History
Originally there was a farmhouse, called Harrerhof, which was built in 1832. The corresponding property then reached from Hörnlewald, the forest on the foot of the mountain Hörnle, accross the roads called Harrer- and Hainerstrasse, to what is now called Alpenhof across the road Fallerstrasse down to what is now Schillingsweg and ended at the bridge over the canyon.
In the 1980s, the current hotel Schillingshof was built in new buildings.
In 1897 the owner sold the farmhouse and the property to Dr. Eugen Schilling, founder and manager of the gasworks of Augsburg. The farmhouse became Schillingshof and was in the beginning the summer residence of the Schillings’ clan, who lived in Munich.
After the end of the First World War, the Schilling family finally moved to Bad Kohlgrub. Eugen Schilling dedicated himself to his estate Schillingshof, music and especially painting. Over time, guest rooms were created in the Hofstatt, which were rented out to so-called “summer visitors”.
But by skiing becoming a leisure activity, increasingly guests have also been accommodated in wintertime. Eugen Schilling died on July 4th in 1941 in Bad Kohlgrub and found his last rest in the bell tower of the Paulus church (protestant church) in Bad Kohlgrub.
In the postwar period of World War II, his widow Thekla Schilling, née von Tubeuf, accommodated all surviving relatives with their families (Hainer, Keilmann and Bestelmeyer) at the Schillingshof until she divided the entire estate into three parts in 1949.
The two granddaughters, Hertha Keilmann (née Bulle) and Erika Bestelmeyer (née Bulle) each received a building plot on the current Schillingsweg and a forest plot on the Hörnle. The largest share of land on the farm/guesthouse went to the granddaughter Ingeborg Göricke (née Hainer).
In 1952 the farm house was extended for the first time and rooms for the first mud treatments were built against it. From this year on in every winter new buildings have been constructed or already existing buildings extended. By this time Bad Kohlgrub had become a well-known health resort and attracted a great number of visitors.
Hotel Schillingshof in the 1980th
In 1981 Frau Göricke (neé Hainer) sold Schillingshof and part of the property. The new owner was Mr. Willi O Hoffmann, former president of FC Bayern München, who took the modern Hausherrenmodell (tax beneficial scheme for building residential properties) for the real estate.
He sold the house that had evolved to a considerable spa hotel in the meantime to Accor Hotel Group. It was run as spa hotel Schillingshof quasi „white-label”.
In 1987 Dieter Müller became the new owner. Schillingshof together with two other resorthotels were the first hotels and the beginning of the successful Hotel Group ASTRON Hotels with a recent result of 60 houses in Germany and other Europe. Hotel Schillingshof developed in a prosperous spa and congress hotel.
After ASTRON HOTELS had been sold to the Spanish Hotel Group NH Hotels in 2002 Hotel Schillingshof remained property of Mr. Müller, it became part of the new Motel One Hotel Group and was thoroughly renovated and furnished with care.
Schillingshof today
Today the property is fully privately owned again.
In the course of a „Management buy out” the couple Patricia and Randolf Thomas were able to acquire Schillingshof. Now it is again a family managed hotel focusing on active and conference sectors.
Hiking
You can get a different view of the enchanting landscape and enjoy it. AroundBad Kohlgrub are 90 kilometres of walking trails, above all the hiking tou to the “Hörnle”, the closest mountain to Bad Kohlgrub which is right infront of the door. From there you will have a fantastic view sometimes youcan even see far up to the city of Munich and its surroundings and also to te mountain Zugspitze. Walking is one of the most beautiful ways to enjoy nature, during all seasons. In spring you can see the rebirth of wildlife, in sumer experience the long warm days in pleasant mountain air, the wonderfl play of colours and the splendid panoramic view in autumn, or in winter “a dream in white“.
As the Ammergau Alps are member of the association “Best of Hiking“ there are GPS trails, a variety of good precise maps and plenty of unspoiled nature . What about a hiking tour to Schleierfälle or Scheibum for instance. Just discover the splendid view f the Ammergauer Wiesmahdweg or walk along the “Kraftwege” ways of power, a nature experience which also stimulates your spirit.
Hike through the Ammergau Alps. Just ask and we can help you plan your tours or organize a guided tour for you.
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Oberammergau Passionsspielort, Kloster Ettal und mehr
You ca find a number of world famous sights close to Hotel Schillingshof.Oberammergau – a broad range of culture and tradition, a successful mixture of love to the own country and cosmopolitan hospitality, where the masterly traditional Bavarian freco paintings , prosperous arts and crafts, cosy restaurants and cafés are a temptation to stop.
