A trip to the most beautiful accommodations in Germany
In her book Great Escapes Germany, Angelika Taschen shows that Germany is more than just idyllic half-timbered houses and the hustle and bustle of the big city. With an eye for art history and journalistic precision, she presents extraordinary accommodation that goes far beyond the classic hotel stay. The carefully curated selection ranges from historic townhouses to remote country estates and Bauhaus icons, reflecting the diversity of German hospitality. Architecture, history and travel culture combine to create an inspiring overall work, complemented by texts by Christiane Reiter.
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Between history and design
Places that have a close connection to German cultural and architectural history are particularly exciting. For example, guests can stay in the Bauhaus Dessau Atelierhaus, where the students of the legendary art school once lived, or in the Romantik Hotel Markusturm in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, which is directly adjacent to one of the medieval towers of the old town. Those who prefer classic elegance will find it in the Grand Hotel Heiligendamm, Germany’s oldest seaside resort, or in the former shipping company headquarters Die Reederin in Lübeck. Taschen succeeds in bringing the history of these places to life and linking the architectural features with the cultural context.
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Retreats in nature
In addition to urban hotels, the book also presents accommodation that blends harmoniously into the landscape. The Weinkulturgut Longen-Schlöder in Rhineland-Palatinate, for example, combines viticulture with modern design and invites its guests to relax in the midst of the vineyards. Those wishing to explore the Black Forest can do so from the family-run Hotel Spielweg, while the Berghotel Altes Wallberghaus in Bavaria is an ideal starting point for hikes. The selection reflects the diversity of German nature – from coastal landscapes to alpine heights – and shows how sustainable tourism can be realised in style.
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A book for aesthetes and explorers
With Great Escapes Germany, Angelika Taschen offers much more than a collection of beautiful hotels – she creates a kaleidoscope of German travel culture. The high-quality pages tempt you to let yourself drift, immerse yourself in new worlds and gain new perspectives on familiar places. Whether you are interested in culture, architecture or nature – the book offers something for everyone in search of special experiences. Anyone who enjoys travelling and is looking for unusual accommodation will find what they are looking for here. It’s not just about luxury hotels, but about places with character, history and a deep connection to the respective region.
Data
| Original title | Great Escapes Germany-The Hotel Book |
| Editor | Angelika Taschen |
| Author | Christiane Reiter |
| Publisher | Taschen Verlag |
| Cover | Hardcover |
| Pages | 360 |
| Language | German, English, French |
| Dimensions | 23.8 x 30.2 cm |
| ISBN | 978-3-7544-0067-8 |
| Price | 50 € |
Further information
Further information about the book “Great Escapes Germany – The Hotel Book” (advertising) can be found on the Taschen Verlag website.
Compliance
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