Getting married in Baden-Baden: The painting hall in the Hotel Maison Messmer

We have had a special connection to Baden-Baden for a long time. Not only did we grow up nearby, we even met in the area. Even back then, we particularly looked forward to spring in Baden-Baden every year, because hardly any other city in Germany blooms so elegantly and colorfully. For us, Baden-Baden is simply a small piece of home and memory. So there was no question for us that we wanted to get married here. Unfortunately, we didn't find the right location at the time.

However, since we have been intensively dealing with wedding locations on the blog, we have become aware of a hotel that would have fulfilled all requirements: This Homage Hotel Maison Messmer in Baden-Baden. So if you are currently planning your wedding, then you should definitely have this wedding location on your radar.

Unique luxury in a historic ambience: The Homage Hotel Maison Messmer in Baden-Baden

The Homage Hotel Maison Messmer, a member of the Homage Luxury Collection, is located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Baden-Baden in close proximity to the Kurhaus, the Kurgarten and the Baden-Baden Theater. Guests can easily reach all major attractions such as the renowned thermal baths and the casino on foot. As the former summer residence of the imperial couple, the house can also look back on an eventful history. Emperor Wilhelm I, Queen Victoria, Empress Elisabeth of Austria and the Tsar's family once met here.

Maison Messmer through the ages

The Maison Messmer country house was built in 1833 by the Baden War Minister Secretary Johann Baptist Messmer on a hill next to the later spa house and casino. Among the guests of the house were nobles, diplomats and poets. Within a few years, Maison Messmer developed into a popular residence for German and European politicians during the summer months.

In the year of the revolution, Prince Wilhelm came to Baden-Baden and chose accommodation with, of all people, the staunch democrat Johann Baptist Messmer. But his stay took an unexpected turn. The hospitality of his political opponent quickly transformed the initial distrust into a deep friendship. When he said goodbye, Prince Wilhelm said: “I came to you as an enemy, next time I will return as a friend.” He kept his promise, and the Maison Messmer was the summer residence of the German imperial couple for over 40 years. High-ranking guests from Prussia were often guests at the Maison Messmer, which meant that many conferences were held here rather than in the castle. The emperor's annual visit made the Maison Messmer famous far beyond its borders.

Today, the Maison Messmer remains a luxury hotel, a place of hospitality and encounters. With its exquisite rooms and exclusive suites, the elegant restaurant JB Messmer, a fantastic wellness area and first-class event rooms, the hotel offers everything you need for an unforgettable stay - and above all for a dream wedding.

Getting married in Baden-Baden: The small cosmopolitan city

Baden-Baden has long been known as a spa and spa town. The Romans already enjoyed the hot thermal springs on the edge of the Black Forest. And since imperial times, Europe's summer capital has impressed with its glamorous charisma. Here, classicist jewels of Art Nouveau, magnificent hotel palaces, romantic rose gardens and extensive park landscapes compete for the attention of guests. Since 2021, the 2.000-year-old “small cosmopolitan city” has been part of the city along with ten other cities “Great Spa Towns of Europe”, to them too Bad Ems heard, a spa town that I visited last year. Surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards, Baden-Baden enjoys a mild, sunny climate in which even palm trees and lemon trees feel comfortable.

The historic architecture of the spa houses, the magnificent villas and winding streets give Baden-Baden a feeling incomparably romantic magic. A walk along the famous Lichtentaler Allee invites you to travel back in time. The list of personalities who have strolled here is long and impressive. Celebrities such as Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Otto von Bismarck and Richard Wagner were once among the city's spa guests. And even today, the city still regularly attracts prominent visitors with a wealth of sporting and cultural events. The city becomes a true color spectacle, especially in spring, when the numerous magnolia and cherry trees bloom. Even though we live nearby, a walk in Baden-Baden always feels like a short vacation.

Get married at the Hotel Maison Messmer Baden-Baden: dream wedding at the most beautiful photo locations in Baden-Baden

Imagine waking up in the morning with the most breathtaking view over the rooftops of Baden-Baden. You are in the heart of the city and at the same time enjoy the undisturbed peace and quiet before your big moment. The tingling feeling of anticipation and excitement for the day ahead slowly rises within you. After a relaxed, delicious breakfast in your room or in the hotel's restaurant, get ready for your big day. Thanks to the central location of the hotel with over 150 rooms, long distances are not an issue, neither for you nor for your wedding guests. Maybe you agreed not to see each other before the wedding. This can be easily implemented at Maison Messmer. Or you would prefer to experience the moments before the ceremony together. Everything is possible. The first rays of sunshine flood through the romantic large windows and envelope your wedding dress and suit. The wedding shoes are waiting to be worn and danced...and this is how your day could start at Maison Messmer.

