Relais & Châteaux’s sleepy northern Bavaria outpost, Burg Wernberg, enshrouds guests in modern comforts with stylistic nods to the past. Rooms with cutaways of worn, exposed brickwork tell as much a story as the frescoed archways depicting life at the castle hundreds of years ago, while suites in authentically rustic decor – all ornate woodworks and plush furnishings, provide fairytale-esque lodgings fit for a king or queen. Michelin-starred dining at restaurant Kastell ensures an eclectic gastronomic experience, and the more expeditionary can take in the rolling Bavarian countryside and nearby Schwanhof Golf Club.

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