Die Sonne Frankenberg First Class

Your Hotel

☀ The Hotel Die Sonne Frankenberg is surrounded by many historic half-timbered houses in the heart of the old town of Frankenberg, directly at the market square. Thus, it is the ideal starting point for hiking or cycling tours, for example to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Kellerwald National Park or the picturesque Edersee. Within walking distance, the Thonet Museum and various rustic cafes invite you to linger and rest.

Location & Surroundings

The home of the Brothers Grimm has much to offer: The Ederbergland is ideal for a discovery tour by car, bicycle or on foot. There are plenty of hiking routes for everyone - whether through the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Kellerwald, around Lake Edersee or to the Hohenäcker quarry, the former brickwork. There are also various leisure activities for young and old in the near vicinity. From golf to sailing and diving over to the Waldecker mountain railroad, Frankenberg offers a unique travel experience. Marburg is about 35 km and Frankfurt airport about 138 km away.

How You Reside

60 rooms and suites with sunny colors and loving details, all equipped with bathtub and/or shower, WC, bathrobe, slippers, hairdryer, cable TV, minibar, safe, air conditioning and Wi-Fi. Classic (approx. 20-23 sqm) mainly with a view of the inner courtyard. Superior (approx. 25-28 sqm) partly with balcony and view to the historic "Untermarkt". Noblesse (approx. 27-32 sqm) partly with view to the old town. Single rooms are double rooms for single use. Handicapped accessible rooms are available. Lift.

Dining & Leisure

The hotel's two restaurants showcase the region's culinary diversity: The SonneStuben restaurant has been awarded a Bib Gourmand and shines with amazing taste experiences in a relaxed atmosphere. Mainly regional specialties made from fresh and seasonal ingredients from the Ederbergland are served. 1x a week (mostly Mon.) the hotel organizes a tapas evening (for a fee). Rich breakfast from the buffet until 10:30 am. Half board in the SonneStuben restaurant with 4-course gourmet menu in the evening, also vegetarian food (other dietary costs on request, with prior notice). In the gourmet restaurant Philipp Soldan (open Thu.-Sun., extra charge, payment on arrival), awarded with one star in the Guide Michelin and 17 points in Gault Millau, enjoy a nature-oriented and creative cuisine - a combination of traditional, regional products and modern dishes.

Baked goods are sourced fresh daily from an organic baker, eggs & pasta from an organic farm and meat from a local butcher in organic quality.

Wellness & Spa

Recreation purely in the SonneSpa  (from 16 years, Wed.-Sun. 9-18 o'clock)  on approx. 1000 square meters in the 1001 night ambience with sauna (approx. 90°C) , Sanarium (approx. 60°C), steam bath (approx. 45°C), dipping basin, Wellnessbad (approx. 33°C), Hamam and rest area among other things with waterbed couches . Naturopathic therapy with holistic approaches as well as spa treatments (Wed.-Sun. 9am-6pm) by excellently trained pampering experts appeal to all the senses and lead to complete relaxation. The massages, peelings, baths and packs are largely based on natural regional products such as honey, oils or herbs. Products e.g. of the brand Barbor, the men's care series Ebony and the body line Vitalis by Dr. Joseph. Fitness room (daily 8-19:30).

For the use of the hamam an official daily test result is required.

Free Time

The ideal location of the hotel invites you to extensive hiking and biking tours in the surroundings of Frankenberg. Hiking backpacks, filled with culinary food and optionally beer or wine and an activity map with helpful tips, can be rented for a fee (approx. € 49 p.p.) at the hotel on site. In addition, the hotel provides e-bikes for a fee (approx. € 39 per day), hiking or biking maps on site. To discover North Hesse is also suitable for the MeineCardPlus. With this up to 140 leisure offers including the public means of transport can be used.

Kellerwald: The low mountain range Kellerwald located in Northern Hesse is home to one of the largest German beech forest areas and is known for the approx. 600 km² large Naturpark Kellerwald-Edersee - the only national park of Hesse. Registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011, its vast beech forests, genuine primeval forest remnants, stony slopes and countless streams invite visitors to hike, explore and relax.

Getting There

TRAIN To Marburg, about 35 km. Train prices on request. Transfer from Marburg station: Fit recommends a cab, approx. € 80 per car/route.

Nearby Airports
Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) : (approx. 138 km / 100 minutes)

Additional information

Parking space/underground garage: included. Children: (0-11,9 yrs) 100% discount, (12-15,9 yrs) € 39 per BB, (from 17 yrs) € 49 per BB. Children only possible in Superior or Noblesse rooms. Pets: approx. € 25 per day, with prior notice.

Please note: There are no treatments at the SonneSpa on Mondays and Tuesdays, Sundays between 10-14 hrs. In the period from mid-February to the end of March 2023, there will probably be restrictions in the opening hours of the spa area (Fri.-Sun. 9am-6pm). Extended opening hours may apply in case of high demand. 

Please note that renovation works in the meeting area and reconstruction of the reception will take place from 22 January 2023. The renovation is expected to last until the end of April and noise disturbance is expected to be light as it is mainly painting work as well as wiring. The work will take place during the week during the day (8am-6pm). On Saturdays and Sundays there shall be no disturbance/noisy works. During the renovation, the reception will be moved to a separate part of the building and will be accessed through a separate entrance. There shall be no other restrictions.

Good to Know

Sonne Frankenberg is making a sustainable commitment to the environment - with your help! With the "Sonne Explorer Pass" you have the opportunity to collect points for your sporting activities. For every collected point you present at the hotel, a tree will be planted. For biking you get one point for every 5 kilometers you ride. You can receive the pass on request at the reception.