Our Hommage Summer Magazine

THE ENCHANTMENT OF SUMMER

WHERE MOMENTS MAKE MEMORIES

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SUMMERS OF THE YEAR

Watching the butterflies dance in a mountain pasture, a casual stroll along the boulevard in flip-flops, discovering the most beautiful roads in the region in a classic car, listening to open-air concerts and enjoying warm evenings under the stars: summer is the time to float through life a little rather than just plodding along. At establishments in the Hommage Luxury Hotels Collection, the year doesn’t have just one summer, but several – packed with culture and cuisine, lust for life and lifestyle, spa and sport, nature and nightlife.

Sea and stars this summer: At the recently fully refurbished and now – if you can believe it – even-more-beautiful Söl’ring Hof in the Rantum dunes, you can look forward to exclusive summer indulgence: familial, luxurious and right on the North Sea coast. Water sports, golf, riding and more: leisure activities beyond your wildest dreams await on Germany’s most beautiful island – and, of course, Jan-Philipp Berner’s multiple-award-winning cuisine.

C ity break with parks and rivers this summer: You should never underestimate Bremen. This is true in football – and especially of the city itself on the banks of the Weser. Here, Hanseatic tradition, old-town charm, excursion options and a modern urban setting combine to form something that is really worth experiencing. At the heart of all this and in an idyllic setting lies Parkhotel Bremen, on the Hollersee in the Bürgerpark – your fairy-tale city hideaway with spa facilities.

Asummer in the city with parks and rivers: The city on the Rhine is the epitome of art, fashion, lifestyle and cosmopolitan flair – for Rhenish joie de vivre and the nonchalance of simply being (in Düsseldorf). All this can also be felt at Hotel Kö59 and, of course, on our ‘home boulevard’, the renowned Königsallee: an incomparable promenade for shopping, seeing,

marvelling – and the starting point for your summer-in-the-city experiences.

Savoir vivre this summer: Wiesbaden entices with a Mediterranean lifestyle and cultural highlights, the Rheingau with fabulous (cycling and wine) trails and rustic wineries. Hotel Nassauer Hof, at the heart of the state capital, offers a contemporary grand hotel ambience with its own thermal baths and exclusive spa and beauty area with a view of the city.

Plenty to discover this summer: The Black Forest countryside, the diversity of the cosmopolitan city of culture, Baden cuisine and the sun-kissed regional wines – there is plenty to enjoy in and around Baden-Baden. If you then let yourself be pampered at Hotel Maison Messmer – in the stunning art deco–style Royal Spa, for example – then that may well be the most perfect of summers.

Recharge and breathe deeply this summer: Set in the Kitzbühel Alps, Hotel Grand Tirolia offers you pure relaxation: fresh mountain air, magnificent landscapes, fantastic opportunities for almost any kind of sport and leisure activity. Relax body and soul in the 2,000 sq. m Grand Alps Spa with the sophisticated city at your feet – and the unique Eichenheim Championship golf course awaits just in front of the hotel.

Fit for a king: the Kaiserteich lake in Düsseldorf

RENDEZVOUS WITH THE CITY

THERE IS A SENSE OF NONCHALANCE IN THE AIR. YOU AMBLE THROUGH THE STREETS, THE SUN SHINING ON YOUR SKIN AND AN ICE CREAM IN YOUR HAND. YOU HEAR MUSIC FROM STREETSIDE CAFES AND THE LAUGHTER OF THOSE AROUND YOU. IT’S SUMMER IN THE CITY.

Look forward to your next city break and spend a perfect summer’s day in four stunning German cities: the worldly Hanseatic city of Bremen, the cosmopolitan metropolis of Düsseldorf, the fun-loving health resort of Wiesbaden and the sophisticated spa town of Baden-Baden.

If a summer day turns out to be as lovely as your breakfast location, then you’ve hit the jackpot with a stay at our city hotels. At Parkhotel Bremen, you enjoy a pleasurable

start to the morning with a view of the countryside – whether from your balcony or the sun terrace right by the Hollersee. If you would like to gather a quick first impression of Düsseldorf or Wiesbaden before taking the plunge into the hustle and bustle of the city, you will find the superb breakfast at Hotel Kö59 or in Hotel Nassauer Hof’s Orangerie twice as enjoyable.

You can then head straight into the lively streets. And the city hotels’ excellent location means you will find yourself right at the heart of things when it comes to making the most of the sights, museums, cafes and boutiques. Or use the morning for a stroll in one of the many parks. In Bremen, you will find the Bürgerpark right outside the front door – just grab your picnic blanket. During a city break to Baden-Baden, you can’t miss

Champagne moments on the penthouse terrace at Maison Messmer

a detour to the picturesque Black Forest. At the heart of the city, you can also find a shady spot along the Lichtentaler Allee and Oos river to spend a little time if you haven’t been drawn in by the museums.

How about cooling off a little? After an afternoon spent exploring, a refreshing dip in the pool is just the ticket on a hot summer’s day. Back at the Parkhotel, you can swim a few laps in the outdoor pool. At Hotel Nassauer Hof, the rooftop thermal pool above the roofs of Wiesbaden invites you to relax all year round – and to sunbathe on the roof terrace in summer. Enjoy the Royal Spa’s luxurious pool and sunny outdoor terrace in Baden-Baden or spend the afternoon at the Hardtbergbad pool if you are looking for additional activities in and out of the water.

In the evening, each city becomes a playground full of open-air concerts, festivals and more.

SAVEWITH20% THE CODE MUSIK PUR

– Hotel Nassauer Hof

RHEINGAU MUSIKFESTIVAL

ERIENCE AN UNFORGETTABLE SUMMER OF FESTIVALS

Unique cultural monuments in and around Wiesbaden are transformed into stages for international stars and the artists of the future. You can look forward to thrilling live concerts from classical to jazz to world music and discover our exclusive arrangement for music-loving guests.

