Land-gut-Hotel Dornröschen

You will feel at home here for a number of reasons. Not only can you enjoy the modern, classic and seasonal cuisine showcasing local produce, but there is also the friendly, attentive service that comes courtesy of the owner and her team, who also know their way around the wine list. The elegantly pared-down interior is equally inviting, not to mention the beautiful garden with shaded seating that draws diners in summer. Well-kept guestrooms are available should you wish to stay the night.

African produce enriches the cuisine, which is international in character. Wood carvings and trophies from the country where the dishes originated are interesting to look at.

Armed with an impressive CV, chef-patron Moritz Techet presents his modern, creative concept here. Diners are treated to a surprise menu comprising 10 smaller or larger courses, each one technically polished and precisely executed. Each dish is pared down to the essentials and based on select, predominantly regional ingredients. The restaurant maintains its own herb garden, they forage for mushrooms and berries, and employ fermentation and preservation techniques. Vegetarian cuisine is at the fore. The charming and dedicated waitstaff are led by Jansý Frederiksberg and assisted by the chefs, w