We were looking for a place to stay in Baden-Wurttemberg after a spa visit at Baden-Baden. I…read morebooked this B&B after seeing how highly it was rated on TripAdvisor. Also, the rates were very reasonable, and it included breakfast. The property does not have elevators, or AC. I don't remember seeing heat either, but then again, I went in the middle of summer and didn't look very hard for heat. The service at the hotel is wonderful. We got faulty directions from GPS unit, and got to the hotel after the stated last check-in time. I had tried to call to let them know that we were coming but alas, the cell phone reception was very poor. Nonetheless, the very friendly front desk lady stayed past her off duty time until we got there and checked us in before leaving. We definitely appreciated this level of service! The town of Lichtenau is a small quaint town. After we checked in, it was a little after 10pm. There were only two spots in town that were still open for food. The next morning, after our breakfast at Landgasthof zur Blume, we took a leisurely stroll around town. On the surface, there's not much to do or see at Lichtenau. In reality, we really enjoyed interacting with the local people during our walk around town. Everyone is so friendly, and the houses so beautifully kept. We love Lichtenau, and we love Landgasthof zur Blume. We hope to be back very soon.

From the owner: Kleines, aber feines 3-Sterne-Hotel in Rheinau im Ortenaukreis. Ideal für Tagesausflüge in den…read moreSchwarzwald und Elsass oder für Städtetripps nach Straßburg, Baden-Baden, Rastatt und Offenburg. Außerdem gut geeignet für Motorradfahrer und Aktivurlauber, um die Region in der Rheinebene zu erkunden.

The restaurant Au Boeuf, which is housed in a wonderfully kept 184 year old tudor style cottage in…read morethe village of Sessenheim, has been run as an eatery by the same family for four generations. The food is fine French dining through and through, but with a twist, as it concentrates on local Alsatian cuisine using local produce, including Alsatian wines. While there are no vegetarian dishes on the menu, it is possible to politely ask for a vegetable platter, and the chef will do what he can. Non-vegetarians fare very well indeed, with a great choice of meat and fish dishes. The puddings and complimentary petit fours with coffee are to die for, and the selection of refined cheeses is nothing short of stunning. The staff are attentive and friendly, and although this is not the cheapest place in the area, it is worth a visit on special occasions. Do also check out the owners' collection of items connected to the famous German poet Goethe, who was a resident in Sessenheim for a while, for a little bit of history. Very highly recommended.