★ Ticket for select concerts

★ vernight accommodation including breakfast and welcome drink

★ Aperitif

On request

Reservations at: info.nassauerhof@hommage-hotels.com or +49 611 133 0

Both in the Royal Suite and in many other bedrooms at Hotel Nassauer Hof, you even have a box seat for live music – after all, your balcony overlooks the Bowling Green. Enjoy a culinary pampering to round off the day while making the most of the warm summer evening on the beautiful outdoor terrace of one of our restaurants. Or cap off the day with dinner and drinks on the roof terraces of the Hotel Kö59 suites while taking in the panorama of a thousand lights. Are you in?

OUR TIPP

ICE CREAM PARLOURS

Gelateria Mazzucco

Christian-Zais-Straße 3 Wiesbaden

Family-run, small and special: the best ice cream in Wiesbaden can be found in the passage of the Hessischer Staatstheater.

Kurhaus Eismanufaktur

Kaiserallee 1 Baden-Baden

You can find seasonal varieties made with seasonal ingredients in the colonnades at the heart of Baden-Baden. Our favourite: the ‘Welterbe-Eis’ with cherries and tonka beans.

Gelateria La Romana

Barmer Straße 35 | Carlsplatz 19 Düsseldorf

Enjoy gelato just like in Italy –and you absolutely have to try the hazelnut flavour with the finest nuts from the Piedmont region.

Creamlovers Sögestraße 34 Bremen

Discover classics and creative creations in Bremen’s best ice cream parlour. Our tip for a big appetite: the ice cream burger.

– Hotel Kö59 – Maison Messmer

SUITE MENUE GOLF LICENCE

INDULGENT STAY ON KÖNIGSALLEE THE ALL-ROUND CAREFREE PACKAGE FOR GOLFING BEGINNERS

The utmost in flavour and comfort: luxurious accommodation in an exclusive Hommage Superior Suite. In the evening, you will savour the signature menu at our restaurant Kö59 by Björn Freitag. In the morning, we will pamper you with an exquisite breakfast.

★ 1 overnight stay for 2 people in the Hommage Superior Suite

★ Delicious breakfast for 2

★ Signature menu at restaurant Kö59 by Björn Freitag

From €649 for two people

Reservations at: info.koe59@hommage-hotels.com or +49 211 8285 0

Golf above the rooftops of Baden-Baden – and the team at Maison Messmer will take care of the organisation. You can obtain your Platzreife golf licence over five days at Baden-Baden golf club. A private golf instructor, use of a trolley and clubs, transfer, and four lunch packages are included. In addition, you can look forward to a relaxing wellbeing programme.

★ 4 nights’ accommodation including breakfast

★ 1 × body massage (50 minutes)

★ Access to Royal Spa

On request

Reservations at: reservierung.maison-messmer@hommage-hotels.com or +49 7221 3012 804

Cosy spots in Baden-Baden

TOP 11 OF 111

OUR PERSONAL TRAVEL GUIDE

There seems to be a near-limitless number of travel guides on the market and the shelves in book stores are frequently several metres long. You then often find pages and pages of descriptions and recommendations for wellknown sights and attractions. We have put together 11 interesting places for you

Wine as far as the eye can see: Rheingau

Culinary fare with historical flair: the Malersaal hall at Maison Messmer

The pearl of the North Sea: the Sylter Royal

It works the same way online: even in a global network, most people still go on and on about the same selfie spots. Anyone who wants to discover a place for themselves needs to read something different.

This is precisely why we initiated a collaboration with Emons Verlag, publisher of popular book series ‘111 Places That You Must Not Miss’. These travel guides contain special places away from well-known clichés. From the 111 places, we have exclusively compiled the ‘Top 11 of 111’ in a handy little book and would like to invite our guests to discover unusual new things around the Hommage Luxury Hotel locations.

So, join us on our journey into paradise ... of which, surprisingly, there are two: one in Düsseldorf and another in Baden-Baden. Paradice in Bremen is open from September to March. Alternatively, you can get started at Universum at any time except Mondays and learn something useful at the same time. Near Kitzbühel, on the other hand, you can learn about favourite locations from drama series Der Bergdoktor and why there isn’t any beer there. You can make yourself at home on Arche Noah in Wiesbaden, while on Sylt, you can get cosy in a cafe in a labyrinth of subterranean bunker corridors.

The 11 places that we have compiled will get our guests in the mood for history and stories about our hotels. From autumn, you will find your own personal copy in your room on arrival – and if this whets your appetite to discover more, you can purchase the corresponding ‘111 Places’ volume from us in reception.

Tee off with a view: Eichenheim golf course

Rhine romance meets the modern in Düsseldorf

A fairy-tale setting: Parkhotel in the Bürgerpark

Sports enthusiasts like Johannes Lehberger will find their little slice of heaven around the Grand Tirolia.

KITZBÜHEL …

Kitzbühel and Sylt: two much-loved locations that couldn’t be more unique and exclusive. Picturesque mountain idyll or untamed ocean beauty – what will be your next destination? The conversation between the two General Managers Johannes Lehberger of Grand Tirolia Kitzbühel and Jan-Phillipp Berner of Söl’ring Hof Sylt doesn’t necessarily make that decision any easier. But why can’t it be both?!

Johannes’s insider tip for Kitzbühel

What would Kitzbühel be without Rosi’s Sonnbergstuben? The cosy Tyrolean-style mountain chalet isn’t just known for its fantastic views and the finest Austrian cuisine. Rosi Schipflinger, also known as the ‘singing landlady’, has welcomed countless famous guests and has long been a legend herself in Kitzbühel and beyond.

