Hotel Ritter Durbach
Wine-forward wellness retreat with a philosophical twist — the hotel calls itself 'The Meaning Hotel®', which means mindfulness coaching and breathwork sit alongside spa treatments and gourmet dinners. Comfortable and contemporary, not flashy or stuffy.
Book directly to get the half-board rate of €65 per person (vs. €75 public rate) for the 4-course Makidan dinner
Why It Matters
An operating inn since 1656 that's evolved into a serious wine-and-wellness destination. The Makidan restaurant has a strong local reputation. The vintage car fleet is genuinely fun. And the 4 Wellness Stars designation isn't handed out casually — the Ritter Spa genuinely earned it.
One of Germany's oldest inns, Hotel Ritter Durbach has been serving guests since 1656, and today it's a seriously polished 4-star superior property in the heart of Black Forest wine country. The architecture is a patchwork of centuries — a historic main building blended with a sleek 2014 extension — and the interiors follow suit, mixing warm traditional character with clean contemporary design. The whole property orbits around three big ideas: wine (it's on the Baden Wine Route, surrounded by Durbach's famous steep vineyards), food (the Makidan restaurant serves ambitious, daily-changing Black Forest soul food under head chef Jan Hoffmann), and wellness (a 1,200 sqm spa with four saunas, a pool, and wine-based treatments).
Where You'll Stay
11 room types available
Comfort PLUS Room
From EUR171 / nightSpacious 35 sqm rooms with a 180 cm king-size bed and a proper seating area with canapé and armchair. Good for single travelers, couples, or families via connecting door. Bathroom has shower and, in some rooms, a bathtub.
180 cm king · 35 sqmComfort Room
From EUR135 / night26 sqm with a reading chair or seating area. Available as a family room with connecting door. Comes with a 180 cm double or twin bed, flat-screen TV, sound system, air conditioning, minibar, safe, and double washbasin. Some have a bathtub.
180 cm double or twin · 26 sqmEconomy PLUS Room
From EUR122 / night20–26 sqm rooms with vineyard or courtyard views. 180 cm bed, seating area, desk, and shower bathroom. Some have lovely natural light, some are quieter and more tucked away.
180 cm double or twin · 23 sqmEconomy Room
From EUR116 / night17 sqm rooms with vineyard or courtyard views. 180 cm bed (also available as twin), seating area, desk, and shower bathroom. Great value for the location.
180 cm double or twin · 17 sqmMaisonette Spa Suite with Sauna
From EUR396 / night60 sqm spread across two floors. Living area with optional sofa bed downstairs, sleeping area with 200 x 210 cm bed upstairs. Sauna, relaxation area with fireplace, whirlpool bath, spa shower, and a terrace. Sleeps 1–4 people.
200 x 210 cm double · 60 sqmMaisonette Suite with Outdoor Sauna
From EUR509 / night70 sqm over two floors, the flagship suite. Lower floor: living area with sofa corner. Upper floor: spacious bedroom (200 x 210 cm bed) plus a dedicated meditation room and terrace with outdoor sauna. Full bathroom with shower and bathtub. Sleeps 1–4.
200 x 210 cm double · 70 sqmMaisonette Suite with Two Bedrooms
From EUR336 / night70 sqm across two floors with two bedrooms (each with en-suite bathroom) and a living area with optional sofa bed. Master bedroom has a 200 x 210 cm bed, second bedroom has a 180 x 210 cm bed. Perfect for families or two couples.
200 x 210 cm (master), 180 x 210 cm (second) · 70 sqmRitter Spa Suite with Outdoor Sauna
From EUR360 / nightThe top-of-the-range suite with 70 sqm inside plus a 40 sqm roof terrace — and an outdoor sauna on that terrace. The hotel's best views over Durbach and the vineyards. 180 cm double bed, living area with sofa bed option, desk, and a proper luxurious bathroom. Sleeps 1–4.
