Schloss Lütgenhof

Ulmenweg 10 (Dassow ) 23942

The restaurant in Schloss Lütgenhof unites the ambience and the tradition of this grand hotel. This, perhaps the most commanding of the castle's rooms, represents an elegant and unique setting, with its originally preserved coffered ceilings, panelled walls and crystal chandeliers.

Since January 2007, Thomas Varwig has been presenting his innovative cuisine here, inspired by Mediterranean and regional influences, not forgetting his Mecklenburg specialities.

In Restaurant Terrazza you can enjoy home-made pasta, local fish, game and poultry, and an abundance of fresh vegetables and salads.

The Röhricht-Salon, situated on the upper floor of the castle, offers a view of the river Stepenitz and is the ideal venue for events which require an elegant, tasteful ambience with a creative and inspiring atmosphere. This business-like setting is perfect for small, individual meetings, executive meetings, discussions with business associates, seminars, workshops, brainstorming sessions, start-up meetings, management circles and team incentives.

Schloss Lütgenhof is situated in a nature conservation area by lake Dassower See in Dassow, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. It is located just 25 kilometres from Lübeck and 8 kilometres from Travemünde (via the Priwall Peninsula). The hotel is also just a stone's throw from Timmendorf and from the beach and casino in Travemünde. 10 kilometres north of Dassow you will find one of the most beautiful beaches on the Baltic Sea coast, a vast stretch of which you are guaranteed to enjoy almost to yourself. From Pötenitz to Rosenhagen, from Barendorf to the lookout tower in Großklützhöved on Wismar Bay: a wealth of unspoilt nature surrounds you. This is a paradise for all those longing to breathe in the Baltic Sea breeze.

The Stepenitz, a small river, runs directly behind the castle and opens out into the Dassower See, which joins the Baltic Sea. The patio of the castle bistro offers a wonderful view of the river and the adjacent nature reserve.

To the west lies Lübeck, Travemünde and Timmendorfer Strand; to the east you can pass through Grevesmühlen to reach Wismar, which is just 47 kilometres away. A 30-minute drive takes you to Wismar Bay and the historic port of Wismar (a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site since 2002).

22 kilometres south of Dassow you find Ratzeburg, and Mölln a little further along. Here you can visit the nature parks, nature reserves, lake Ratzeburger See and the numerous small, idyllic lakes surrounding it.

Schloss Lütgenhof offers 23 guest rooms. The furnishings and interiors of the rooms provide a contrast to the classical style of the castle.

"Feeling at home" was the motto for the interior design, which bears the unmistakeable signature of German manufacture. The modern design and consistent simplicity of the furnishings, décor and accessories create an ambience which few would expect from a castle hotel. Each room has its own character, accentuated by warm, homely colours.

Arriving by car:
From Hamburg:
Take the A1 as far as Lübeck, and exit at "Skandinavienkai". Take the Priwall ferry from Travemünde/Skandinavienkai to Pötenitz, pass through Johannstorf and then on to Dassow (this takes just a few minutes), following the signs to "Schloss Lütgenhof".

From Kiel:
Take the main road B 76 through Preetz, Plön and Eutin, and continue towards Scharbeutz via Timmendorfer Strand. Once you reach Lübeck-Priwall, take the Priwall ferry (from Skandinavienkai) and follow the directions above.

From Oldenburg:
Take the A1 (E47) towards Scharbeutz via Timmendorfer Strand. Once you reach Lübeck-Priwall, take the Priwall ferry (from Skandinavienkai) and follow the directions above.

From Wismar:
Take the 105 / E 22 via Grevesmühlen towards Dassow.

By rail:
Arriving by rail is the simplest and most convenient option. From Hamburg and Kiel, trains depart nearly every hour to Lübeck. This journey takes less than 45 minutes. The train from Wismar travels via Grevesmühlen to Schönberg, which is 8 kilometres away from Dassow.