Johannes Lehberger: Servus, Jan! So, how are things in the north?

Jan-Philipp Berner: Moin, Johannes! It’s summer on Sylt, so things couldn’t be better! What about you?

Johannes: I’m just enjoying the fantastic weather on our sun terrace. It made me think of you! The first summer season has opened at Grand Tirolia and you are of course very welcome to come and visit us in beautiful Kitzbühel. You must miss the vast expanses we enjoy here while you’re on your island. I’ll reserve a suite for you with an Alpine view. It will take your breath away.

Jan-Philipp: Thanks for the invitation. I definitely don’t want to miss the extraordinary Alpine view. We’ll have to see whether it can compete with the view from my restaurant overlooking the Rantum dunes and North Sea. You should come and experience the sunset here some time; it’s astounding!

Oh, and speaking of the North Sea, it’ll soon be time for my favourite excursions into the mud flats and salt marshes again. As an outdoor type, you’d really like that, wouldn’t you?

Johannes: A trip into the salt marshes definitely sounds like an adventure. But I’ll be honest with you: you just can’t beat a hike to the green mountain pastures. And if I need a bit more action, I jump on my mountain bike and cycle

up the Hahnenkamm – to cool off, I jump into the Speichersee Ehrenbachhöhe. The perfect summer’s day. Try to beat that!

Jan-Philipp: Well, if you’re looking for more action, you’ve come to the right place here: windsurfing, kite surfing, sailing and much more – and cooling off in the sea is always included. Kitzbühel can’t keep up with Sylt when it comes to water sports.

Johannes: No way! From stand-up paddling to canoe trips to windsurfing, there’s always something on offer here. And if I want to take things easier, I swim a few laps in our large outdoor pool. The new Grand Alps Spa is one of the most beautiful spas in the region and will even win over North Sea fans like you.

Jan-Philipp: Now I’m excited. Until then, I’ll get comfy in my Strandkorb.

Johannes: Well, Jan, I need to get on. I’m going to be playing a round of golf later.

Jan-Philipp: Take care, then. It was nice chatting with you, Johannes. Bye for now!

Johannes: Hope to see you in Kitzbühel. Bye!

In Keitum you can find a pretty Frisian house with the inscription ‘Sylter Manufaktur Johannes King’. Here, you will find the most beautiful treasures Sylt has to offer. Spend a little time here and browse the gourmet delicacies, regional specialities and Nordic souvenirs. My personal recommendation: Kings Liebelei – a real pleasure as a digestif, in a coffee or on your dessert!

Jan-Philipp’s insider tip for Sylt

THERE IS PLENTY TO EXPERIENCE

Dear Guests,

Due to potential postponements and programme alterations, we recommend checking the latest information on events via the websites in question. We would also be very happy to assist you on-site.

JUNE

13–18 | Tue.–Sun.

– Sylt

CRAFT BEER & GOURMET FESTIVAL

On the Brandburgerstrand in Westerland, small craft brewers are presenting their beers for the first time. Great wines, cocktails and culinary specialities are also available. www.sylt.de/veranstaltungen/ details/craft-beer-gourmet-festival

JULY

4–9 | Tue.–Sun.

– Sylt

WINZERFEST

23–25 | Fri.–Sun.

– Bremen

SUMMER IN LESMONA

Knoops Park becomes an open-air stage and invites you to sample classical music by the Kammerphilharmonie and enjoy wonderful hours spent in a relaxed atmosphere. www.bremen.de/kultur/veranstaltungen/ highlights/sommer-in-lesmona

The meeting place for wine connoisseurs on the Westerland promenade. Against an enthralling North Sea backdrop, you can enjoy German wines and exquisite delicacies. www.sylt.de/veranstaltungen/winzerfest

12–16 | Wed.–Sun.

– Bremen

BREMINALE

For five fun-packed days, stages and stands light up along the Weser and invite you to a lively programme of music, art and culture. www.breminale-festival.de

7–9 | Fri.–Sun.

– Baden-Baden

OLDTIMER MEETING

Fall in love: marvel at the most beautiful historic cars in the Kurpark and Kaiserallee – 120 prizes will be handed out during the Concours d’Élégance Automobile. www.oldtimer-meeting.de

24 | Sat.

– Bremen

BREMEN OLDTIMER CLASSICS

16 June–2 July | Fri.–Sun.

– Düsseldorf

ASPHALT FESTIVAL

Once again this year, the summer arts festival presents an exciting programme of theatre, music, dance, literature and performance. www.asphalt-festival.de

The historic backdrop of Bremen Marktplatz provides the start and finish for stunning classic cars from more than six decades of motoring history.

www.bremen-oldtimer-classics.de

8 | Sat

KLASSIK IN DEN ALPEN

The open-air concert with outstanding talent Elīna Garanča: a mix of classical operatic arias and well-known international songs will wow the audience. www.klassikindenalpen.at/de

30 June–2 July | Fri.–Sun.

– Düsseldorf

FRANKREICHFEST

‘Petit Paris’ awaits in Düsseldorf’s old town: enjoy typical French delicacies and wines, as well as the charm of the French way of life. www.duesseldorfer-frankreich-fest.de

18–25 | Sun.–Sun.

– Kitzbühel

GOLF FESTIVAL

Golf and indulgence: look forward to a sporting tournament against an idyllic backdrop – and enjoy a culinary pampering from select star chefs and winemakers. www.golffestivalkitzbuehel.at

30 June–23 July | Fri.–Sun.

– Bremen

SEEBÜHNE

Open-air feel against the spectacular backdrop of an industrial port: pop concerts, family theatre, classical music and comedy – the best entertainment for all! www.seebuehne-bremen.de

13 | Thur.

