Palais Wunderlich

If the name sounds like something out of a storybook, it’s not surprising. There are indeed many stories to be told about Palais Wunderlich in Lahr in the Black Forest. Built in 1798/99 as the stately residence of the colonial goods merchant Carl Ludwig Wunderlich, the property has housed, over the years, not only merchants and mayors, but also a cigar factory and a wine shop. The current owners, Alexander and Alexandra Hugenberg, actually wanted to resell the Palais immediately after it was renovated in 2013. But they just couldn't part with the building's captivating splendor and decided to rent out high-quality flats in the listed building. They skillfully combined modern design elements such as sleek kitchens and bathrooms with old materials. Exposed bricks and beams and creaking wooden floorboards are just as reminiscent of the long history of the place as the high stucco ceilings and the herringbone parquet flooring. Years before the opening, the hosts set out to find suitable furniture. They have devotedly combined refurbished antiques with design classics and upholstered furniture matching the color scheme of each flat. Everywhere guests discover lovingly selected accessories such as vases, chests and side tables. There is so much space in and around the Palais that you can not only holiday there alone or with family and friends, but also celebrate in large groups. And with every visit and every celebration, new stories are written at Palais Wunderlich.

WHAT WE LIKE MOST:

• At Palais Wunderlich, visitors have the opportunity to stay in a historic location that has been renovated with attention to detail and the courage to embrace contrasts.
• Each flat has its own style - sometimes opulent, sometimes rustic and always combined with modern design.
• From cozy flats for two to spacious flats for nine guests, the Palais can accommodate a variety of different configurations.
• Natural clay plaster and lime paint create a healthy living environment.
• The hosts are parents themselves and extremely child-friendly. There is a sandpit and trampoline in the garden for the younger guests.
• Enjoyment is a top priority: Alexander Hugenberg shares his knowledge in individual wine tastings with fine wines from the region.
• The nearest vinyard is within walking distance and can be visited individually or as a group.
• A professionally developed audio guide provides details about the interesting past of Palais Wunderlich. 
• If you fall in love with the Frama soap or DCW lamps in the apartments, you can buy them in the Palais Wunderlich shop and take them home with you - or have them delivered. Exquisite wines and homemade specialities such as the delicious mirabelle jam are also available.

GOOD TO KNOW:

• Breakfast is available on request.
• Fruit juices, wine, and beer are provided in each flat - more is available in the garden kitchen.
• Board and card games are available for guests.
• The vaulted cellars offer space for festive banquets. In good weather, the courtyard and garden are also suitable for family celebrations, weddings, birthday parties, or team celebrations.
• The hosts are well-connected and can put you in touch with caterers, event planners, DJs or a florist, who also supplies the apartments with fresh bouquets for celebrations.
• Strasbourg and Europa-Park are nearby excursion destinations. The Black Forest and Alsace are on the doorstep.
• In Lahr, guests will find restaurants and supermarkets as well as the Lahr terrace pool with diving tower and giant slide.
• The train station is about 2.5 kilometers away. Several bus lines run from there to stops near the Palais.
• There are plenty of parking spaces in the underground car park with car lift and electric charging station. There is also space for bicycles.