Hotel Sonnhof by Vitus Winkler A gourmet break in the Salzkammergut

At the design hotel Sonnhof by Vitus Winkler, relaxed luxury meets alpine cuisine. Let the two-Michelin-star cooking at the KRÄUTERREICH restaurant enchant you. Shape your exclusive culinary journey entirely to your own wishes: whether fascinating culture, culinary delights or natural treasures.


Dates and prices
5 days HB from CHF 1'850.-
Departure dates
21.03. - 25.03.2027 So. - Do. from CHF 1'850.-

Day 1: Switzerland – St. Veit im Pongau

Journey via St. Gallen to the lovely Salzkammergut. Arrival at Hotel Sonnhof by Vitus Winkler****. Look forward to your first dinner together and enjoy the hotel's gourmet menu in authentic surroundings.

Day 2: Herb walk

(Optional) In the morning, join top chef Vitus Winkler for an informative herb walk across the Alpine meadows of the Salzburg region. The award-winning chef will train your eye for local wild herbs and share his knowledge of their culinary and healing properties. Afterwards, under professional guidance, you will turn your gathered treasures into your own personal Alpine herb salt. To finish, enjoy a flavourful herb foam soup and a herbal drink. Free afternoon. Dinner together at the hotel.

Day 3: Salzburg

(Optional) In the morning, Salzburg unfolds in all its splendour. You will stroll through the old town with a local guide and discover Mozart's birthplace, the majestic cathedral, the blooming Mirabell Gardens and the bustling Getreidegasse. Every corner tells of history, music and the art of living. After lunch (not included), the afternoon is entirely yours. Perhaps for a visit to a coffee house or a walk up to Hohensalzburg Fortress. Dinner together at the hotel.

Day 4: Salzkammergut – Fine dining

(Optional) Drive with a local guide through the enchanting Salzkammergut, where glittering lakes, gentle hills and picturesque villages form a harmonious landscape. On Lake Wolfgang, an atmospheric boat trip awaits, reflecting the beauty of the region in all its facets. You will then be guests at the legendary Hotel Weisses Rössl and enjoy a stylish lunch with regional character and views of the sparkling water. The evening is at your leisure. (Optional) Alternatively, treat yourself to an exclusive 5-course gourmet menu at the nature-inspired restaurant KRÄUTERREICH.

Day 5: St. Veit im Pongau – Switzerland

After eventful days in the Salzkammergut, you begin your journey home with unforgettable memories.

Chef of the Year 2026

Gault & Millau officially named Vitus Winkler "Chef of the Year 2026". In his award-winning restaurant, the top chef creates visionary dishes deeply rooted in Alpine nature, combining tradition with modern avant-garde.

Car Rouge Plus
  • Travel by Premium coach
  • 3 x half board (dinner/breakfast buffet)
  • 1 x bed and breakfast (room/breakfast buffet)
  • Car Rouge tour escort
Highlights
  • 2 Michelin-star restaurant
  • Mozart's city of Salzburg
  • Herb walk
  • Boat trip on Lake Wolfgang
  • Scenic drive through the Salzkammergut
Route map Hotel Sonnhof by Vitus Winkler
Car Rouge Plus
  • Travel by Premium coach
  • 3 x half board (dinner/breakfast buffet)
  • 1 x bed and breakfast (room/breakfast buffet)
  • Car Rouge tour escort
Hotels

You will stay at the renowned ****Designhotel Sonnhof by Vitus Winkler in St. Veit im Pongau. The individually designed rooms offer space to arrive and feel at home. In the nature-inspired spa with heated outdoor pool, you can enjoy moments of relaxation with views of the Salzburg mountains. The culinary heart of the hotel is the 2-star gourmet restaurant KRÄUTERREICH.

Advice and booking: Monday – Friday from 8.00 am to 12.00 noon and from 1.00 pm to 5.00 pm

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