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A picture is worth a thousand words. The view from my suite.

HOTEL KÖNIG LUDWIG IN THE ALLGÄU || Holistic relaxation for body, mind and soul ++ First-class gourmet cuisine and great wines: My year 2022 started with a true highlight in terms of "culinary travel," one that will be hard to beat. I recently had the pleasure of traveling to Schwangau in the beautiful Allgäu region for a two-day trip and experiencing the 4-star superior Hotel König Ludwig for the first time.

Just a short 1.5-hour drive separates Munich from this gem of wellness, spa, relaxation, and culinary delights. If you value a healthy work-life balance, enjoy leisurely days, and want to feel carefree, Hotel König Ludwig is the perfect place for you. Your well-being is the focus of your stay, with exquisite menus, fine wines, and pure relaxation for body and mind – tailored to your individual needs and preferences. In short: a truly special hotel with warm and highly skilled staff who are dedicated to ensuring your comfort and well-being.

Discover the Hotel König Ludwig in the Allgäu

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The Deluxe Suite „The Dream“ – the name says it all.

The Hotel König Ludwig in the Allgäu region has been around longer than I have, and its story began back in 1980, more than 40 years ago, when Mr. Lingenfelder Senior built the Hotel König Ludwig in the beautiful town of Schwangau. Now still family-run, the hotel is managed by the second generation, his son Florian Lingenfelder and his family. The property, which has been continually expanded, modernized, and renovated, now boasts a luxurious 6,600 m² wellness area with a holistic spa concept including tailored body and beauty treatments, a spacious fitness area, and 108 rooms with 220 beds. The rooms range in size from 30 to 69 m² and are located in the buildings "Haus Edelweiss," "Haus Alpenrose," "Landhaus Hochplatte," and "Panoramahaus Fernblick."Here you can book a room at the Hotel König Ludwig and choose your room.) I was allowed to be in the Deluxe Suite „The Dream“ Overnight stay – see for yourself ;-). (More about Ludwig Spa and the Wellness philosophy (You can find out more here.)

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Enter and immediately feel relaxed at the Hotel König Ludwig

What makes it special? – As a guest of the König Ludwig Hotel, you will be treated individually and entirely according to your wishes, allowing you to enjoy nature and pure relaxation. The hotel focuses on both physical and mental rejuvenation, as well as enjoyment and self-discovery – all within the framework of a coordinated and holistic concept. Besides ample space to unwind, the hotel (concept) offers a noticeably sustainable wellness holiday – even one tailored specifically to you. Body & Mind Coaching This is offered to you. Anyone who simply wants to come by to relax, unwind and enjoy the food is of course also very welcome.

The hotel rooms – regardless of whether Room, chalet or suite The rooms are cozy, modern, and individually designed, furnished with local woods, fine fabrics, and harmonious colors. I felt very comfortable as soon as I sat down in the lobby – with Prosecco and welcome chocolates. The rooms not only share an attractive decor and atmosphere, but also a spectacular view of the mountain panorama and the beautiful natural surroundings.

Culinary delights and enjoyment

Now it gets delicious! – The hotel kitchen places great emphasis on top-quality products, sustainable practices, conscious animal welfare, and a resource-conserving cycle. They work according to the "nose-to-tail" principle, cooking seasonally and regionally with absolutely no waste. International ingredients also occasionally find their way into the menus and dishes – just as King Ludwig II once lived, always with an eye for international cuisine and a fondness for a wide variety of culinary specialties from around the world.

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A rich buffet awaits you in the morning.

All components of your five-course dinner menus are prepared in-house. True culinary craftsmanship is paramount in their preparation. If game is on the menu, it always comes from our own hunting grounds within the hotel's private hunting area – it doesn't get more local than that. For our creative menus, we often "rediscover old products," bringing long-forgotten vegetables and ingredients back to life and onto your plate in sophisticated ways.

The person responsible for your menus is... Head chef Simon Schaller (32) including his team. The young chef is not only a virtuoso in the kitchen, but also an expert when it comes to the individual needs and wishes of guests. Allergies, nutrition for pregnant women, dishes and menus for people with sleep problems (…learn more about special available sleep retreats within the hotel...), or even for dishes for people who want to change their diet, are no problem for Simon Schaller – cooking is done according to product and need, not according to a predetermined recipe.

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Breakfast has everything you could wish for. Choose and order from the egg dishes menu.

Trust me and look forward to the culinary delights right after booking – it's worth it! Meals are served in various cozy dining rooms, with assigned tables in the evening and breakfast at [location missing]. Breakfast With open seating, you and your loved ones can enjoy your meals in cozy nooks and indulge in a complete culinary experience. In the morning, a comprehensive breakfast buffet leaves virtually nothing to be desired. From various rolls, pastries, and breads (including gluten-free options), salmon, fruits, cheeses, and cold cuts (be sure to try the fresh bacon sliced on the Berkel slicer!), to different types of quark, yogurt, muesli, fruit spreads, cereals, Bavarian delicacies, and honey straight from the honeycomb, to freshly squeezed orange juice, sparkling wine, various teas, and prepared egg dishes and hot beverages, there's something for everyone. Individual requests are also welcome and will be accommodated whenever possible. My tip: Take your time for breakfast (available from 7:30 to 11:00 am) to start your "personalized wellness day" with a relaxed morning.

