Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa to Launch Villa Stéphanie

The new spa, housed in the historic Villa Stéphanie adjacent to the existing hotel, will combine beauty, detox and emotional and medical care to offer an integrated approach to health.

Over the last two years, Brenners has worked to create Europe's most refined spa concept for the 21st century. Villa Stéphanie is spread out over five floors and is comprised of a 5,382 square foot sauna, kneipping baths, plunge pool for recovery, private fitness center, physio and spinal treatments, a hammam, ladies' spa, private park and sunken garden. ‘Le Salon' will feature an impressive library and a beautiful private terrace facing Brenner's park.

“Brenners is one of the founders of the Spa movement in Europe and has continued to carry the name ‘Spa' in its name since 1983,” said Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa Managing Director and Oetker Collection CEO Frank Marrenbach. “With over 30 years of experience, we feel it is the right time to bring the subject to a completely new level. Addressing the character of a big private house, we will create a highly individualized approach to health and wellbeing.”

Villa Stéphanie will also be connected to ‘Haus Julius,' an 18,300 square foot property dedicated solely to Brenners Medical Care. The twelve oversized double rooms and three impressive corner suites are designed for guests seeking an intense spa experience in a unique and timeless atmosphere.

‘Haus Julius' will offer a variety of services from some of Germany's top experts including dermatology, gynaecology, ophthalmology, multi-functional dentistry, a laboratory, GP, cardiology, psychology, physiotherapy and nutritional coaching. The medical partners will work closely with top national practices to ensure aftercare and recuperation as well as health check-ups for those guests who seek to maintain optimal wellbeing.

Designed in an elegant and contemporary style by Bergit Countess Douglas, who is also responsible for the continuous refurbishment of Brenners over the past 25 years, the overall concept of Villa Stéphanie denotes a warm and comforting atmosphere in elegant surroundings.

“The design of Villa Stéphanie will be seeped in history. The colors will be fresh, the room furnishings distinct, the wooden panelling light, the atmosphere young and the art modern,” said Countess Douglas. “In terms of quality, the furnishings will be consistent with the standards set by Brenners Park-Hotel, yet the atmosphere of the spa will be one step more contemporary.”

Originally erected in 1890, Villa Stéphanie was created as a residence for royalty, named after Stéphanie de Beauharnais, Grand Duchess of Baden and adoptive daughter of Napoleon I. Beyond Villa Stéphanie, the spa town of Baden-Baden, known for centuries as ‘Europe's summer capital,' has long attracted royalty who came to rejuvenate for months at a time to ensure good health. Located in the foothills of the Black Forest, the town is also famous for its opera house, parks and gardens including the world famous ‘Lichtentaler Allee', where both Brenners-Park and Villa Stéphanie are located.

With the promise to bestow the best possible overall experience for guests' needs, a private host with a strong medical and spa background will be allocated to guests upon arrival. Comparable to a private home, the host will remain the one and only person of contact throughout a stay at Villa Stéphanie, ensuring simplicity and continuity to the experience.

“For those who devote all their energy to their families and businesses year round, Villa Stéphanie is a place to regain strength, focus and health to help people master their demanding lives even better,” said Marrenbach.

For more information, visit www.villastephanie.com or www.brenners.com.