Hotel Halfenstube & Villa Spa 1894

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Hotel Halfenstube & Villa Spa 1894 is set right on the idyllic banks of the Moselle. This four-star-superior hotel has been in the same family for four generations and dates back to 1752. It is ideally located for exploring many nearby destinations, including Cochem. Begin afresh with alkaline fasting, for example, and discover the countryside on a cycle ride along the Moselle. Enjoy one of the loveliest terraces on the Moselle, a relaxing atmosphere, modern rooms and warm, attentive service. Start the day with a generous breakfast, then unwind in the evening over a delicious menu and a glass of regional wine.

The hotel is located between Koblenz and Trier, in Senheim-Senhals, a charming wine-growing village on the Moselle, set amid picturesque vineyards. With its historic half-timbered houses and winding lanes, the village has a distinctive, rustic charm. Senheim is one of the oldest wine-growing villages on the Moselle, with a long tradition of wine production. Walkers and cyclists will find well-maintained routes in and around Senheim, leading to some of the region’s finest viewpoints, including the Moselsteig trail and the Moselle Cycle Route.

Enjoy a generous breakfast buffet (08:00–10:00) at Restaurant Treidelpfad, featuring regional produce such as Hunsrück eggs and country-style liver sausage, as well as grape juice straight from a Moselle winegrower. You can also look forward to fresh fruit salad, tomato and mozzarella, a selection of cheeses and cold meats, homemade chocolate spread and much more. You’re welcome to put together a packed lunch from the breakfast buffet for your day out. Just let a member of the serving team know in advance (at an additional charge). For a light lunch, such as soup or salad, you can dine from 13:30 to 15:00, with homemade cake available until 16:00. Enjoy the unique view from the terrace, whether over a coffee at lunchtime or a glass of wine.

The freshly prepared daily menu is served from 18:00 to 20:00. Vegetarian or fully vegan alternatives are available on request. There is also a daily changing menu featuring regional ingredients such as grapes and red vineyard peaches.

Developed by naturopath Sabine Wacker, this method is based on eating only foods that are alkaline-forming. These include mainly fruit, vegetables, herbs, sprouts, seeds and nuts. By contrast, acid-forming foods such as meat, fish, dairy products, grains, sugar, alcohol and highly processed foods are strictly avoided.

The aim is to rid the body of excess acids, which can be caused by a stressful lifestyle, an unhealthy diet or other pressures. Excess acidity is often associated with various complaints, including tiredness, skin problems, digestive issues and joint pain. By consciously avoiding acid-forming foods and eating alkaline foods, the acid–base balance is brought back into equilibrium, allowing the body to regenerate. One of the main advantages of the Wacker method is that you do not have to give up solid food while fasting, making this form of fasting practical for everyday life.

The spa is set in the wine cellar of Villa Spa, a building dating back to 1894, and is just a few metres away across the road. The sauna area invites you to unwind with three saunas—a Finnish sauna, a bio sauna and a steam room—as well as a relaxing relaxation room. Massages and beauty treatments are also available for an additional charge. The sense of relaxation continues outside at Villa Spa, where the surrounding garden offers further places to rest. Slippers are available from reception on request. Products: Babor.

Summer sauna: 12:00 to 19:00
Winter sauna: 12:00 to 18:00
(Opening times may vary)

Unwind in the outdoor pool, which measures a generous 5 x 20 m. Sun loungers, a Maxibar and a pool house with a shower and toilet are available. Yoga is also usually offered twice a week.

Nature lovers can explore the surrounding area on well-marked walking and cycling routes, while the Moselsteig trail rewards hikers with impressive views. If you prefer a gentler pace, discover the Moselle by boat or canoe and enjoy the scenery from the water. For an additional charge, you can book a three-hour Moselle cruise, including a wine tasting, directly at the hotel. There is plenty to discover here culturally, too. Alongside historic buildings such as the old Senheim church, nearby castles—including Eltz Castle and Reichsburg Cochem—and other regional attractions offer an engaging change of scene. Golfers will also find excellent facilities in the area: the Cochem Golf Club, with its 27-hole course on the Moselle plateau, 18-hole Moselle course, 9-hole Eifel course, driving range and indoor golf simulator, is just a few kilometres away.

You are welcome to borrow a Halfenstube Moselrefugium rucksack, hiking poles or Nordic walking poles from the hotel.