Wintertime is wellness time: the most beautiful spa & wellness hotels in Schleswig-Holstein

Hotel Breitenburg

South of Itzehoe, the natural Hotel Breitenburg is surrounded by old trees, the Breitenburg Canal and a first-class golf course. The hotel was created from the Gut Osterholz estate: the former stables were extensively converted and the rest of the hotel was newly built. The result is 80 luxurious rooms that harmoniously combine tradition and modernity.

The undisputed highlight of the Hotel Breitenburg is the large spa and wellness area. In addition to an impressive infinity pool with a view of the Breitenburg Canal, several saunas and relaxation rooms, you can look forward to a wide range of beauty treatments, Ayurveda treatments, cleansing rituals in the hammam and massages. This spa and wellness area not only impresses guests, but also the jury of the monthly travel magazine GEO Saison: experts from the tourism industry voted the Hotel Breitenburg one of the 100 best European hotels - and also one of the best wellness hotels in Germany.

Even if you like it a little more active, you will find what you are looking for at Hotel Breitenburg: At weekends, guests of the hotel have the opportunity to bring body and soul into harmony during guided yoga classes free of charge. The fitness studio also offers the right environment and equipment for your training session.

While the spa and wellness area alone would undoubtedly be reason enough to visit the Hotel Breitenburg, you can look forward to many other activities during your stay, including horse riding, golf, bike tours and hikes, wine tastings or canoe tours on the Breitenburg Canal. A visit to nearby Breitenburg Castle, whose history dates back to the 16th century, is also particularly exciting. The castle is privately owned, but guided tours are occasionally offered.

A little tip for last-minute visitors: even if you are not staying overnight at the hotel, you can visit the day spa from Sundays to Fridays, and on Sundays you can also take part in a yoga class (reservation required).

Location: Gut Osterholz 1, 25524 Breitenburg

Highlights: Infinity pool, beauty treatments, Ayurveda treatments, hammam

Room types: Classic, superior, maisonette suite, room with water view

Prices: from € 189 p. night

Further information: www.hotel-breitenburg.de

Lighthouse Hotel & Spa

The small coastal town of Büsum on the North Sea is not only a popular destination for beach vacationers in summer, but also for all those who long for rest and relaxation away from the summer vacations. The wellness hotel Lighthouse Hotel & Spa is located right next to the North Sea.

The rooms at the Lighthouse Hotel & Spa are characterized by a calm and contemporary design. Natural wood structures, a light, soft color palette and simple Scandinavian furnishing elements lend them their charm. Most of the hotel's rooms and suites have their own balcony where you can enjoy the fresh sea air.

The highlight of the Lighthouse Hotel & Spa is undoubtedly its first-class wellness area. The spa offers a variety of treatments, from massages to facials, to revitalize body and mind. There are also three saunas, a steam bath, a 60° bio-soft sauna and a 90° Finnish sauna. After visiting the saunas and relaxing briefly in one of the three footbaths, you have the option of relaxing in one of the two relaxation rooms. One of the rooms offers a unique view of the historic harbor, while the other has a soothing salt wall. There is also a sunbathing pool with whirlpool function. The hotel is directly connected to the "Meerzeit Büsum Wellenbad und Spa" adventure pool, where you can swim in an even more spacious area.

The Lighthouse also offers plenty of culinary delights: Whether you opt for the down-to-earth restaurant Landgang, the fine-dining restaurant Schnüsch or the rustic ambience of the Hafenpinte Alter Speicher, there is something for every taste at the Lighthouse. However, they all have one thing in common: the gastronomic concept is based on carefully selected, mostly regional ingredients and the use of the best ingredients, served in a pleasant atmosphere that also includes an outdoor terrace with a view of the sea.

Location: Am Museumshafen 11, 25761 Büsum

Highlights: Wellness area, three saunas, access to the "Meerzeit Büsum wave pool and spa"

Room types: Rooms, suites, mini apartments

Prices: From 139€ p. night

Further information: www.hotel-lighthouse.de

Lundenbergsand Hideway & Spa

Lundenbergsand Hideway & Spa is a place with character and history. The hotel is located in a historic 18th century building in a secluded, secluded location just a few meters from the Wadden Sea. The stylishly restored rooms and carefully selected furnishings give the adults-only hotel a cozy atmosphere.

The rooms at the Lundenbergsand Hotel combine classic Nordic design with modern comfort and offer a great view of the surrounding landscape.

In the wellness area of the Lundenbergsand Hotel, guests can swim in the 29° outdoor pool or indoor pool, take a sauna in the bio-soft sauna or the Finnish sauna with 270° sea view and put their feet up in the glass tower room. The "Wattn'n Spa" also offers a wide range of treatments, including massages, peelings, baths, facials and much more.

After wellness is before sport. Or the other way around? In the Watt'n Fit fitness area with its breathtaking view of the salt marshes, high-quality training equipment is at your disposal. What's special is that the equipment in the fitness room is interactive - simply grab your Apple Watch and start your own workout. You can record your progress and motivate yourself for the next workout.

The area surrounding the Lundenbergsand Hotel offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. Guests can hire bicycles to explore the coastal landscape or take long walks along the dyke. A guided mudflat hike is also highly recommended. Book one of the wellness packages on offer and enjoy a soothing stay by the sea.

Location: Lundenbergweg 3, 25813 Simonsberg

Highlights: Secluded location, heated indoor and outdoor pool, spa area, fitness room

Room types: Rooms, suites, vacation apartment, villa

Prices: from € 189 p. night

Further information: www.hotel-lundenbergsand.de

Private Nature Luxury Resort Weissenhaus

If you dream of a place that brings luxury, nature and relaxation into perfect harmony, then you should visit the Private Nature Luxury Resort Weissenhaus. Although Weissenhaus is located on the mainland, it feels as if you are on a secluded island, far away from all the stresses and obligations.

The Private Nature Luxury Resort Weissenhaus is a nature experience designed primarily for spa and food lovers. Experience unique hospitality on an impressive 75-hectare natural estate right on the beach. A loving restoration in 2014, focusing on traditional materials and craftsmanship, has brought Weissenhaus back to life.

The resort offers a wide range of accommodation options, from stylish double rooms to spacious suites and cottages. Each accommodation is tastefully decorated and modernly equipped to meet the highest standards.

Weissenhaus has a first-class wellness area: the Schlosstherme offers a 20-meter indoor and outdoor pool with a pleasant water temperature of a constant 32°. The 35° warm outdoor brine whirlpool is equipped with an integrated lounger, bench and massage function. The brine has a beneficial effect on joints, muscles, respiratory tract and skin. After a sauna session in one of the six saunas, including a Finnish sauna, a banya and a salt herbal sauna, you can refresh yourself in the cold water pool in the garden of the Schlosstherme. The spa also offers a wide range of treatments, from massages to facials, to revitalize body and mind.

The gastronomy at Weissenhaus is another reason why this resort is so popular. The resort has several restaurants: whether you want to enjoy a menu in the 2-star Michelin restaurant "Courtier", be whisked away to Italy in the Bootshaus or explore Asian flavors in the Asiabar - here you can sample culinary delights from the region and around the world.

You can explore the surroundings of the Weissenhaus Resort by bike or take long walks on the beach. On rainy days, you can watch a movie of your choice in the private cinema or take part in an individual cooking course in the historic castle kitchen.

Location: Parkallee 1, 23758 Wangels

Highlights: large grounds, castle spa, spa area, private cinema, cooking course

Room types: Rooms, suites, houses

Prices: from € 450 p. night

Further information: https://www.weissenhaus.de