Lanserhof Tegernsee: The World-Renowned Medical Spa In Bavaria

Lake Tegernsee does not announce itself. You come over the last hill above the Bavarian foothills and it is simply there: wide, cold and glacially clear, ringed by forested slopes that rise toward the Alps. The light here changes quickly. On still mornings, the water holds the mountain reflections like glass. By afternoon, the peaks have gathered weather.

This is where Lanserhof chose to build what has since been recognised as the World's Best Medical Spa by the World Spa Awards 2025. Not in a city, not near a motorway. In the Bavarian foothills, above a lake, at the edge of the Alps, in a place where the body seems to slow down before the programme has even begun.

Lanserhof Tegernsee covers 21,000 m², making it one of the largest medically focused health retreats in Europe. Its architecture is modern and precise, its facilities among the most advanced in the sector, and its medical team broad enough to address everything from digestive health and cardiovascular function to cognitive decline, post-viral recovery and biological ageing.

The landscape, however, is the detail that guests consistently mention first. The Tegernsee valley is not a backdrop. For a retreat built on the premise that the body regenerates when it is given the right conditions, few places in Europe provide those conditions as naturally or as completely.

Is Lanserhof Tegernsee a spa or a medical clinic?

Lanserhof Tegernsee is a medically supervised health retreat rather than a conventional destination spa. Its programmes combine medical consultations and advanced diagnostics with therapeutic nutrition, movement therapies and restorative treatments. It is best suited to guests seeking a structured gut-health reset, medical detox, comprehensive preventive health assessment, cognitive health support, post-viral recovery or an in-depth longevity programme. It is not a mountain resort with a wellness offering attached.

Lanserhof Tegernsee at a glance

• Location: Above Lake Tegern, in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps, Germany; approximately 60 minutes from Munich Airport and 90 minutes from Innsbruck Airport
• Best known for: The Lanserhof Concept, Modern Mayr Medicine, medical detox and preventive health; named World's Best Medical Spa 2025 by the World Spa Awards
• Best for: Gut health, brain health, metabolic function, stress and energy recovery, rehabilitation, longevity and medically supervised regeneration
• Recommended stay: From four nights for an introductory programme or health check; seven to 14 nights for a more comprehensive cure
• Medical leadership: Dr. med. Elke Benedetto-Reisch, Medical Director
• Accommodation: Spacious double rooms and suites from 55 m² to 100 m², several with open fireplaces, private saunas and panoramic valley or lake views; plus a standalone Pavilion Suite with private chef and gym
• Signature facilities: Heated salt-water pool, fireside lounge, library, 24-hour tea bar, large roof terrace, CellGym, fitness centre, full medical and diagnostic departments
• Exclusive Healing Holidays benefits: Eligible guests receive free nights, a room upgrade on arrival, early check-in, late check-out and a VIP gift. Repeat guests booking seven nights or more may also receive a complimentary Lanserhof signature facial. All offers are combinable.

Key takeaways

• Lanserhof Tegernsee holds the World's Best Medical Spa title. Awarded by the World Spa Awards in 2025, this recognition reflects the scale and quality of the medical offering rather than the spa facilities alone.
• The breadth of the programme range is exceptional. From a gentle Soft Detox to Brain Health, INUSpheresis and full Rehabilitation, Tegernsee covers a wider spectrum of medical programmes than any other Lanserhof property.
• Gut health is the foundation, but not the ceiling. Mayr Medicine underpins many programmes, but the medical team extends well into cardiovascular health, cognitive function, energy metabolism, oncological rehabilitation and biological ageing.
• The setting actively contributes to recovery. Walking, skiing, hiking and being outdoors in the Bavarian Alps are built into the therapeutic approach, not offered as optional leisure.
• The suites are genuinely residential in character. Open fireplaces, private saunas, panoramic valley views and generously proportioned living areas make longer stays at Tegernsee a different experience from other Lanserhof properties.
• The Pavilion Suite offers a completely private programme. With its own kitchen, private chef, gym, steam and sauna, the Pavilion functions as a self-contained retreat within a retreat.
• Booking guidance matters. The range of programmes and accommodation categories at Tegernsee is the most extensive in the Lanserhof portfolio, and expert advice before booking will produce a meaningfully better outcome.

