Le Saint Barnabé Hôtel & SPA

The Paths to Contentment – Le Saint Barnabé, Hotel and Spa A world apart, untouched, authentic, natural. The sounds and noises of a magnificent natural landscape, which we have long since lost in the daily grind. The Massif du Ventron Nature Reserve is an epitome of countless moments of pleasure. Here, high above the valleys of a magnificent wine region, paths converge, leading to natural beauty and a clear view of what truly matters, in the play of colors of all four seasons and in the cradle of security. The Hotel Saint Barnabé in the heart of Alsace offers all this. Thanks to its ideal location – the hotel is just a stone's throw from the Murbach Abbey – it's easy to embark on journeys of discovery, both within yourself and within the region and its riches. The Saint-Barnabé Hotel & Spa offers 27 charming and cozy rooms with plenty of finely tuned comfort. In the garden, directly on the banks of a romantic stream, contentment finds its way back into ourselves. Here, guests become aware that a spa is a place of relaxation, meditation, regeneration, and self-discovery. It is based on the approach of the individual as a whole, seeking to rediscover the balance that has sometimes been compromised and lost between body and mind. This takes place here – deliberately staged – in a simple, unpretentious atmosphere, yet with natural materials such as wood, stone, and colors. Water is also a key element in the rituals of our massages, which are inspired by oriental tradition. In the restaurant, warm hospitality and a magnificent knight's armor welcome guests. Was it a robber baron? Or a nobleman? It is the armor of a mounted warrior from the European Middle Ages, offering guests a sense of security. Although no guest is safe from the culinary magic of the Le Jardin des Saveurs restaurant, they are sure to be captivated by the culinary delights of the restaurant. With their highly creative cuisine, Chef David Rochel and his team offer the colorful flavors of the region. The menu, which changes seasonally, offers guests plenty of excitement and culinary delights from a vibrant region. For example, Munster cheese flambéed with Gewürztraminer pomace brandy and roasted pigeon by Monsieur Kieffer. Here, guests can discover a cuisine that exquisitely and with great sensitivity combines flavors and regional, down-to-earth specialties with fine produce from faraway lands. Eric Orban, a former Michelin-starred chef, and his wife Clémence, as owners of this refuge, set the tone with charm and warm hospitality, placing the highest value on healthy and environmentally conscious nutrition. Wherever possible, ingredients are carefully selected from local producers and always sourced fresh daily. Unmistakable: The chemistry between Orban and his chef is harmonious and cultivated with style and passion in everything they do. The team focuses on regional products and plenty of vegetables, but also plays with Asian specialties. Duck liver is typical of the region and forms the centerpiece of my chosen starter. Seductively enhanced with a fruit chutney and a Muscat jelly, the main course of beef fillet combines regional flavors with those of distant lands. Succulent, aromatic, and buttery tender with a subtle hint of Asian spices. It's a perfect showcase of meat. Nothing detracts from its inherent flavor. Delicately colorful vegetables with robust herbal essences from Alsace set the tone. Finally, please, let's have the legendary Munster cheese, flambéed with Gewürztraminer pomace brandy. Unusual, but... for me... a perfect conclusion to a concert of flavors.