– Sylt

VERDENSBALLETT

A majestic evening of open-air ballet: dancers from the Royal Ballet of London and renowned Danish opera singers will inspire against the captivating backdrop of the thatched Benen-Diken-Hof. www.sylt.de/veranstaltungen/verdensballett

14–23 | Fri.–Sun.

– Düsseldorf

RHEINKIRMES

With fantastic attractions, fine specialities and the large fireworks display, the biggest amusement park on the Rhine offers fun for all the family.

www.rheinkirmes.com

17 July–7 August | Mon.–Mon.

– Wiesbaden

SOMMERFESTSPIELE

Curtain up: for its tenth anniversary, you can look forward to a varied supporting programme for big and small – from Shakespeare to modern poets.

www.sommerfestspiele-wiesbaden.de

28–29 | Fri.–Sat.

– Sylt

SYLT OPEN AIR

Hyper Hyper: Scooter and Sarah Connor transform the airport for two consecutive evenings into a high-energy rave – and an emotional concert stage.

www.insel-sylt.de/sylt-open-air

– Kitzbühel

29 July–5 August | Sun.–Sat.

– Kitzbühel

GENERALI OPEN

The best tennis players in the world come together once again for the next-level sporting event in Kitzbühel to play for the coveted trophy – guaranteed thrills. www.generaliopen.com

AUGUST

2–6 | Wed.–Sun.

– Sylt

GERMAN POLO MASTERS

Thrilling horseback sport: fast, exciting, artistic. So, trot along and marvel at the high-performance sport between the animals and their riders.

www.sylt.de/veranstaltungen/ german-polo-masters

18–19 | Fri.–Sat.

– Kitzbühel

MUSIKFESTIVAL KITZBÜHEL 2023

There will be singing, partying, dancing and laughter – especially when Styrian superstar Andreas Gabalier rocks the tennis stadium with folk rock ’n’ roll.

https://www.kitzbuehel.com/en/events/ kitzbuehel-music-festival/

SEPTEMBER

1–2 | Fri.–Sat.

– Kitzbühel

KITZ KULINARIK

A festival of indulgence, KITZ-style: the city invites you to savour the local delights –with regional products with a story behind them.

www.kitzbuehel.com/veranstaltungen/ kitz-kulinarik

22 September–1 October | Fri.–Sun.

– Sylt

MERCEDES-BENZ WINDSURF WORLD CUP

More than 100 participants compete for the title of world champion in a variety of disciplines. You can enjoy fun, excitement and the varied supporting programme. www.sylt-travel.de/inselmagazin/ windsurf-world-cup

23–27 | Wed.–Sun.

SHAKESPEARE IM PARK

A very special theatre festival: against the green backdrop of the Bürgerpark, you can enjoy classics surrounded by mighty trees and idyllic watercourses.

www.shakespeare-company.com/ shakespeare-im-park

10 | Sun.

– Bremen

MUSIK UND LICHT AM HOLLERSEE

In the glow of a sea of light, classical sounds fill the area around the Hollersee: a special kind of open-air event on the doorstep of the Parkhotel. www.bremen.de/kultur/ musik-und-licht-am-hollersee

OKTOBER

13–29 | Fri.–Sun.

– Bremen

FREIMARKT

Who wants to go back and who has never been? It’s time for ‘Ischa Freimaak’ on Bremen’s Bürgerweide and in the city centre – and that means delicious treats, attractions and fun for all. www.bremen.de/tourismus/ kultur-und-veranstaltungen/freimarkt

23–27 | Wed.–Sun.

11–20 | Fri.–Sun.

– Wiesbaden

RHEINGAUER WEINWOCHE

Weinwoche (wine week) has been inviting people to savour and enjoy sophisticated wines, sparkling wines and culinary delicacies for four decades now – in a relaxed atmosphere and with musical accompaniment.

www.rheingau.de/veranstaltungen/feste/ weinwoche-wiesbaden

KITESURF WORLD CUP

The kite surfing elite compete for the title on Sylt for the fourth time now. Daring jumps, speed and elite sport – and on the beach, enjoyment and partying are the order of the day. www.sylt.de/veranstaltungen/surf-cups/ kitesurf-world-cup-sylt

14–16 | Thur.–Sat.

– Baden-Baden

SWR3 POP FESTIVAL

Anyone who is considered a hip newcomer or international star of contemporary pop will be at this festival – what about you? www.swr3.de/new-pop-festival/index.html

15–23 | Fri.–Sat.

– Kitzbühel

INT. LIBRO BALLOON CUP

15 | Tue.

– Kitzbühel

34. INT. HAHNENKAMMMOUNTAINBIKE-RENNEN

Don’t miss the summer Hahnenkamm spectacle! The race starts at Jochberger Tor, runs along Hahnenkammstrasse and then reaches its destination after nine kilometres and 940 metres of altitude. https://www.kitzbuehel.com/en/events/ event/34th-int-mountainbike-race-on-thehahnenkamm-kitzbuehel/

25–27 | Fri.–Sun.

GOURMET FESTIVAL

Stroll along the Kö-Graben and tickle your taste buds at the gourmet tents with exquisite delicacies and unusual treats. www.duesseldorf-tourismus.de/ veranstaltungskalender/ gourmet-festival-duesseldorf-7664110334

Be there when the sky fills with balloons. For the 34th time, teams from Austria, Germany, Great Britain and Switzerland will compete in the air. www.kitzbueheler-alpen.com/de/bri/ balloncup.html

30– 31 | Mon.–Tue.