180 cm double · 70 sqmSingle Room
From EUR89 / nightCompact 14 sqm room for solo travelers. Comes with a 140–160 cm bed, flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, and sound system. Simple, clean, and well-equipped — just small.
140–160 cm single/double · 14 sqmSpa Suite PLUS with Sauna
From EUR351 / night70 sqm for two. Luxurious private spa setup with a sauna, fireplace, whirlpool bath, and terrace. After a session in the sauna, you can relax by the fire or soak in the whirlpool. 200 x 210 cm double bed.
200 x 210 cm double · 70 sqmSpa Suite with Sauna
From EUR243 / night60 sqm over one floor — the entry-level spa suite. Features a private sauna and fireplace you can see from both the sleeping and relaxation areas. Whirlpool bath, 200 x 210 cm double bed, parquet flooring, two flat-screen TVs, and a small terrace.
200 x 210 cm double · 60 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Annual classic car rally in January over three days in the Black Forest. Unique stages, driving tests, culinary highlights. Open to teams with a classic car.
3D projection mapping dining experience where miniature animated chefs are projected onto the table while a multi-course menu is served. Theatrical and genuinely fun.
A 1963 Mercedes Benz O 319 vintage bus for groups. Conference table inside, panoramic windows, and a sense of theatre. Bookable for wine tastings, corporate events, or group excursions.
Cellar tour at the local Durbacher Winzer cooperative every Wednesday at 3pm from April to October. Sparkling wine and three top wines, no registration required.
A self-guided sensory wine tasting with QR codes and info cards — compare white, red, and rosé with background knowledge on production. Daily, in the hotel.
Focuses on Durbach's steep vineyard terroir — three wine examples showing how site influences taste. Daily, in the hotel.
Individual training session with a personal trainer, tailored to your needs and goals. Available year-round.
Hotel packs a gourmet picnic basket for your excursion — into the vineyards at sunset or on a classic car tour. Seasonal, April–October.
One-to-one yoga with an instructor. Asanas, meditation, and breathwork tailored to your level. Year-round, 60 minutes.
Included pilates class every Tuesday 11–11:45am. Holistic full-body workout focused on core strength.
Included stretch and relaxation session every Wednesday 6–6:45pm. Relieves tension and maintains flexibility.
Included yoga classes for hotel guests. Monday 6–7pm and Friday 11am–noon. Meeting point: hotel lobby.
A 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 with 127 hp. The most spirited of the fleet for those wanting proper Italian driving pleasure through the Black Forest.
An electric Fiat 500e for quiet, zero-emission exploration of the Ortenau region. Pink and Italian — stands out in the vineyards.
A 1966 Porsche 356 Speedster Replica (based on the 1956 model) with 84 hp. Self-drive through the vineyards and Black Forest. Named after James Dean.
A 1966 VW Beetle convertible with 34 hp. Cosy, romantic, and slow enough to actually look at the vineyards.
Included breathwork session every Saturday 10–11am. Targeted breathing techniques for stress release and inner clarity.
A uniquely Ritter experience: mindfulness exercises, yoga, conscious breathing, and guided meditation alternating with short forest and vineyard walks. Exclusively bookable.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Available in partnership with myvelo Oberkirch, organized through hotel reception.
Five meeting rooms for conferences, seminars, and private celebrations.
Attached winery with silent wine tastings and wine cellar. Wines exclusively from Durbach producers.
Included in all stays — a Ritter Spa bag with bathrobe and towel.
Free public transport card for the region, included in all stays.
Pet-friendly rooms available on request. Contact hotel when booking.
Paid shuttle from Offenburg ICE station. Must be arranged 72 hours in advance.
Includes Finnish sauna, steam bath, and multiple relaxation areas within the Ritter Spa.
Full-service spa with 5 saunas and steam baths, indoor pool, whirlpool, sun terrace, spa library, tea lounge, fireplace relaxation area. 4 Wellness Stars rated.
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