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schanz. restaurant. in Piesport, at Bahnhofstraße 8a on the Middle Moselle, earned its third Michelin star in the 2026 guide and serves modern French cuisine in a family-run guesthouse.
Thomas Schanz opened the restaurant in his parents' guesthouse about 15 years ago and has cooked there ever since. He trained with three-star chefs before returning home, and the kitchen keeps close to the French classics. Signature plates include a truffle foam served in the egg and a foie gras gratiné built as a tower. The Schlemmer Atlas awards the restaurant five Kochlöffel (2026) for its French haute cuisine.
The wine list holds around 500 selections, with a strong focus on Moselle wines alongside French bottles. Sommelier Janine Löwenberg designs the pairings for the menu, which runs four to six courses. The dining room uses warm materials and clean lines, and the staff are known for their natural warmth.
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Bright and elegant restaurant with breathtaking French haute cuisine under the direction of Thomas Schanz. The menu features foie gras, turbot, and lobster, along with a traditional wine shop.
Concept The grounded tradition of the Moselle region meets modern French finesse: 15 years ago, Thomas Schanz added a world-class restaurant to his parents' guesthouse, where he has been cooking ever since with quiet confidence. Menu available in 4 to 6 courses. Culinary Style The iconic truffle egg stands as a prime example of Schanz’s penchant for subtle perfection: each course testifies to delicate structure, aromatic depth, and flawless balance. The foie gras gratiné-ciel (skyscraper) impresses with architectural precision, while grapefruit, pastis, and Gouda lend the liver unexpected depth. The gratinated coal fish shines with lightness and clarity, while the carabinero prawns with piglet trotters unfold sensual-smoky contrasts. The quail in a mushroom mantle embodies classic elegance, and the vacherin glacé with raspberry and wood sorrel concludes the menu with freshness and botanical zest. Wine The list (500 selections) is a tribute to the Moselle, complemented by French wines. Meticulously curated wine pairing by sommelier Janine Löwenberg. Atmosphere Warm materials and clean lines create an ambiance that feels both relaxed and focused. Service characterized by natural warmth. Verdict An understated fine-dining restaurant that needs no pomp to impress.
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