– Sylt

GOURMET-FESTIVAL

A programme packed with culinary pampering: the Fitschen family welcomes their guests with infectious enthusiasm and delicacies from the kitchen and cellar. www.gourmetfestival.de/termine/oktober

ALLES ISI - THE PODCAST FOR CONNOISSEURS

All about travel and relaxation! An exclusive look behind the scenes of the hotel and catering industry with Dorint boss Dirk Iserlohe, Chair of the DHI Supervisory Board, and Wolfram Kons – alles isi.

– Sylt

– Bremen

– Düsseldorf

AN AGE TO FALL IN LOVE WITH

In Germany, they are known as ‘oldtimers’. Collectors and aficionados refer to them as historic automobiles or classic cars. Hardly anyone knows more about them than JP Rathgen – and he can talk enthusiastically and inspirationally about them at one and the same time. We met him in Hamburg.

With Hotel Maison Messmer’s classic car on a trip in the Black Forest

To give all those who don’t drive one a sense of what it’s like: what distinguishes a trip in a classic car from a ‘normal’ car journey?

Johann Philip Rathgen: In a classic car, you have a much more intensive sense of your surroundings. You move more slowly, ‘experience’ slowing down in the utmost of comfort. Classic cars often have really big windows because their design doesn’t follow a c W-value. This means you can enjoy the view much more consciously.

Editor: Where is it especially fun to drive in a classic car?

JP: Two regions are my all-time favourites: Taunus and Eifel. You start off from Düsseldorf towards the Nürburgring and then take a leisurely drive through idyllic Eifel villages. To explore the Taunus, you go from Frankfurt to Bad Homburg. You can discover little villages towards Feldberg and drive to beautiful Wiesbaden via the lovely Taunus towns of Kronberg, Königstein and Eppstein.

Editor: When you arrive in your classic car, what are you looking for in a hotel?

JP: Spacious garages or covered parking spaces: classic cars are often smaller than modern cars, but they have a large turning circle. Anyone who has converted their classic to an electric drive is grateful for weatherproof charging stations. If the hotel staff are aware of good routes and know where the nearest petrol station or garage is: fantastic! The icing on the cake would be flexible arrival times and cancellation conditions for classic drivers – with a car that’s 40 years old or more, things don’t always go as planned.

JOHANN PHILIP RATHGEN,

nicknamed JP by friends and business partners, is CEO of Classic Driver, the leading international marketplace and magazine for historic cars and sophisticated lifestyle. He has been a member of the jury for the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este for a number of years now – one of the most important, tradition-steeped beauty contests for historic automobiles and bikes. Born in Hamburg, he now lives in Zürich when he isn’t travelling somewhere around the world.

Editor: Where does your love of historic cars come from?

JP: My father was a passionate Citroën collector, and although there was a lot of anguish there – because they were beautiful things, but always broken – the spark jumped to me

Editor: How did you turn your interest into a career?

JP: After finishing school and two years travelling, I came to Classic Driver in 1999: first as a trainee and then as a volunteer. After training as a publisher with a qualification in journalism from the Medienschule Hamburg, I stayed and am now CEO.

Editor: What is Classic Driver?

JP: Classic Driver was founded in 1998 – so, at a time when everything ran as notices in print magazines – as an online marketplace for collectors of historic cars. This meant we were more up to date than our print competition and were represented globally. We were the first medium to have our own online editorial team, making us true pioneers, and grew into a leading magazine for classic cars and lifestyle – at the time, I was Germany’s first online editor. .

Editor: What does automobility mean to you?

JP: First, it’s about getting from A to B when I want, even over great distances. For me, cars are primarily part of our cultural heritage. We all familiar with images from the 50s and 60s: VW Beetles with roof racks and three kids on the back seat on their way to Italy – a little revolution. The possibility of travelling by car was crucial in international understanding and made a united Europe possible for the first time.

Editor: Is praising cars – considering climate protection and sustainability –still appropriate today?

JP: Absolutely! We need more car-free city centre areas and priority investment in public transport and railways. I often travel from Zürich to Hamburg – by train, because it allows me to work really well. And I don’t actually own a car – in Zürich, trains go from the airport to the city every ten minutes. With classic cars, people often think first and foremost about fuel consumption and CO2. But consider how few kilometres a classic car drives and how carefully it is driven. Producing a new car puts disproportionately more strain on the environment – and, for me, preserving nice things equates to sustainability.

Editor: What if people want to know which model you would recommend as an investment ...?

JP: I’d say: buy a car you’d like to take a trip in with a loved one. From Bremen to Sylt, for example, or through the Black Forest. Even if it doesn’t increase in value, you’ll still have a great time – and that’s what it’s all about.

CLASSIC CAR TOUR

EXPLORE THE BLACK FOREST IN A STYLISH CLASSIC CAR

The Black Forest boasts spectacular countryside. Driving through idyllic valleys along roads that are nestled in the hills, you can marvel at countless picturesque locations and the best viewpoints. You will have an especially stylish experience in our lovingly maintained classic limousine.

★ Black Forest discovery tour in a historic Mercedes-Benz

★ Lunch: either in a restaurant selected for you or with a picnic basket prepared by us packed full of specialities

On request

Reservations at: info.maison-messmer@hommage-hotels.com or +49 7221 3012 804

– Parkhotel Bremen

HOMMAGE EXPLORER

A FANTASTIC JOURNEY IN A BORGWARD CLASSIC CAR

Look forward to a journey of discovery through Bremen and the surrounding countryside – with your own chauffeur, spectacular views and special insights into automobile history. Drive straight from the hotel along the Borgward route to the historic Borgward works. Round off the day indulgently with a picnic in the Bürgerpark.