Getting married at Maison Messmer Baden-Baden: All the advantages at a glance

At the Hotel Maison Messmer you can celebrate your big day in a historically elegant ambience with fresh, modern accents. The hotel offers eight different event rooms for weddings of all sizes, including the magnificent, light-filled Painter's Hall in the romantic Belle Époque style. The hotel's experienced event team will help you plan and organize your celebration to ensure every moment is perfect. From the selection of the menu to the decoration, every detail is designed according to your individual wishes and ideas. You are also close to the most beautiful places in the city: from the Trinkhalle to Lichtentaler Allee to the Rose Garden - many beautiful photo backdrops are at your feet. 

No need for remote catering

You will be spoiled with freshly prepared food directly on site. By the way, it is a misconception that catering is cheaper than a menu in a restaurant. In addition, menus and buffets straight from the restaurant kitchen impress not only in terms of freshness, but also in taste. 

A selection from a total of eight different rooms

At Maison Messmer you have the choice eight luxurious event rooms for your celebration. In addition to the magnificent painter's hall, the hotel also offers other halls and salons such as the musicians' hall “Hector Berlioz”, which is ideal for exclusive dinners in smaller groups. The individual rooms can sometimes be flexibly combined to enable larger events. A truly extraordinary party location is the exclusive penthouse with a panoramic view of Baden-Baden, which we will introduce to you in more detail shortly.

One of the most beautiful ballrooms in Germany is waiting for your dance

The Painter's Hall, a unique banquet hall with 200 m² of space and a ceiling height of over seven meters, makes wedding dreams come true. What else particularly enchanted us about this room? We'll go into this in more detail shortly.

Beauty area for your getting ready

To get ready, you can use the hotel's beautiful, bright beauty area. If desired, a make-up artist, make-up artist, hairdresser or hairstylist can also be organized.

The day spa is given to you

Would you like to really relax before your big day? If you get married at Maison Messmer, you as the bride and groom will receive a day spa ticket including a 50-minute body or beauty treatment. 

Celebrate & stay overnight: Stay overnight where you celebrate

At Maison Messmer you can party together with your guests until the early hours of the morning and stay overnight in the newly designed rooms and suites. If you wish, a fresh, delicious breakfast for late risers is waiting for you in the morning. Afterwards you can reflect on your day in the magical spa area with indoor pool and really relax.

all under one roof

Whether it's about the supporting program, the floral arrangements, the decorations or the place cards: We can say from our own experience that planning a wedding can be overwhelming because there are many details to take into account. At Maison Messmer, experienced event experts are available to help you plan your wedding. The team will support you every step of the way to ensure the wedding is exactly how you envisioned it.

Wedding planner in the hotel

And if you are still looking for a wedding planner: Event manager Gloria Rinke has already organized many weddings at Maison Messmer and will be happy to advise you on your celebration in Baden-Baden.

The Malersaal: Fairytale wedding in the most romantic ballroom in Germany

This ballroom undoubtedly makes hearts beat faster! The painter's room in the Maison Messmer Baden-Baden is a historical jewel in the Belle Époque style. When we first entered, we felt like we had been transported to a harmonious 19th century painting. Steeped in history yet airy and bright, this magnificent room offers a unique setting for dream weddings. With its impressive interior design, opulent chandeliers and ornate ceiling decorations, the Malersaal gives every event a touch of timeless romance. Here, celebrating like the emperor once did is reinterpreted in a fascinating way. Thanks to an extensive restoration, the painting hall now shines in new splendor and has arrived in the present.

Romantic candle light dinner

We were immediately enchanted by the light in the room. While other ballrooms are often quite dark or even seem a bit dusty, the Painter's Hall is wonderfully bright thanks to the large, elaborately decorated windows. By the way, you can see what a wedding in this hall can feel like Romantic dinner Find out in advance and let the magic of this room work its magic on you.

Getting married in Baden-Baden: rooms & suites at Maison Messmer

How about a hotel suite with its own hot tub? Or maybe a room with its own open fireplace and private sauna? The Maison Messmer has five room categories and five suites.
The stylish rooms and suites at Maison Messmer offer a harmonious mix of elegance and modern comfort. With a variety of rooms and suites to suit the needs of different guests, there is something to suit every taste. Whether classic-elegant or contemporary-modern, the rooms at Maison Messmer are stylishly furnished and offer a relaxed atmosphere for an unforgettable stay in Baden-Baden.