The Passion of Christ is a cultural inheritage
Up to a vow every ten years the inhabitants of Oberammergau perform the renowned Passion Play for the first time in 1634. The next Passion Play will take place in 2020 (By the way in 2010 about 2500 of 5300 residents participated on and behind the stage, among them 500children).
Creative flair in Oberammergau – Let yourself be enchanted.
Abbey of Ettal
The famous Abbey of Ettal a Benedictine Abbey, which was founded in 1330 by the Emperor Ludwig of avaria is only 15 km from Bad Kohlgrub. The minster is an imposant domed structure from the 18th century. The Schaukäserei, a cheese dairy to watch, just next to the Abbey is also worth to be visited. You can try and eat delicious cheese, yoghurt and curd cheese made of the high quality milk from the region.
Surrounding area of Hotel Schillingshof
There is plenty to discover: Bad Baiersoien, our neighbouring village with the idyllic lake called Soier See, Unterammergau the village of grindstone makers and carvers, charming Graswangtal, Murnau and te Staffelsee, The Pilgrimage church of Wies, one of the most gorgeous churches of Bavaria in baroque style, the monastery of Wessobrunn in the midst of Pfaffenwinkel, the castles of Ludwig II and many many more.
Discovering the places of power
Der Zeitberg – The mountain of time
During a relaxing trip to the top of the Zeitbrg by the overhead railway to the mountain Hörrnle you can leave everday life far behind and “under” you. In the different time zones (stations on the circular trail) in the Hörnle area you can enjoy a great view and tranquility. Either on the seats of the world number one 3D atural movie, or in the reading corner, or on a massage lounger or in a mud bath.
Ammer Springs
Its mainly water of the Linder seeping away in the West of Graswang that comes to the surface as so called plunge pools, rising bubbling water holes. It doesn’t take long and the spring fed pools turn into two little brooks which unite to the little river Ammer “Kleine Ammer”, which then winds in various loops over the low moorland of the Ettal basin. In the wide stream bed of the big river Ammer “Große Ammer” it then flows into the North.
Fatima Chapel
There is a small gem on the heights above the village Saulgrub. From there you can overlook the complete northern Ammer Valley. This small votive chapel was built by Josef Leismüller. When in 1939 as a young man he had to take part in the second World War, He vowed to build a chapel in the case of coming back fom the war in good health. After 5 years as a prisoner of war in Minsk he came back home to Saulgrub.
Another 4 years later he went on Pilgrimage to the Portuguese pilgrimage church Fatima. From there he took a statue of “Our Lady of Fatima” to Saulgrub. He stood up to his oath now and started together with a mason who was his friend to build Fatima Chapel hich was consecrated on 12th of September in 1954.
Rochusfeld
During the course of ages changing climatic conditions formed first the low moorlands with moss, grasses, bushes and trees. Plants didn’t rot in the oxyen-deprived and acid water of the lakes left by the glaciers but turn to peat. The lakes gradually silted up and the mud grew layer by layer. At all times the inhabitants of Bad Kohlgrub have been usin the mud according to their purposes. In former times the mud and turf pieces had only been used as heatng material. But since 1870 the precious mud had become a remedy because of its natural healing effect.
The mud’ s integral healing power animates metabolism and blood circulation, acts on hormone regulation, strengthens immune defense and ensures deep relaxation.
Scheibum – Gap of Ammer
About 120.000 years ago (top moraine area) after leaving the Alps the Ammer found its way to the North. By this a fascinating gorge of the Ammer has been formed. It is situated between Altnau and Peißenberg. Here, approximately 15 km from its source, the river created this impressive gap in the rock called Scheibum, which is 600 m in length and up to 80 m deep. I has already been under nature protection since 1949. That’s why the Valley of the Ammer is one of the most beautiful and most natural finish river valleys in the Northern limestonealps.
Soier See (A lake)
The moorland water of the lake is gentle to the skin and good for the body. The little lake is situated in Bad Bayersoien, a mud spa. It heats up quickly in spring and even in summer it’s never overcrowded.
The nature trail around the lake is a highlight for the young. But not only children but also adults can learn a lot of willife in a playful way while swimming and njoying the sun.
On the south side of “Soier See” there is the bathing area with a kiosk, a large lawn for sunbathing and boat rentals.
Panorama-swimming pool & sauna
Whether for relaxing or for active sports, our sauna and swimming pool landscape offers something for everyone. Healthy sweating in the 90 ° hot colored light sauna with infusion crystal – or soothing relaxation in the 65 ° warm organic herbal sauna.
Our recommendation: treat yourself to a refreshing dip in our spacious 16-meter-long panoramic swimming pool and enjoy the great view into the garden and the wonderful view into the Blue Land, from one of the resting places waiting there for you.