What is the Lanserhof Concept?

The Lanserhof Concept is an integrative health model that brings together naturopathy, psychology, chronomedicine and energy medicine with contemporary medical diagnostics and preventive healthcare.

Its underlying premise is that genuine health cannot be addressed through isolated symptoms. At Tegernsee, the medical team examines the connections between digestion, metabolism, physical capacity, neurological function, stress and emotional state, and builds each programme around what it finds. The goal is not to treat the presenting complaint in isolation, but to understand the conditions that produced it.

Modern Mayr Medicine and digestive health

The majority of Lanserhof Tegernsee's core programmes are built on the principles of F.X. Mayr Medicine, a clinical approach centred on the relationship between digestive health and systemic wellbeing. For an introduction to the philosophy, our comprehensive guide on the Mayr cure explains how digestive rest and cellular regeneration work in practice.

At Tegernsee, the Mayr approach is applied with genuine medical rigour. Dietary levels are prescribed by the attending doctor based on individual assessment. Guests eat slowly, chew deliberately and consume meals in conditions designed to support rather than burden the digestive system. The kitchen reflects this: local, organic, seasonal produce, biophotonic meat and an Energy Cuisine framework that prioritises cellular nourishment over gustatory pleasure.

What makes Tegernsee distinctive is the depth to which the medical team extends beyond digestion. Capsule endoscopy, where guests swallow a small pill camera that records intestinal health in real time, is among the diagnostic tools available here. It is the kind of precision that places this property in a different category from retreats that adopt the language of Mayr Medicine without the clinical infrastructure to support it.

Lanserhof Energy Cuisine

Food at Lanserhof Tegernsee is prepared according to the Energy Cuisine framework: a nutritional approach built on modern research and global food wisdom that provides the body with a carefully calibrated range of antioxidants, vitamins, trace elements and minerals in quantities and forms that support digestive function.

Ingredients are organic, local and seasonal. The meat served is biophotonic, sourced from animals raised humanely outdoors. Portions follow a therapeutic logic rather than a hospitality one: the intention is to give the digestive system the conditions it needs to work properly, not to fill a plate. The quality and precision of the preparation, however, consistently exceeds what guests expect from a programme built around restraint. Evening talks and cookery classes are available for guests who want to carry the principles home.

Inside the Lanserhof Tegernsee medical team

Dr. med. Elke Benedetto-Reisch, Medical Director, has described the Lanserhof philosophy in a single sentence that says more than most wellness marketing manages in a page: "Health is, in many cases, a choice." The team she leads is built around that conviction.

Dr. med. Elke Benedetto-Reisch, Medical Director

Dr. Benedetto-Reisch leads the medical team at Lanserhof Tegernsee. Her leadership reflects a philosophy of medicine that takes prevention seriously: the belief that diagnosing and addressing the conditions that lead to illness is more valuable than treating the illness itself. Her approach sets the tone for a team that combines conventional medical precision with a genuine openness to integrative methods.

Dr. med. Mathias Greiner, Physical and Rehabilitative Medicine

Dr. Greiner specialises in physical and rehabilitative medicine, bringing a specific expertise to the recovery of mobility, physical function and quality of life following illness, surgery or extended stress. His work is central to Lanserhof Tegernsee's Rehabilitation programme and to any programme where the recovery of physical capacity is a primary objective.

Dr. med. Korbinian Gauß, Internal Medicine and Integrative Practice

Dr. Gauß is a specialist in internal medicine with additional qualifications in emergency medicine, naturopathy, acupuncture, nutritional medicine and travel medicine. His profile is one of the most clinically varied on the team, and his combination of conventional internal medicine with naturopathic and acupuncture practice reflects the Tegernsee approach at its most integrative. For guests whose health concerns span multiple systems, his breadth of expertise is directly relevant.