★ From 2 nights’ accommodation including breakfast

★ 1.5-hour journey in the historic Borgward limousine

★ Filled Parkhotel picnic basket

★ Use of Spark’s Fitness & Wellness Spa including pool, fitness area and sauna

On request

Reservations at: info.bremen@hommage-hotels.com or +49 421 3408 0

JP Rathgen and a classic from Zuffenhausen

Alsace? No. Idyllic Taunus scenes in Idstein

– Maison Messmer

ON THE MAGICAL ART OF MIXOLOGY

MIXING THE PERFECT COCKTAIL, SURPRISING US WITH TEMPTING SUMMER CREATIONS OR SERVING A DRINK THAT SIMPLY MAKES US SMILE: WHO ARE THE PEOPLE WHO CAN DO THAT? WE INTRODUCE TWO OF THE BEST AND THEIR BARS.

Savour the summer: coolly mixed and served chilled

MELISSA ZIKOS

After training to be a hotel manager and stop-offs in Amsterdam and Düsseldorf (studying, restaurant manager), she learnt the art of bartending during an 18-month stay in Ireland.

Since 2022, she has been the manager and passionate host in the bar at Hotel Kö59. Melissa has her own blog (olivesandhoney), writes columns for trade associations DBU and Mixology, and also plays an active part in training staff.

MELLISAS SUMMER FIZZ

2 cl Grey Goose vodka, 2 cl Giffard Lichi

Li liqueur, 2 cl freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 cl egg white, topped with Schweppes soda

The Golden

Life is golden. That’s why the Universe sent you here.

Fantastic creations, amazing flavour: summer drinks à la Hommage

The Golden, you immediately feel that you’re in the best hands. The cosily stylish ambience, cosmopolitan atmosphere and exquisite drinks all contribute to this sense of wellbeing – and the dedicated team and bar manager Melissa Zikos, your passionate host, are worth their weight in gold when it comes to ensuring a great time.

‘I actually prefer drinking beer,’ laughs Melissa. But she does have a favourite cocktail, of course: Cheese Cake, a creation by a bar keeping friend of hers. And now we get to the latest cocktail trends: what’s in, Melissa? Fresh herbs, low-alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks, and inspirations from cuisine are popular.

‘Food pairing’ is what bar professionals call it when drinks match with dishes or desserts or even combine to form an exquisite artistic unit. And speaking of professionals: what makes a good bartender? Perfect craftsmanship, in-depth knowledge and creative inspiration to make something new – regardless of personal taste. But ‘putting all your heart into being a host, empathising, being able to and wanting to listen,’ are most important for Melissa (and her guests). Because people really do spill their hearts out at the bar and reveal things about their life that they otherwise keep to themselves. Real life can sometimes mimic the movies.

A classic piano bar with cigar lounge – at Hotel Nassauer Hof, you can while away the evening stylishly with exquisite drinks. Bar manager Patrick Wokan and his team lend a contemporary freshness to the traditional ambience – with skill, ideas and charm.

PATRICK WOKAN

After training as a hotel specialist at Parkhotel Rödermark, he went on to work at the gourmet restaurant of Schlosshotel Kronberg, and then at Jimmys Bar as a bartender. He then undertook additional training to become an IHK-certified bar mixer (IHK: German Chamber of Industry and Commerce). Since 2014, he has been managing the bar at Hotel Nassauer Hof and pays particular attention to developing young talent. Favourite drinks: classics like Whisky Sour and Negroni.

PATRICK’S FROZEN STRAWBERRY

Puree some strawberries and fresh mint, mix in a blender along with some rum, lime juice and a touch of chilli, serve over crushed ice in a margarita glass decorated with mint.

N assauer Hof Bar

6 p.m.–1 a.m.

‘A perfect mix.’ Patrick Wokan is talking about his drinks, of course. But also the experience as a whole, which draws Wiesbaden regulars, cigar aficionados, night owls and – often famous – hotel guests to the bar at Hotel Nassauer Hof every day. They all enjoy the unique atmosphere and extensive selection of excellent whiskies, spirits and cocktail creations with sophisticated live music. The bar manager also pays special attention to the choice and repertoire of the musicians: tinkling out the usual bar jazz numbers on the piano – no way! Today, virtuosity, variety, modernity and the right feel for the atmosphere and guests are required. And this also applies to the drinks: the bar doesn’t just have the classics on its menu; it also frequently surprises with seasonal specialities. Patrick even spontaneously creates the fruity strawberry summer cocktail as we chat. What does he think is important besides creativity and expertise: ‘listening, enjoying a chat, openness – but also absolute discretion.’ As we said before: it’s all about the mix. .

Mon.–Sat. Sun.–Mon. Tue.–Thur. Fri.–Sat..

6 p.m.–midnight

6 p.m.–1 a.m.

6 p.m.–2 a.m.

The classic piano bar at Hotel Nassauer Hof

At bar

I’VE STRUCK GOLD HERE

›› IT’S ALL ABOUT THE MIX.‹‹

NAMASTE, KITZBÜHEL!

JOIN US ON A JOURNEY OF A DIFFERENT KIND – A JOURNEY INSIDE YOURSELF. WITH DEINYOGA, WE HAVE CREATED A WONDERFUL SPACE IN OUR LUXURY HOTELS FOR MINDFULNESS AND CALM. LEAVE EVERYDAY LIFE BEHIND YOU – DURING EXCLUSIVE RETREATS AND COURSES LED BY HIGH-PROFILE YOGA INSTRUCTORS IN AN INCOMPARABLE ATMOSPHERE OF WELL-BEING.

Time is the most precious luxury we have. It is especially important to us, therefore, that you consciously enjoy your stay. DeinYOGA thus came into being as a result of our great passion and years of experience. Look forward to high-quality courses, expert guidance – and time for yourself.

It’s no great secret any more: yoga can work miracles when it comes to your health and well-being. Practising it regularly relieves tension, improves flexibility and strengthens the immune system. But yoga is so much more than a stretching exercise during your lunch break or a challenging contortion with a complicated name.