Bridal suites in the Maison Messmer Baden-Baden

The extensive selection of rooms also offers an ideal solution for accommodation for wedding guests. From the spacious classic rooms to the luxurious suites with panoramic views of the city - here every guest will find their own personal refuge to relax and feel good.
Here is our selection of the two most beautiful bridal suites for you, which are also ideal for bachelor parties.

Above the rooftops of Baden-Baden: The Penthouse Suite in Maison Messmer

The private elevator takes you to the exclusive heart of the hotel. On a generous 240 m², the Penthouse Suite at Maison Messmer offers a unique retreat that meets the highest demands. You can take a tour of the suite in our story highlights on Instagram. This “room tour” was our most extensive so far and filming wasn’t that easy because this suite is just so huge. One of the highlights is undoubtedly the huge panoramic roof terrace. A proud 160 m² offers an incomparable view over the roofs of the city - the perfect setting for your very special day.

Getting married in Baden-Baden: Ideal as a wedding suite or as a JGA location

The Penthouse Suite is ideal as a bridal suite or as a location for a bachelor party. With four rooms and three luxurious king-size beds (2,00 m), this suite can accommodate up to 6 people - perfect for a group of friends who want to celebrate together. In addition to the spacious rooms, guests have the opportunity to be pampered with culinary highlights by the hotel chef in the fully equipped kitchen directly in the Penthouse Suite. Another highlight is definitely the large, private whirlpool.

The Homage Deluxe Suite

Another extraordinary suite awaits you on 200 m², divided into four luxuriously furnished rooms. The Homage Deluxe Suite offers two large bedrooms, a living room, a dining room as well as a kitchen and two bathrooms. Here you can relax in the private room sauna or take a warm bath in the adventure bathtub. It gets cozy by the elegant fireplace. For the music lovers among you, this suite even has your own piano and an exclusive TV-hi-fi multimedia system. Baden-Baden, as a festival city, is home to many artists and musicians every year. A piano in the room therefore proves to be extremely practical for some people and at the same time gives the room an enchanting elegance. Several windows in the living and dining areas are equipped with small French balconies and offer a fantastic view of Baden-Baden.

Breakfast & dinner at Maison Messmer

Breakfast takes place every morning in the elegant JB Messmer restaurant and leaves nothing to be desired. In addition to an extensive breakfast buffet, there are also numerous egg dishes that can be ordered at the table. With a view of the theater, which is directly opposite, the fresh coffee tastes even better. But the JB Messmer restaurant doesn't just offer morning delicacies. You can also eat very well here at lunch and in the evening. The quick lunch menu offers a variety of fine, light dishes that are perfect for recharging your batteries and continuing the day.

In the evening, a romantic atmosphere immediately arises at the candlelight dinner. The varied menu presents a selection of fine dishes prepared using local and seasonal ingredients. We loved the spring tarts and the wild zander. What we particularly noticed was the warm and very attentive service, which perfectly rounded off our culinary experience. Every guest is lovingly cared for and the service also responds to individual requests.

Wellness, yoga & spa at Maison Messmer

We were also impressed by the lovingly designed “Royal Spa” wellness area. Designed in a stylish Art Deco style, this 800 square meter spa area is a real treat Wellness oasis in the center of Baden-Baden. We particularly like the different levels with the gallery, which is a bit reminiscent of a theater. Swimming a few lengths in the warm indoor pool is a real treat. The colorful glass dome transforms the room into a beautiful play of light.

On the cute balcony overlooking the pool, guests can sample something tasty from the snack menu, including fresh smoothies, salads and even Ayurvedic dishes. In addition to the indoor pool, there is also a sauna area with a Finnish sauna, a herbal steam bath and probably the most beautiful hammam we have ever visited. Inspired by the architecture of ancient Rome and the paintings of artist Gustav Klimt, the rooms are decorated with fascinating mosaic artworks. If you're ready for a massage, you can simply take a look at the spa menu, which offers a diverse selection of massages and beauty treatments. For guests who long for a little sunshine, there is a cozy and private outdoor area in the courtyard, ideal for relaxing and recharging your batteries. There is also a wonderful, spacious yoga room and the option to book yoga classes.

Our stay at Maison Messmer

The Maison Messmer is much more than just any hotel – it is a place for unforgettable experiences and special moments. With its elegant atmosphere, exquisite cuisine and first-class rooms, Maison Messmer is the ideal location for weddings, celebrations and relaxed overnight stays.
For couples who want to celebrate their big day in a stylish and romantic ambience in the heart of Baden-Baden, Maison Messmer definitely offers the ideal setting.