Hotel Leuchtenburg

The former supply house is located below the name-giving castle ruins, surrounded by vines and a panoramic view of the Alps. The turquoise-green shores of Lake Kaltern (the less touristy one!) with its private bathing area, striped parasol nostalgia and the rustle of palm trees are right outside the door.

Katharina Sparer’s parents had managed the guesthouse for four decades before the young owner acquired the 500-year-old listed building and, together with her partner and the architect Christina Biasi von Berg (Biquadra office), transformed it into a stylish, laid-back hotel with twelve rooms and a restaurant. Since then, a contemporary breeze has been blowing behind the proud castle-like façade.

‘Simplicity and luxury are no contradictions,’ emphasises the architect, who has given each of the rooms an unmistakable character made up of old peasant furniture with brightly coloured ornaments, contemporary design and lots of wood. A striking combination of authenticity, well-composed architecture and a personal touch.
The new Terrazza restaurant was realised in a simple timber construction. A tribute to local materials and craftsmanship.

Not only do you have a view of the lake from every room, but also from the restaurant’s terrazza, where breakfast and dinner are served in good weather. Surfboards and boats are also available at the hotel’s own bathing area with boathouse, trust bar, yoga room and sauna hut.

For cooler days, the cosy wine lounge in the vaults with the adjoining Finnish sauna is the perfect place to unwind. Accompanied by the sound of the vintage turntable. A house full of special features, whose hospitality will resonate for a long time.

What to do

Swimming, hiking (e.g. Kalterer Friedensweg, Rastenbachklamm gorge or hike to the ice holes), cycling and biking, pedalling and rowing boats, stand-up paddling and sailing, saunas, wine tasting in the hotel's own wine lounge and various wine tours in the region, South Tyrolean wine museum, a visit to the ruins of the Leuchtburg castle, a ride on the Mendelbahn cable car or a trip to Bolzano.

Why we like this house

Castle ambience with zeitgeist - authentic architecture and familiar atmosphere by the lake

This house is great for

Adults-only - for romantic weekends for two, hiking and water enthusiasts, wine lovers and dog owners

Sustainability

Two e-charging stations, public transport: train to Ora, from where you will be picked up

Owner

With the Leuchtenburg guesthouse, the young entrepreneurial couple Katharina Sparer and Jan Waldner have created a place that builds on history and opens the doors to the future. Kat is a sommelier and lived in Bordeaux for four years. As an energetic host, she has known the Leuchtenburg since she was a child and is continuing her parents' tradition with a new hand and fresh spirit. Jan comes from the business sector and is the co-founder of a start-up that specialises in increasing employee satisfaction in companies. Full of creativity, he supports Kat and all guests.

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