Schloss Elmau

Schloss Elmau is a legendary luxury cultural retreat and spa destination set at 1,000 metres elevation in the Elmau Valley, between the Zugspitze and Karwendel mountains near Krün in Bavaria, Germany. Across its two hotel properties, the resort operates six specialised spas featuring nine pools in total, including the adults-only Badehaus Spa with rooftop infinity pools overlooking the Alps, a 500-square-metre Oriental Hamam, and the Shantigiri Spa with authentic Japanese Onsen. Three additional family-friendly spa environments ensure the wellness offering is inclusive across all guests. Beyond the water facilities, Schloss Elmau is renowned for its holistic programming encompassing yoga, pilates, qigong, dance retreats, and Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies led by internationally recognised practitioners. The distinctive atmosphere of silence, rushing mountain streams, and pristine alpine nature make it one of the world's most inspiring settings for spiritual and physical renewal, seamlessly blending cultural depth with world-class wellness.