Dr. med. Claudia Milz, General Medicine, Naturopathy and Nutritional Medicine

Dr. Milz is a specialist in general medicine with further qualifications in naturopathy and nutritional medicine. Her practice connects the everyday realities of a patient's health to the broader nutritional and naturopathic framework that underpins many Lanserhof programmes. Her role is particularly relevant for guests approaching the Mayr-based programmes for the first time, where the medical reasoning behind dietary prescriptions needs to be clearly communicated and understood.

Werner Schierl, Surgery and General Medicine

Werner Schierl's background as a specialist in surgery and general medicine adds a layer of clinical range to the team that is not present at every Lanserhof property. His expertise is particularly relevant within the Rehabilitation programme and in cases where the medical history includes surgical intervention or post-operative recovery.

Diagnostics and treatments at Lanserhof Tegernsee

The precise combination of assessments and therapies depends on the programme, duration of stay, medical consultation and individual suitability. Not every treatment is included in every programme, and additional diagnostics may incur an extra charge.

Medical examinations and advanced diagnostics

Lanserhof Tegernsee's published diagnostic capabilities include:

• Medical history and physical examination
• Blood-pressure measurement and urine analysis
• Laboratory screening
• Gastrointestinal diagnostics, including capsule endoscopy
• Echocardiogram (cardiac ultrasound)
• Cardiovascular checks
• Nutritional and metabolic analysis
• Bioimpedance analysis
• Spirometry (lung function)
• Allergy screening
• Hormone saliva testing
• Heart-rate variability measurement
• Physical performance diagnostics
• Gene and DNA testing with detailed physician analysis

The gene and DNA testing available at Tegernsee is among the more advanced preventive diagnostics in the Lanserhof portfolio, enabling the medical team to adapt longevity and metabolic programmes to individual biological profiles rather than generalised protocols.

CellGym

CellGym is a form of intermittent hypoxic training that exposes the body to controlled variations in oxygen levels, stimulating cellular energy production and recovery processes. It is available at Lanserhof Tegernsee and incorporated into selected programmes, particularly those addressing energy, performance and longevity.

INUSpheresis

Lanserhof Tegernsee offers a dedicated INUSpheresis programme. The procedure involves a gentle purification of the blood plasma, during which selected substances are removed before the plasma is returned to the body. Lanserhof describes its purpose as supporting the body's self-healing capacity and reducing inflammation.

As a specialist medical procedure, suitability must be assessed by the clinic's medical team prior to treatment. It is not appropriate for all guests and is offered over 5 or 7-night dedicated programmes.

Movement and performance therapies

Selected programmes may include:

• Sports-science personal training
• Physiotherapy
• Respiratory therapy
• Pilates
• Yoga
• Nordic walking
• Guided hiking in the Bavarian Alps
• Golf and mountain biking (seasonal)
• Skiing (winter season)
• Qi Gong and meditation

The outdoor dimension of the movement offering at Tegernsee is more extensive than at any other Lanserhof property. The Bavarian Alps provide terrain for every level of physical capacity and season, and the medical team integrates outdoor activity into programmes where it serves the individual's therapeutic objectives.

Restorative and manual therapies

Depending on the chosen programme, guests may experience:

• Therapeutic massage
• Acupuncture massage
• Detoxifying connective tissue massage
• Warm herbal steam massage
• Hot stone massage
• Singing bowl massage
• Foot reflex zone massage
• Osteopathy
• Liver cleansing
• Colonic hydrotherapy
• Cryotherapy
• Mesotherapy
• Hypnotherapy
• Infusion therapies
• Respiratory therapy

The singing bowl massage and hypnotherapy are treatments specific to the Tegernsee offering and reflect a programme philosophy that extends into the neurological and psychological dimensions of recovery, not only the physical.

The Rooms and Suites at Lanserhof Tegernsee

The accommodation at Lanserhof Tegernsee is designed around space, views and the quality of rest. Rooms and suites are generous by any standard, and several categories include features that distinguish them entirely from other Lanserhof properties: open fireplaces, private saunas, panoramic valley outlooks and, in the most exclusive category, a fully private retreat within the resort.

