Alte Schule - Klassenzimmer
Feldberger Seenlandschaft, Germany




The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Now this is a school you'll be happy to go to! In an idyllic setting, Daniel Schmidthaler serves up an exciting and modern surprise menu comprising five or seven courses in the Klassenzimmer where pupils once studied. The menu changes daily thanks to a constant supply of ever-changing ingredients, freshly sourced directly from the region. Wonderful vegetables and herbs, nuts and fruits, as well as fish or meat, go into complex dishes that are rich in flavour and with a harmonious balance of acidity. The chef's Austrian heritage also shines through from time to time – the apricot buns to go with the coffee are terrific! The decor is simple and stylish, with charming features such as an old tiled stove, parquet flooring and tall mullioned windows. Should you wish to stay the night, there are also bright and comfortable guestrooms. Hotel guests take their meals in the beautiful setting of the conservatory.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
- A fine-dining classroom: Dinner is served in a former school classroom, with period details kept as part of the room’s character.
- Two surprise-menu lengths: The kitchen runs a modern surprise menu in 10 or 12 stages, shaped by what is available that day.
- Deeply local sourcing: Foraging, lake fish and locally sourced game anchor a cooking style built around the Feldberger Seenlandschaft.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
Signature Ingredients
- Wild herbs: Foraged locally and used as the aromatic backbone in the surprise menu.
- Freshwater fish: Delivered from nearby lakes, typically featuring as the day’s catch.
- Game: Sourced locally and worked into the menu when in season.
- Forest fruit and nuts: Used for acidity, sweetness and texture, shifting with the seasons.
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Menu (Klassenzimmer)
- 10 stages (Etappen): €160
- 12 stages (Etappen): €180
Shorter menu option
- 4 courses: €120