The holistic training system from India is first and foremost a journey into yourself, the harmony of body and soul. DeinYOGA helps you to find your individual path. DeinYOGA becomes your yoga. So as to offer you optimal support, the majority of our instructors have been trained by well-known yoga master Patricia Thielemann in the Spirit Yoga style.

Are you ready for your journey? Our years of expertise make learning about the power of yoga more inspirational than ever before: discover the exclusive retreat with renowned yoga master Patricia Thielemann now and look forward to additional dates in 2024.

››ME TIME, YOU TIME, DEINYOGA TIME! ‹‹

‘Enlightened, gripping and structured’ – this is how the well-known yoga master describes her own style, inspired by a series of training courses in the USA, where Patricia Thielemann lived and discovered her life’s passion. She has been shaping the identity of modern yoga in the Germanspeaking world for years now. Alongside two renowned Spirit Yoga studios, she also runs her own academy in Berlin. In October, Patricia Thielemann is running an exclusive yoga retreat in Kitzbühel.

YOGA RETREAT WITH PATRICIA THIELEMANN AT THE GRAND TIROLIA

Just imagine, your yoga downtime will bring you absolute relaxation – and not just anywhere: against the stunning mountain backdrop of Kitzbühel. With its large bedrooms and exclusive moments of indulgence, the Grand Tirolia offers the perfect setting. For four days in the Grand Tirolia’s modern studio, you begin each morning with an invigorating yoga session. You then do what does you good: breathe in the natural surroundings or be pampered with a wellness treatment in the luxurious Grand Alps Spa. In the evening, you can switch off with a gentle and restorative yoga session – and round off the day as you see fit.

You now have the chance to consciously enjoy some me time. Dive into a world of mindfulness and calm as part of our yoga retreat with Patricia Thielemann from 26 to 29 October.

LOCATION

› In the centre of Wiesbaden, directly opposite the casino and Kurhaus

› RheinMain CongressCenter: 0.5 km

› Wiesbaden: 0.5 km

› Messe Frankfurt: 35 km

› Frankfurt airport: 26 km

› Wiesbaden railway station: 2 km

BEDROOMS AND SUITES

› 24 Suites

› 135 Single rooms thereof 76 double rooms

Kaiser-Friedrich-Platz 3–4 | 65183 Wiesbaden | Germany

T +49 611 133 0 | F +49 611 133 632 info.nassauerhof@hommage-hotels.com | www.hommage-hotels.com

RESTAURANTS

› Gourmet restaurant ENTE, 1* Michelin Guide, 16 Gault&Millau points

› ENTE bistro, casual French-Italian bistro cuisine

› Restaurant Orangerie, fine casual dining with sun terrace

› Nassauer Hof fireplace bar – smoking bar with humidor

EVENTS

› 9 meeting and congress rooms from 27 m 2 to 360 m 2 , up to 350 people

SPA AND FITNESS

› 1,500 m² wellness area

› Rooftop pool with its own thermal spring water

› Extensive sauna area

› Fitness room, personal trainer

› In-house yoga teachers

› Massage

› ARTEMIS beauty spa

Am Sandwall 1 | 25980 Sylt / Rantum | Germany

T +49 4651 83620 0 | F +49 4651 83620 20 info.soelringhof@hommage-hotels.com | www.hommage-hotels.com

SPA AND FITNESS

LOCATION

› On the dune directly on the beach

› Sylt airport: 8 km

› Westerland railway station: 7 km

› 3 golf courses within a radius of 15 km

BEDROOMS AND SUITES

› 11 Double rooms

› 2 Maisonettes

› 2 Suites

RESTAURANTS

› S ö l’ring Hof restaurant, 2* Michelin Guide, 18 Gault&Millau points

EVENTS

› Private dining in the lounge

› Söl’ring Hof Exclusive for up to 30 people

› Own beach access with private beach chair for each room

› Spa oasis with 2 saunas

› Fitness room, personal trainer

› Massage

› E-bike rental

SPECIAL FEATURES

› Cooking courses and pleasure excursions take place all year round

Im Bürgerpark | 28209 Bremen | Germany

T +49 421 3408 0 | F +49 421 3408 602 info.bremen@hommage-hotels.com | www.hommage-hotels.com

RESTAURANTS

LOCATION

› In the heart of Bremen’s Bürgerpark

› Bremen city centre: 3.5 km

› Exhibition/Congress Centre: 0.5 km

› Bremen railway station: 1.5 km

› Bremen airport: 6 km

BEDROOMS AND SUITES

› 26 Single rooms

› 126 Double rooms

› 13 Suites

› 7 Junior suites

› Park restaurant with German gourmet cuisine

› Parkhotel Bar and Smokers Lounge with walk-in humidor

› Historic dome hall

› In-house patisserie

› In summer: Hollersee terrace with barbecue events

EVENTS

› 9 meeting and congress rooms from 11 m 2 to 420 m 2 , up to 462 people

DOING SOME GOOD TOGETHER

As the Hommage Luxury Hotels Collection, we are not just a member of the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance; we are also committed as a leadership team. As a Certified Green Hotel, we present our sustainability goals and activities transparently.

So as to shape the future of the hotel industry as sustainably as possible, we are also part of the ‘Pathway to Net Positive Hospitality for the Planet’. This includes cooperating with local and certified-sustainable partners, as well as the appreciation and support of our employees.

Read four success stories concerning how we are actively helping to make the future more sustainable and socially oriented.

