La Vallée Verte

High quality cooking

Between Bad Hersfeld and Eisenach, nestled in a wild and romantic natural landscape, lies Castle Hohenhaus – a place to relax, slow down, and enjoy a creative menu.

Concept The Green Valley Awakens: The nation's most intimate gourmet restaurant has opened in the exquisitely restored Hohenhaus Castle, led by a head chef with lofty ambitions. Culinary Style Alexander Mayer already won over numerous fans at Hamburg’s Hotel Atlantic with his fusion of French classics and Asian flavors. Now, he stages a grand culinary opera using the exceptional produce from the North Hessian region. From game hunted in the dense surrounding forests, to Fulda caviar, to the hotel’s own mountain sheep, Mayer’s creations are meticulously plated and intensely aromatic in a way rarely seen domestically. Standouts include a kale velouté paired with a boudin noir croquette and Desietra caviar, and roe deer from local Hohenhaus hunts, served both as a modern take on Beef Wellington and as a fragrant, cinnamon-spiced ragout. Wine Host Yvo Struckmeyer brings extensive expertise from the Rhinegau’s historic castles to guide guests through the establishment’s impressive wine list, which boasts remarkable vintage depth across German and French selections. The prices are remarkably approachable—a welcome trait that could be more common in Germany. Ambiance Aperitifs are served in the entrance hall, while the main dining room features wooden floors, crisp white linens, and a stunning historical pictorial wallpaper. Guests can also enjoy lovely views overlooking the beech valley. Verdict One of the country’s finest gourmet destinations is being reborn.