Our sauna and swimming pool dates at a glance:
– Color light sauna with 90 ° C with infused crystal
– Organic herbal sauna with 65 ° C
– 112 square meter swimming pool with great views (currently 28°C, 16m long, 7m wide)
– Many resting places
Meditation Trail Ammergau Alps
The places of power around Bad Kohlgrub will help you to gain new energy. The Meiation Trail, dedicated to “the Burning Heart”, invites you to combine iking and meditating” The Trail was finished in summer 2009. It leads accoss 15 stations starting from the Pilgrimage Church of Wies to the park of Linderhof Castle. Hiking in this mediation trail can be a break from your everyday life.
Discover sources of power like the Schleiefälle or enjoy the overwhelming view form the Hörnle peaks. From here Hotel Schillingshof and the pleasure of being pampered is within easy reach.
Strengthened your Ammergauer Landhausfrühstück , a breakfast consisting of a generous choice of local poducts, it is up to you either to go on walking or to go on recreating and relaxing in Hotel Schillingshofin the Ammergau Alps.
Further information on the trail you can get a our reception desk.
Cycling
The Ammergau Alps offer the perfect trails for both mountain bikes and trekking bikes. Even professional athletes do their training here. Various tournaments such as the Bavarian Championship of Cross Mountainbiking or the Tour Transalp are carried out in our region.
Hotel Schillingshof has cooperated with Ammertal Sportiv for some years. Therefore we offer you to store your bike in our basement, our washing area, boarding for your tours, and of course a lot of tips where to go, route plans, maps and GPS trails.
Travelling without an own bike is no problem
You can rent mountain bikes or e-bikes with us. or your own safety we recommend you to bring your own safety helmet, if you have one.
Back from your biking tour in the surroundings you can loosen up your muscles with a relaxing massage of your calves.
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Museums
We have put together an interesting overview of museums for you Further information here:
www.ammergauer-alpen.de/Kulturzeit
www.pfaffen-winkel.de/kulturgenuss/museen/
www.dasblaueland.de/Kultur/Museen
Oberammergau Museum
You are taught history and told stories by the impressing wood carvings and religious works of art exhibitedin this museum. – The art of wood carving between tradition and modernity.
Oberammergau – Pilatushaus
The house named House of Pilatus is probably Oberammergau’s most famous bulding decorated with the colourful and attractive frescos known as Lüftlmalerei that adorn the façade of the house. The name of the house derived from the painting by Franz Seraph Fing on the south side of the house. In “Pilatushaus” you will find the “Living Workshop”, an exhibition of reverse glass paintings and a small shop.
www.ammergauer-alpen.de/Media/Attraktionen/Pilatushaus »
Oberammergau – Eisenhower Museum
You can learn more about Dwight David Eisenhower and what connected him to Oberammergau in an entertaining guided tour through the museum.
www.ammergauer-alpen.de/oberammergau/Media/Attraktionen/Eisenhower-Museum
Unterammergau – Wetzstoa-Museum
In the former frster’s house in Unterammergau is the “Wetzsteinmuseum”. It tells everyhing about the old craft of making a whetstone and the way how a simple stone was turned into grindstone.
www.ammergauer-alpen.de/Media/Attraktionen/Dorfmuseum-Unterammergau
Murnau Schlossmuseum
The Schlossmuseum focuses on 20th century art and literature of international importance, that is associated with Murnau. In addition you get information on the local tradition and cultural life of Murnau, which was closely connected to the artistic works.
Murnau – Münter Haus
The Schlossmuseum focuses on 20th century art and literature of international importance, that is associated with Murnau. In addition you get information on the local tradition and cultural life of Murnau, which was closely connected to the artistic works.
www.murnau.de/de/muenter-haus.html
www.muenter-stiftung.de/de/das-munter-haus-2
Glentleiten – Open Air Museum
The museum is the largest open air museum in South Bvaria. You get a comprehensive insight into rural everyday life of Upper Bavarians, their building culture and their way to work 50, 100 and even 200 years ago.
Kochel am See – Franz Marc Museum
The museum founded in 1986 is dedicated to the work of Franz Marc. The so called “Aussichtsturm” (viewing tower) offers not only the works of Franz Marc but also a new perspective to the surrounding mountains.
Penzberg – Bergwerkmuseum
In Penzberg pitch has been mined till 1966. After the coal mine had been closed the former miners built the museum as a place to remember. Here they stored their original tools and working equipment, together with papers and photos.
Relaxation room with infrared loungers
The new relaxation room holds two infrared loungers, swings, chairs, three beds and an infrared cabin ready for you.
Hotel Schillingshof GmbH
Fallerstraße 11
D-82433 Bad Kohlgrub
Tel.: + 49 - 8845 - 70 10