Hotel & Spa Wasserschloss Westerburg

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Surrounded by the spectacular natural scenery of the Harz, Hotel & Spa Wasserschloss Westerburg is an ideal place to unwind. Set amid a picturesque moat fed by a natural spring, the castle combines medieval architecture with baroque charm. Its history dates back to the 12th century, and it is considered one of Germany’s oldest surviving moated castles.

The peaceful village of Westerburg is set amid the picturesque countryside of the northern Harz foothills. Its charm lies in its traditional half-timbered houses and small farms. The surrounding area is ideal for walking and cycling, and is also popular with birdwatchers and nature photographers.

A generous breakfast buffet with sparkling wine, fresh fruit, bread and egg dishes is served daily in the castle-vaulted restaurant from 07:00 to 10:00. Fresh, seasonal ingredients come together in an international cuisine with regional touches. Lunch is available à la carte. Half board is served in the evening as a three-course dinner or buffet, at the chef’s discretion. Wasserschloss Westerburg also has a hotel bar.

Unwind and enjoy a sense of wellbeing in the hotel’s spacious wellness areas (approx. 1,200 m²). The Galerie Spa (8 am–9 pm) features an indoor pool with a counter-current system, coloured lighting, massage jets and an integrated whirlpool, as well as aroma and experience showers, a relaxation gallery and a vitality bar. The thoughtfully designed Romantik Spa (8 am–9 pm, for guests aged 12 and over) has two saunas (Finnish and bio), a bathing pool, a Kneipp foot-treading pool and a heated bench.

A varied wellness menu, including massages and beauty treatments, is offered by trained staff.

The fitness room is equipped with cardio and strength-training equipment.

The hotel is connected to the Harzvorlandweg cycle route, which links the German states of Thuringia, Saxony-Anhalt and Lower Saxony. Explore the surrounding area by bike and enjoy its beautiful natural scenery. Walking trails also lead through the idyllic countryside. Cultural events, including medieval festivals, are occasionally held at the castle itself. Free guided castle tours take place every day at weekends. Bicycles and e-bikes are available to hire locally for a fee (approx. £17–£38 per day [€20–€45]).