Inside the Alpine sanctuary of the Susanne Kaufmann Hotel & Spa

At Hotel Post Bezau, each meal represents a sacred ritual. The menu is composed of local, fresh and seasonal produce, exemplifying a virtuous approach to nutrition fused with delicate flavours. During retreats, detox meals or custom-made courses awake the palate, releasing renewed energy from within in a way that perfectly encapsulates the hotel’s philosophy: healthy eating can provide pleasure for the senses, just as much as it can bring nourishment to the body.

Physical movement restores a subtle sense of structure to retreat days: yoga overlooking the mountains, Qi Gong at the edge of alpine forests or meditative walks along Bregenzerwald’s beautiful trails. Relaxation spots and calming rituals invite guests to slow down and breathe deeply, reconnecting the body and mind. In this sanctuary-like space, every action is intended to elicit mental tranquillity and prompt reparative sleep, for rediscovered internal harmony that’s distanced from daily stresses.

Finally, inside the spa, treatments aren’t the only access point for deep-rooted R&R. Saunas with summit views, heated pools and various relaxation spaces promise revitalisation and uninterrupted moments of contemplation. In this singular setting, the body unwinds, peace of mind returns and each visit becomes a voyage for the senses – a precious pause from the everyday, during which guests learn to listen to their needs and rediscover their inner balance.

It was in this very place, 15 years previously, that Susanne Kaufmann first envisaged the premise of her brand: beauty products combining potent active ingredients and alpine plants picked from the nature surrounding her hotel. The inspiration? Quality products to complement and enhance the benefits of the many massages and treatments offered by the spa. Today, Susane Kaufmann’s spa is a real sanctuary, dedicated to regeneration and serenity. Bathed in sunlight and decorated in a minimalist manner, its light wood, local stones and warm textures invite you into a cosy and ultra-comfortable realm of relaxation, where time appears to stand still.

The treatments extend far beyond simple aesthetic beauty – they’re designed to balance the body and mind, holding steadfast to a holistic approach that blends scientific expertise with alpine tradition. The therapists, trained to the highest level, tailor every massage to the needs of the individual, making each appointment a unique sensorial ritual. The rich textures of the products used, combined with the precision of each expert therapist’s hand movements, bring about an inimitable sensation of weightlessness coupled with profound well-being.

Day 2: The day starts with a yoga class, overlooking the mountains. Total silence – all you can hear are the sounds of nature. Next up is a face treatment enriched with Ectoin (one of the active ingredients Susanne Kaufmann favours in her formulas, since it soothes the skin and strengthens the skin barrier), resulting in smoothed, replumped skin. This treatment promotes drainage of the face, and it alleviated all the tension I was holding onto in my shoulders.
 
Day 3: Our last plant-based meal. Detox options are available on the menu here, but in no shape or form do these signify a punishment. We’re not talking a couple of boiled vegetables! The chef cooks to perfection, and the combination of flavours, textures and seasoning is exquisite. I’m almost tempted to ask the chef to set up shop in my hometown!
 
Overview: I would go back without a shadow of a doubt. With such outstanding services and offerings, this experience is a gift-to-self, to indulge in at least once!”

- Marion, Expertise and Customer Experience Director at Oh My Cream

Hotel Post Bezaum & Susanne Kaufmann Spa

Brugg 35, 6870 Bezau im Bregenzerwald, Austria 

www.hotelpostbezau.com