SPA AND FITNESS

› 1,200 m² spa and wellness area

› Sauna area

› Outdoor swimming pool

› Fitness area with panoramic views

› Yoga

› Massage

› SPA’RKS beauty centre with Thalgoand St Barth products

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

Our luxury hotels are very aware of their impact in their respective regions. This is why we actively protect the surrounding countryside and biodiversity. Specific goals include using water and energy sparingly. Hotel Nassauer Hof in Wiesbaden, Maison Messmer in Baden-Baden and Grand Tirolia Kitzbühel also maintain their own bees and thus contribute to biodiversity. After all, pollination by bees is indispensable for the survival of our ecosystems.

REGIONALITY AND SEASONALITY

So as to keep our CO2 emissions as low as possible, we work with regional partners and suppliers. All restaurants in our luxury hotels use consistently regional and seasonal products and actively avoid food waste. You will also find a vegetarian or vegan selection on our menus.

CONSERVING RESOURCES

We document and analyse our water and energy consumption to make our successes transparent. Our hotels use genuine green electricity or offer room cleaning upon guest request. We also only use paper with the Blue Angel environmental label. And you can feel it:

even this newspaper is made from 100%-recycled waste paper and is printed 100% climate-neutrally.

FAIR EMPLOYERS

The excellence of our establishments is thanks to the commitment of our teams. As a ‘Fair Jobs Hotel’ partner, we do more than just creating equitable working conditions and supporting employees. Employees at all of our hotels enjoy premium benefits such as discounts on accommodation, free yoga courses with inhouse instructors and additional compensation.

LOCATION

› In the centre of Baden-Baden next to the casino and Kurhaus

› Baden-Baden railway station: 7 km

› Karlsruhe airport: 16 km

› Stuttgart airport: 111 km

› Iffezheim racecourse: 16 km

› Baden-Baden golf club: 3 km

BEDROOMS AND SUITES

› 141 Double rooms

› 10 Suites

› 1 Penthouse suite with private rooftop terrace

Werderstrasse 1 | 76530 Baden-Baden | Germany

T +49 7221 3012 0 | F +49 7221 3012 100 info.maison-messmer@hommage-hotels.com | www.hommage-hotels.com

RESTAURANTS

› Restaurant JB Messmer, fine dining

› Theaterkeller, Baden–Alsatian specialities, for up to 70 persons, can be booked exclusively

› Brasserie

› Fireplace bar

EVENTS

› 6 event rooms from 40 m 2 to 200 m 2 , up to 200 people

› Historic Malersaal hall and Theaterkeller for events and special occasions

SPA AND FITNESS

› Royal spa with 60 m 2 indoor pool and sauna area

› Fitness room, personal trainer

› Yoga

› Massage

› Beauty treatments

Eichenheim 10 | 6370 Kitzbühel | Austria

T +43 5356 666 15 | F +43 5356 666 155 59 nfo.grandtirolia@hommage-hotels.com | www.hommage-hotels.com

SPA AND FITNESS

LOCATION

› Directly on the golf course Eichenheim (18-hole) with views of the Kitzbühel Alps

› Kitzbühel centre: 4 km

› Kitzbühel railway station: 5 km

› Salzburg airport: 80 km

› Innsbruck airport: 101 km

› Munich airport: 170 km

BEDROOMS AND SUITES

› 56 Double rooms

› 20 Suites

RESTAURANTS

› Gasthaus Eichenheim with large sun terrace, for up to 200 guests

› Restaurant Tirolia, for up to 120 guests

› Cooper Bar, for up to 40 guests

EVENTS

› 6 meeting and event rooms with a total area of 1,100 m 2 , from 20 m 2 to 330 m 2 for up to 400 people

› Grand Alps Spa with 1,800 m² wellness area with outdoor and indoor pool

› Extensive sauna area

› Grand Alps Fitness with most modern Precor equipment over an area of 300 m²

› Grand Alps Yoga with four yoga and meditation rooms over 288 m²

› Ski and e-bike rental

› Golf course (18-hole course)

Königsallee 59 | 40215 Düsseldorf | Germany

T +49 211 8285 0 | F +49 211 8285 1111 info.koe59@hommage-hotels.com | www.hommage-hotels.com

SPA AND FITNESS

LOCATION

› In the centre of Düsseldorf directly on the Königsallee

› Old Town Düsseldorf: 1.3 km

› Düsseldorf railway station: 1.6 km

› Düsseldorf airport: 8.7 km

› Cologne airport: 54 km

BEDROOMS AND SUITES

› 243 Rooms

› 44 Suites

RESTAURANTS

› Restaurant Kö59 by Björn Freitag

› American bar: The Golden EVENTS

› 14 meeting and function rooms with a total of 1,227 m 2 , from 24 m 2 to 720 m 2 for up to 725 people

WE TAKE RESPONSIBILITY

› Partnership with HOLMES PLACE

› 21 m long swimming pool

› Jacuzzi

› Sauna area

› Excellent programme of courses

The Hommage Luxury Hotels Collection attaches great importance to sustainability. In our enhanced sustainability guidelines, we commit to aligning our services to the goal of climate-neutrality. Our specific goals include a resource-saving approach to fossil fuels, water and food. We work with responsible partners such as the 100%-climate-neutral and ClimatePartner-certified printer RESET ST. PAULI. This newspaper is printed on 100%-recycled paper.

5HALLS HOMMAGE HOTELS GmbH

Aachener Straße 1051

50858 Cologne

T +49 221 48567 0

F +49 221 48567 148 info@hommage-hotels.com www.hommage-hotels.com

Authorised representatives:

Jörg T. Böckeler | info@hommage-hotels.com Bettina Schütt | info@hommage-hotels.com

Chairman of the Supervisory Board: Dirk Iserlohe

Register court: District court Cologne

Registration number: HRB 98776

VAT identification number in accordance with § 27 a of the German Value Added Tax Act (Umsatzsteuergesetz): DE325581532

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