lounge chairs by the water

Learn more about the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten on the Moselle

  • Qi flows on the Moselle
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  • TCM on Vacation: Sustainable hotels for holistic relaxation
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“As a wellness hotel dedicated to holistic health, it's only natural that we take on ecological and social responsibility as well.” Heiner Buckermann

What sustainable measures is the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten implementing in Bernkastel-Kues?

At the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten, sustainability is put into practice through concrete measures in everyday life. In the kitchen, the focus is on seasonal, regional products, and resources are used thoughtfully. Energy efficiency and thermal insulation are key considerations in renovations. Thus, with each modernization and new idea, the resort continues to move toward operations that are as resource-efficient as possible.

  • Resources
  • Waste management
  • Food & Culinary
  • Mobility

Efficiency that makes a difference

From the very beginning of every renovation project, the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten takes factors such as energy efficiency and thermal insulation into account.

  • Outdoor air valves combined with humidity sensors in hotel rooms to ensure natural air exchange based on humidity levels
  • Reduction in heating requirements
  • Hotel expansion in 2010 that complied with the latest thermal insulation standards to save energy
  • Consistent focus on innovative energy solutions during renovations
  • Four networked combined heat and power plants with a total output of 65 kW and buffer storage
  • Photovoltaic system
  • Use of energy-efficient lighting
  • Resource-efficient handling of hotel linens
  • Reduced water consumption through innovative technology
  • Use of state-of-the-art pool technology with a chlorozone system to avoid using disinfectants and algaecides
  • Modern pool covers to prevent energy waste emissions
  • Operation of a wood-fired sauna fueled by wood from renewable, adjacent forests

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

The resort minimizes waste and sorts it at the source. Further optimizing processes reduces waste and continuously improves the management of residual materials.

  • Reduction of packaging waste
  • Waste separation throughout the hotel, including general waste, to ensure effective recycling
  • Extensive reduction of paper waste
  • Since 2024: Installation of a waste compaction system to reduce waste in an environmentally friendly way
  • Continuous optimization of waste management
  • Processing of food scraps into animal feed for regional farms
  • Free, filtered water in refillable bottles for guests

Green Delights

The kitchen’s focus is on the origin and seasonality of ingredients, as well as a mindful approach to food.

  • Prioritizing seasonal and regional foods, as well as game from local hunters
  • Prioritizing products produced in an environmentally sustainable manner
  • A wide selection of vegan and vegetarian dishes
  • Reducing the restaurant menu to five daily options, all of which are sourced and served according to seasonal purchasing criteria

Conscious Mobility

Whether you’re heading out to the vineyards, into town, or arriving, the resort can help you choose eco-friendly transportation options. For example, there are e-bike rentals available on-site.

  • On-site e-bike and bicycle rentals
  • EV charging station
  • Assistance for those arriving by train

Questions & Answers about your stay at the sustainable Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten on the Moselle

Find answers to frequently asked questions about your sustainable vacation in Bernkastel-Kues and at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten.

  • Is the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten on the Moselle accessible?
  • Are dogs allowed at Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten on the Moselle?
  • What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)?
  • How is TCM used at the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten in Bernkastel-Kues?
  • As a non-resident guest, can I use the spa facilities at Zum Kurfürsten Lifestyle Resort on the River Moselle?
  • Is there a place near the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten in Bernkastel-Kues where I can go wine tasting?
  • Does the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten offer free parking and electric vehicle charging stations?

The resort offers accessible rooms with walk-in showers. However, some areas of the hotel, particularly the spa, are not fully accessible. The restaurant and the front desk are fully accessible. For more detailed information, we recommend contacting the hotel directly.

Yes, dogs are welcome in almost all room categories, but you must notify the hotel in advance. Please note that a surcharge of €12.00 to €28.00 per day (not including food) applies. Dogs are not permitted in the restaurant or spa.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a system comprising thousands of traditional Chinese healing methods. At its core is the belief in the life energy known as Qi, which is said to flow through the body along pathways called meridians. The goal of TCM is to maintain or restore health by balancing the opposing forces of yin and yang. TCM uses various approaches and techniques, such as acupuncture and nutritional therapy, to achieve this balance.

The Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten offers a wide range of services, including consultations, diagnoses, and the development of personalized treatment plans. It also offers specific treatments, such as acupuncture and Qigong, as well as massages and herbal therapies. The resort’s goal is to help guests recover, relieve stress, manage chronic conditions, and receive holistic preventive care.

 Additional information is available here.

Yes, the resort offers day spa passes to non-guests.

More information can be found here.

Yes, many wineries around Bernkastel-Kues offer wine tastings and cellar tours. Many of them are just a few minutes’ drive from the Lifestyle Resort Zum Kurfürsten. In the old town and surrounding Moselle villages, winemakers invite you to sample regional wines on site.

Yes, the hotel offers free parking right outside the front door; however, there is no underground parking. Paid electric vehicle charging stations are also available.