All rooms include an electrosmog switch, parquet flooring, complimentary Wi-Fi, a tea-making station and terrace or balcony access. The interiors are warm and calm, with natural materials and a considered palette suited to long periods of rest.

Double Room

At 55 m², the Double Rooms are among the most spacious standard room categories in the Lanserhof portfolio. An open-plan lounge and bedroom combination, bath, shower, terrace-balcony and 46" TV provide a well-equipped and restful base. Select Double Rooms can be connected to the Somnium or Infinitas Suites through a linking door, making them a practical option for families or travelling companions who want proximity without sharing a suite.

Symphonia Suite

At 65 m², the Symphonia Suite is arranged as two lounge and bedroom combinations separated by sliding doors, making it one of the few suite configurations in the Lanserhof portfolio genuinely suited to two guests who want both shared space and independent retreating. A full bathroom and additional shower room, terrace-balcony and 46" TV complete the specification.

Parvus Suite

At 65 m², the Parvus Suite offers a spacious lounge and bedroom combination with a full bathroom, terrace-balcony and an atmosphere of settled, private calm. Its proportions make it a strong choice for solo guests or couples on programmes of seven nights or longer, for whom the room becomes a significant part of the daily routine.

Somnium Suite

At 100 m², the Somnium Suite offers a panoramic view of the pool, its pool house and the forests beyond. Three terrace-balconies, a master bedroom with a large bathroom and double washbasin, a second bedroom with its own bathroom, and a living room with an open fireplace give it a residential character that is rare in a medical retreat context. The 55" TV, drawing room with wardrobe and electrosmog switch complete a suite designed for extended, genuinely comfortable stays.

Infinitas Suite

At 100 m² with a loft-like 50 m² lounge and bedroom combination, the Infinitas Suite is one of the most distinctive room categories at Tegernsee. An open fireplace, corner location with three surrounding terrace-balconies, forest views and an excellent clear-day northern outlook create an environment that is exceptional even within the broader suite category. A private sauna, generous bathroom with individual bath and shower, and drawing room with wardrobe complete a suite that rewards long stays with a quality of privacy and comfort that is difficult to leave.

Elysium Duo Suite

At 100 m², the Elysium Duo Suite faces the golf course and Tegernsee Valley with panoramic views across three terrace-balconies. Two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, a living room with open fireplace and a drawing room with wardrobe make this the most practical choice for two guests seeking equal space and independence within a shared suite.

Elysium Loft Suite

At 100 m² with a loft-like 50 m² lounge and bedroom combination, the Elysium Loft Suite mirrors the Infinitas in layout but faces the golf course and Tegernsee Valley. A corner position, three terrace-balconies, open fireplace, private sauna and generous bathroom make it one of the most sought-after long-stay options at the property.

Pavilion Suite

The Pavilion Suite is set apart from the main building and operates as a self-contained retreat. It has its own driveway, a large bedroom with freestanding bathtub, a private steam shower and sauna, a spacious living and dining area with open-plan study, a separate kitchen staffed by a private chef who prepares balanced and nutritious meals according to the guest's programme requirements, and a private gym for training at any time of day or night, alone or with a personal trainer. Treatments from the main clinic can also be scheduled privately within the Pavilion. It is the only accommodation category in the Lanserhof portfolio that combines full programme access with complete residential separation from the wider retreat.

Please note: room views, balcony configurations and individual features may vary within each category. Healing Holidays can advise on the most appropriate accommodation based on your programme and length of stay.

Spa facilities and the Bavarian setting

Lanserhof Tegernsee sits above Lake Tegern in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps, approximately 60 minutes from Munich Airport. The combination of Alpine air, clear lake water and forest terrain creates a restorative environment that is as physically real as any treatment on the programme. The area is accessible year-round for different reasons: walking and hiking in spring and summer, mountain biking in autumn, skiing in winter.