A "feel-good dish" from the Lilien Lounge: Japanese frames with Reishi Vera

A Lunch buffet There is no such thing as a buffet at the Hotel König Ludwig, as the motto here is: everything is optional. The aim is to create a relaxed atmosphere and avoid any pressure to rush to the buffet. Those who are hungry in the afternoon can enjoy the attractively furnished "„Lilien Lounge“"With unobstructed views of the spa and nature, you can enjoy lunch according to your own preferences, or perhaps coffee and cake, cocktails, and lemonades. The lounge menu offers a choice of "Gourmet Dishes" such as beef soup, Caesar salad, two types of tarte flambée, fresh pasta, or Kaiserschmarrn, or "Feel-Good Dishes" like Tom Kha Gai soup, various bowls (including vegan options), Japanese ramen (which I had – absolutely delicious!), or red lentil dal. The dishes are prepared with products such as JujubeVera, ReishiVera, MoringaVera, or SesamKraft – all "feel-good" products from [the company/organization]." Pharmos Natur company, which you will also find in the applications and treatments in the spa area and which are used there for and on you – there we have again the common thread of the hotel concept.

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Each course is lovingly, creatively, and harmoniously presented.

The Evening menus The food is absolutely incredible and, for me personally, reason enough to check into the hotel again. Every course is incredibly creative, uniquely presented, and perfectly balanced. Amazing flavor combinations come together, appealing color combinations and diverse creations land on your table. Head chef Simon Schaller always creates the menu together with his entire team; everyone gets to contribute, everyone plays a part. This ensures that the menus are always different, always new, adapted to the four seasons and available raw materials and ingredients.

On our first evening, for example, we had "Smoked duck breast, mulberry jam and celery cream," followed by "Frothy dill soup with North Sea shrimp," "Sous vide cooked young bull with wonton and smoked mountain cheese chip," "Pink-roasted veal medallion, Gorgonzola cream potatoes, port wine espuma and Kenyan beans," and finally "Pomegranate yogurt tartlet with date balls." The second evening was just as creative, and once again five completely different, but no less creative, courses impressed us.

Important! Be sure to get advice on-site regarding... Wine We advise and pamper our guests. We ensure perfect wine enjoyment. Certified sommelier Markus Balzer (31) with over 250 different wine selections on the menu and integrated since the end of 2014 wine shop. Browse the wine list, visit the wine shop, and get expert advice on wine tastings. Naturally, the menus are perfectly paired with the wines, and head waiter Markus Balzer will find the ideal wine for each of your chosen courses.

Definitely include in your plans: The hotel's "walk-in wine list", the wine shop

My companion and I had the pleasure of enjoying good food on site. a handful of wines We were fortunate enough to be able to sample some wines (see photo on the left). We learned not only about the exquisite wine selection, which is constantly growing and being expanded, but also about the house wine, "Das kleine Glück" (The Little Happiness), which was produced in 2021 by the partner winery "Scheiblhofer" on Lake Neusiedl to celebrate the birth of their daughter Theresa (Lingenfelder). Of course, you can also taste this wine on-site and purchase it to take home.

From the very first bite and the first sip of wine, you'll notice the meticulous attention to detail, the high quality, and the creativity of the cooking. You'll taste the love and passion for the ingredients and for cooking itself. More about the culinary delights of Hotel König Ludwig You can find it here.

Personal conclusion

I could write pages about how much I enjoyed it and the wonderful moments I experienced there. From the very first minute, my companion and I felt completely at ease at the Hotel König Ludwig in the Allgäu region. As is so often the case in life, it's the perfect mix that makes all the difference. And this Allgäu wellness and spa hotel offers just that. For me, the deciding factor wasn't "just" the unique hotel concept, but primarily the incredibly warm and welcoming people, the personal and individualized approach to guests, and the noticeably well-thought-out processes, whether in the spa area, at the restaurants, or in the rooms.

Every moment a highlight, every bite pure enjoyment at Hotel König Ludwig.

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Part of the holistic concept: Great and light five-course menus in the evening.

What could be better than feeling pampered without any pressure and enjoying a fantastic (short) break from start to finish, tailored entirely to your own needs? For me, the food is always a major factor. Even the best hotel won't see its guests again if the food isn't good, right? – At Hotel König Ludwig, you absolutely don't have to worry about that, because I give the kitchen and the 32-year-old head chef, Simon Schaller, and his team two thumbs up. The wine selection and the charming service from Markus Balzer are also worth the trip.

The dishes are not only always different and attractively presented, but the sequence of courses and the creations themselves are harmoniously coordinated, satisfying, and never too heavy. We therefore left the table – both in the morning after the lavish breakfast and in the evening after the set menus – feeling full, happy, and ready to start or end the day carefree and content.

Take your time to appreciate the hotel's concept and embrace it. Relaxing your body from the very beginning, pampering yourself with good things, and entrusting your well-being to trained professionals is truly beneficial! In short, I'm certain you won't go wrong with a booking at Hotel König Ludwig.

You can find out more about what else is offered and what will make your holiday unforgettable on the website linked below and in the Hotel König Ludwig brochure. It's also worth mentioning that the hotel is adults-only, meaning you'll only encounter adult guests. Dogs are not allowed. Many thanks to hotel manager Juliane Rapp for the wonderful tour. Take a look at the photo gallery below – I'm sure you'll want to go there right away, relax, and enjoy yourself!

+++ This article was created in cooperation with the Hotel König Ludwig (Schwangau). Thank you! +++

HARD FACTS / Booking Details:

Hotel König Ludwig in Allgäu (Schwangau)
Kreuzweg 15, 87645 Schwangau
Phone: 083628890

Details:
+++ Holistic relaxation for body, mind and soul ++ First-class gourmet cuisine and great wines +++
Adults only! | No dogs allowed | Heated pools | Five-course dinners every evening

Website Hotel König Ludwig in the Allgäu

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