Wellness in Saarland: Seezeitlodge Hotel in Nohfelden shows how it's done

Wellness paradise: The Celts couldn't have done it any better

What do the Celts understand by a successful spa experience? Even if we can't ask you personally, you would definitely be more than enthusiastic about the great wellness and spa oasis in the Seezeitlodge Hotel in Nohfelden in Saarland.

Press trip with the Seezeitlodge Hotel & Spa

Wellness hotel in Saarland: The Seezeitlodge in Nohfelden

In Germany's smallest state, right on the picturesque Bostalsee lake, lies the charming Seezeitlodge Hotel & Spa . To be honest, I'd never heard of Bostalsee before my stay, and I didn't immediately associate Saarland with wellness and relaxation. But since my visit to the Seezeitlodge Hotel, I'm all the more convinced: holidays in Germany are possible, and so good that we would have loved to stay for a whole week. The hotel, which only opened in July 2017, sits perched on a hill overlooking the lake. Perfectly integrated into the surrounding nature and landscape, we felt transported to another world the moment we stepped inside.

Modern architecture with an exceptional sense of design

Despite its very modern architecture, the hotel doesn't feel cold or unwelcoming at all; quite the opposite. The stylish interior design by Birgit Nicolay from Stuttgart and New York, who has also designed hotels like "La Maison," is relaxed, cozy, and full of charming little surprises. Natural materials such as woven cotton fabrics, local oak, lamps made from woven natural materials, and oiled parquet flooring play a prominent role throughout the hotel. With 98 rooms and suites, the hotel is quite large, but the guests are well distributed, so even on fully booked weekends, it never feels hectic.

The rooms in the wellness hotel Seezeitlodge

All rooms face the lake and offer a beautiful view of nature. The cleverly used mirrors made the rooms appear even larger and more flooded with light. In general, we noticed the pleasant light throughout the hotel, which is not too bright but very soft and calming. Like walking through the woods on a sunny day. The rooms are furnished to a high standard, absolutely clean and simply offer a great feel-good factor.

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The spa & wellness area: bring nature inside

Let's move on to the next highlight and centerpiece of the hotel: the 2.700 m² spa and wellness area. Here, the Seezeit Spa brings nature indoors. Inspired by the fascinating culture and rituals of the Celts, the wellness and spa area leaves nothing to be desired and offers a truly exceptional sauna and bathing landscape that can be both seen and felt. The hotel has even developed four experiential qualities in the form of symbols to guide guests:

• feel calm= symbol of the tree of life
• Recharge energy= symbol of the spiral
• find inspiration= symbol of the triangle knot
• experience clarity = symbol of the labyrinth

The sauna village with earth sauna, bio sauna and herbal sauna

In my opinion, it's an original and creative idea to draw on Celtic traditions and create something new from them, something I've never seen before with such meticulous attention to detail. The Celtic sauna village, featuring an earth sauna, a bio sauna, and a herbal sauna, is an extraordinary experience and a true dream for all sauna enthusiasts. In addition, there's a ritual area, an atmospheric fire pit, and a relaxation house with a view of the lake. Those who prefer swimming can enjoy the spacious, heated indoor and outdoor infinity pool with its magnificent lake view. For a light snack, the spa bistro in the wellness area offers treats such as fresh Bircher muesli, fruit salad, homemade cakes, sandwiches, and pretzels. Guests are also welcome to enjoy the refreshing detox water and the hotel's own Celtic tea.

Restaurant (Lumi) and culinary delights

Restaurant Lumi pampers its guests with high-quality, seasonal dishes. The herbs come directly from the young chef's own herb garden, and the bread is traditionally baked on-site. After all, the owners of the Seezeitlodge Hotel & Spa belong to the renowned Wagner family. The hotel places great emphasis on using as many regional ingredients as possible. After an afternoon photo shoot, we worked up an appetite and treated ourselves to a light lunch. The eggplant crostini with ricotta were incredibly delicious, and the portion was quite generous for an appetizer. An evening menu is offered between 18:00 p.m. and 21:30 p.m. Weather permitting, guests can sit on the spacious terrace and watch the sunset over the lake. If it's too chilly for that, you can warm up by the fire pit or enjoy a relaxing evening by candlelight in the cozy restaurant.

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Seezeitlodge Breakfast: The day can start like this in a dreamy way

The rich breakfast buffet leaves nothing to be desired. The selection of different types of bread and rolls is immense. In addition, there is homemade granola, a large selection of different yoghurt products, fresh fruit, all kinds of eggs and fresh pastries. You can also get a glass of sparkling wine and look out over the lake. There really is something for everyone and the taste is just great! The day can start so fantastically 🙂

The Bostalsee and the surrounding area: Active holidays in Saarland

The area around the Bostalsee in Saarland makes the hearts of active vacationers beat faster: Whether hiking, cycling, Nordic walking, swimming in the lake, sailing or water sports such as stand up paddling and diving. Here everyone can pursue the occupation that suits them. I personally find the place ideal for doing yoga, meditating and walking in the forest. The hotel also offers bicycles and e-bikes for hire, which are great for exploring the area. However, since we were so enthusiastic about the spa area and the pool, we left it at the relaxation marathon 😉

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About the stay: A wellness hotel in a class of its own in Saarland

Did the Celts go on vacation like that? It probably wasn't nearly as luxurious back then, but I'm sure the Celts would definitely give this hotel their blessing. Or would even like to stop by yourself 😉 The whole house offers a uniform and pleasant appearance from the excellent friendly service to the comfortable furnishings and the unbeatable location. We were particularly surprised by the innovative design and unique concept, which we have never seen anywhere else in Germany. In addition, we discovered in every corner of the hotel the great attention to detail and a precision in which everything is harmoniously but never boringly coordinated.

Regional tradition and myths

We particularly liked the way the hotel incorporates regional traditions and myths. Never pushy, very stylish but with heart. The loving and warm ambience makes your stay a special experience and also characterizes the family-run hotel. We felt very comfortable during our stay, recovered and deeply relaxed. Due to the wide range of leisure activities, it never gets boring, so I can imagine spending a whole week at the Seezeitlodge Hotel & Spa and really switching off. If you are looking for an extraordinary and nature-loving place to relax away from any clichés in Germany, you have come to the right place.