Chef Andreas Krainer has transformed Styrian gastronomy into a thoughtful exploration of flavour, creativity, and tradition. His Wald & Heimat tasting menu features carefully selected ingredients from the region’s forests, mountains, and farms, creating dishes that pay homage to the area’s heritage. By collaborating with local farmers, Krainer highlights seasonal produce and slow food principles, ensuring every plate reflects his dedication to sustainability. With bold reinterpretations of classic recipes, his cuisine invites guests to experience the rich, natural flavours of the Styrian Mürztal in a completely new way.

The Hochsteiermark area is a great starting point for excursions. Nearby Langenwang, you’ll find Peter Rosegger’s Waldheimat, ‘forest home’ to a local poet. If you enjoy hiking, you’ll surely appreciate the Schneealm or the Rax. For family skiing, travel to Niederalpl and Veitsch. Our cultural recommendations include the Brahms Museum, the Südbahn (railway), and the Museum in Mürzzuschlag. For shopping local delicacies, you can go to St. Kathrein/Hauenstein for Almbauer goat cheese, the Quester fishery in Mariazell, or the Zemanek herb farm in Fischbach.