König Max Suite
Hotel Hirschen Schwarzenberg
Schwarzenberg, Austria
A 1755 inn in Schwarzenberg, Bregenzerwald, where a Michelin Green Star restaurant, art-filled rooms, and a Piet Oudolf garden compose what the hotel calls the Showroom for the Good Life.
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Uniqueness
Twenty-six rooms line the corridors of an inn that has stood in Schwarzenberg since 1755. Each one holds original art, local woodcraft, and stories from the Bregenz Forest. The grand dining hall, subtly renovated in 2018, still carries the weight of centuries. Downstairs, a fermentation cellar and ham hammam hum with quiet industry.
The Hirschen calls itself the Showroom for the Good Life. That phrase is not decoration. It is a manifesto, a belief that beauty, pleasure, and human connection shape how people live. Characters meet here. Some work, others arrive as guests, and sometimes leave as friends. Time gives things quality, the hotel insists. They are in it for the long game.
Activities at Hotel Hirschen Schwarzenberg
The Bregenzerwald valley surrounds Hotel Hirschen Schwarzenberg with meadows, forests, and distinctive wooden architecture. Schwarzenberg sits at the heart of this cultural landscape, a starting point for walking through villages known for their vernacular craft. The scenic Bodele pass road climbs from the valley floor with views across the region. Bregenz, the regional capital on Lake Constance, hosts the Bregenzer Festspiele, and the hotel runs a dedicated arrangement for the festival season. Landbus Line 830 connects Schwarzenberg Dorfplatz directly to Bregenz.
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Gastronomy
Fermentation is the cornerstone of flavour at Restaurant Hirschen. Head chefs Jonathan and Raphaela Burger build menus around age-old preservation techniques, drawing ingredients from Bregenzerwald producers they call friends. A dedicated fermentation cellar and ham hammam sit below the dining room, supplying the kitchen year-round.
Lunch runs Tuesday through Saturday. Dinner service follows from six. Sundays and Mondays bring a simpler bistro menu. Between meals, the Pastry Chef of the Year serves snacks and cakes. Kasspatze, the Bregenzerwald cheese dumpling, holds a permanent place on the table. The grand dining hall dates to the early twentieth century. Its 2018 renovation kept every surface honest.
Michelin Green Star
Fine Dining
Foraged & Wild
Seasonal
Local Cuisine
Handmade
Chef-centric
Atmosphere & Setting
Rustic
Recognition
Wellness
The Hirschen Spa, Bathhouse, Pool and Garden opened in May 2024. The garden surrounding the bathhouse draws on planting principles by Piet Oudolf, the Dutch gardener known for the High Line in New York. Inside, a sauna, pool, and relaxation areas spread across the new building.
The Bathrobe Bar is the social heart of the spa. Guests pull a bottle from the wine cabinet and settle into conversation. It is a detail that fits the Hirschen philosophy exactly, pleasure earned through slowness, shared among characters who happen to meet. Treatments are available by appointment.
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Finnish Sauna
Sustainability at Hotel Hirschen Schwarzenberg
Restaurant Hirschen holds a Michelin Green Star, awarded for sustainable gastronomy. The kitchen sources from a tight network of Bregenzerwald farmers and producers. Fermentation, by nature, is a practice of preservation, extending seasonal ingredients far beyond their harvest.
The hotel's broader philosophy leans toward longevity over short-term gain. They describe themselves as being in it for the long game. Rooms are furnished with durable local woodcraft. The 2024 spa garden follows Piet Oudolf planting methods that favour perennial, low-maintenance species adapted to the Bregenzerwald climate.
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Rooms
Hotel Hirschen Schwarzenberg offers 11 accommodation types.
Loft
A loft-style accommodation with kitchenette bar and described as having 'great views'; referenced in image caption as 'Loft mit Küchenzeile, Bar und großartigen Aussichten'.
Duplex Suite
A split-level suite that adds a more residential feel and greater privacy than the standard rooms. The duplex layout makes it distinct, with the sleeping and living areas arranged across two levels. It is listed at approximately 40 m² and…
Balcony Suite
An iconic suite distinguished by its private balcony and generous proportions, making it especially appealing for guests who value outdoor space and views. The suite is listed at around 40 m² and is described by the hotel as a standout…
King Max Suite
The most distinctive historical suite category, notable for its ceiling painting from 1812 and its especially representative character. It is larger than the other main-house suites and is positioned as a prestige option for guests seeking a memorable stay with…
Suite - Small
A modern suite in the Wälderhaus, created as part of the newer accommodation concept behind the main building. The design is lighter and more contemporary than the historic inn rooms, and the suite includes a kitchenette for a more independent…
Classic Double Room
A compact, traditional room in the historic inn, designed for guests who want a straightforward and comfortable stay in the Bregenzerwald. The room is sized for two and emphasizes the hotel’s classic house style rather than apartment-like space. It is…
Suite - Medium+
A larger version of the modern Wälderhaus suite concept, suited to small families or groups of up to four. It expands the same contemporary style and kitchenette-based living format while adding extra sleeping capacity. The category is listed at around…
Suite - Large
The largest standard suite category in the Wälderhaus, designed for guests wanting substantial living space and a high level of comfort. Its apartment-like proportions make it especially suitable for longer stays or for travelers who prefer room to spread out.…
Suite - The Loft
A loft-style suite with an open, modern character and flexible sleeping arrangements for up to four guests. It is designed to feel airy and contemporary, with the same kitchenette concept found in the other Wälderhaus suites. At around 70 m²,…
Superior Double Room
A more spacious double room in the historic building, offering a step up in comfort and room volume from the classic category. This room is suited to couples who want additional space while staying in the original inn atmosphere. It…
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Since 1755, the Hirschen has been looking forward to what comes next. Book a room in Schwarzenberg and see for yourself.
www.hotel-hirschen-bregenzerwald.at/en/hotel
Hof 14, 6867 Schwarzenberg, Austria
info@hirschenschwarzenberg.at
+43 5512 29 44
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