High on a sunlit plateau in the Dolomites, Naturhotel Pfösl offers a rare kind of luxury — authenticity, sustainability, and the raw essence of the mountains.
Set on a sun-drenched high plateau in Deutschnofen, cradled by the towering peaks of the Dolomites, Naturhotel Pfösl is surrounded by lush meadows and dense forest. It’s a refuge from the everyday — a place where guests fall back into rhythm with nature and, in the process, rediscover something in themselves.
A House Built on Hospitality and Authenticity
The hosts behind Pfösl — Eva and Brigitte Zelger, together with Daniel Mahlknecht — bring more than a passion for this extraordinary place; they bring a deep, lived connection to the natural world around it. That philosophy runs through every corner of the hotel, from the regional kitchen to the thoughtfully composed wellness offerings.
Nature, Up Close
One of the hotel’s quiet signatures is its abundant use of herbs — not merely as seasoning, but as part of a larger, more holistic experience. In the hotel’s own herb gardens, guests can touch, smell, and taste the plants firsthand, watching as these natural treasures make their way from garden to kitchen to spa. It’s an experience that builds real appreciation for nature, woven into the very concept of the hotel.
Sustainability here isn’t an afterthought — it’s structural. The hotel’s permaculture garden supplies fresh vegetables and rare heirloom crops while doubling as a living case study in sustainable farming, showing guests what a genuinely balanced relationship between people and land can look like. The surrounding landscape, meanwhile, offers ample space for both adventure and stillness, deepening that connection further still.
Cuisine sits at the heart of the hotel’s “Regeneration 360°” concept. Executive chef Reinhard Daverda builds his menus around a seasonal, vital, and deliberately conscious approach — food that leans alkaline and plant-forward, rich in the minerals and nutrients that support genuine wellbeing.
The kitchen draws heavily on herbs and vegetables grown on-site through the warmer months, while most other ingredients come from local South Tyrolean producers, farmers, and small manufacturers — a choice that shrinks the hotel’s carbon footprint while supporting the regional economy. The result is a kitchen that is both ecologically sound and genuinely excellent, delivering full-flavored indulgence without losing sight of its resources.
Rest and Movement at Naturhotel Pfösl
Relaxation is taken seriously at Pfösl. The naturaspa, in particular, promises lightness and renewed energy after a day spent outdoors. Eight saunas — including lavender, alpine herb, and mountain pine varieties — deliver steam-filled comfort in every direction. The spa’s centerpiece is a 25-meter outdoor infinity pool with sweeping views from the Rosengarten across the Latemar to the Schlern, its saline water held at a constant 35 degrees year-round to ease tired muscles and joints — the true heart of the hotel’s 360° regeneration concept.
Pfösl Eco Lofts: A Different Way to Stay
Among the hotel’s standout offerings are the Pfösl Eco Lofts, panoramic accommodations set within the hotel’s regeneration 360° garden landscape, planted with alpine flora and fragrant herbs. A newly built plunge pool, a network of flowing water features, and secluded natural nooks invite guests to slow down. The panoramic bio-pool completes the picture with a fully sustainable swimming experience — biological, close to nature, and entirely free of chemical treatment.
Balance and Regeneration
Pfösl places real emphasis on guests’ physical and mental equilibrium, aiming for a kind of relaxation that outlasts the stay itself. Yoga, meditation, stretching, and mindfulness sessions round out the gentler side of the regeneration program, offering both beginners and seasoned practitioners something to carry back into daily life. From guided mountain-bike rides and hikes to unhurried afternoons in the infinity pool or the naturaspa’s saunas, Pfösl strikes a considered balance between activity and rest — a place to take in the mountains fully while doing something good for yourself along the way.
More information on Naturhotel Pfösl is available at: www.pfoesl.it
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