The resort's facilities include a heated salt-water pool, fitness centre, CellGym, treatment rooms, relaxation spaces, a fireside lounge, library, 24-hour tea bar, large roof terrace, heated outdoor terraces and the full complement of medical and diagnostic facilities across 21,000 m². Meeting rooms and VIP rooms are also available.

The fireside lounge and library deserve particular mention. For a retreat built on the therapeutic value of rest and reduced stimulation, the presence of genuinely comfortable communal spaces for reading and quiet reflection is not a design detail. It is part of how Lanserhof Tegernsee understands recovery.

Which Lanserhof Tegernsee programme is right for you?

Tegernsee offers the most extensive programme range in the Lanserhof portfolio. The right choice depends on your health objectives, available time and the level of medical depth required. Full details and current pricing are available on our dedicated property page.

*Prices are indicative "from" prices supplied by Healing Holidays and may vary according to travel dates, accommodation category, programme inclusions and additional diagnostics.

Best for a first Lanserhof medical detox: Cure Classic

The Cure Classic is the foundational programme at Tegernsee, based on the LANS Med Concept and structured around Modern Mayr Medicine, naturopathy and the latest clinical research. It begins with a thorough medical examination before the attending doctor develops an individual diagnostic and therapeutic strategy. Seven nights is the minimum, but 14 nights allows for a more complete and lasting outcome.

Best for a gentle introduction: Soft Detox

The Soft Detox is the entry point for guests new to the Lanserhof approach or those looking for a medically guided reset without the full rigour of a classical Mayr programme. It supports the body's natural cleansing processes through personalised nutrition, movement therapy and holistic treatments, without extreme fasting. For guests who are uncertain whether a full medical detox is right for them, it is the most measured way to find out.

Best for cognitive health and dementia prevention: Brain Health

The Brain Health programme is one of the most clinically distinctive offerings in the Lanserhof portfolio and one that reflects Tegernsee's particular depth in preventive medicine. It is designed to detect early signs of dementia, Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative conditions and to build the neurological and lifestyle foundations that resist cognitive decline. For guests whose primary concern is not the body but the mind, and specifically its long-term function, this is the programme that no other Lanserhof property currently offers.

Best for advanced healthy-ageing support: Longevity

The Longevity programme uses diagnostics grounded in the biology of ageing, including gene and DNA testing and a full metabolic and cellular assessment, to build a programme adapted to the individual's specific ageing profile. At Tegernsee, the combination of this diagnostic depth with a cardiology-capable team, a CellGym and an outdoor Alpine environment gives the programme a comprehensiveness that is difficult to match elsewhere.

Best for post-viral recovery: Long COVID

The Long COVID programme addresses the persistent effects of COVID infection on lung function, mental performance and physical capacity. Following a thorough medical assessment, the team builds a personalised programme targeting the specific ways in which the infection continues to affect the individual. The availability of respiratory therapy, infusion therapies and rehabilitative medicine within the same team makes Tegernsee particularly well equipped for this programme.

Not sure which Lanserhof Tegernsee programme to choose?
Healing Holidays' wellness specialists can compare the programmes, explain what is included and help you select the right duration. Eligible bookings also benefit from exclusive, combinable offers.
Call 020 7843 3597 or email info@healingholidays.com

What does a typical day at Lanserhof Tegernsee feel like?

Days have a deliberate rhythm. They are full enough to feel purposeful but never packed to the point of fatigue.

A morning might begin with herbal tea from the 24-hour tea bar and a Nordic walk or guided hike in the surrounding forest and Alpine foothills, before therapeutic breakfast and the first medical appointment of the day. Treatment sessions vary according to the programme: a manual abdominal treatment, a CellGym session, physiotherapy, a singing bowl massage or an infusion therapy might appear in the same morning. The mix is determined by the medical team, not by the guest's preferences.

Lunch is the main meal. The afternoon typically includes a period of deliberate rest, a further treatment and, in some programmes, a medical lecture or guided discussion on nutrition, lifestyle or a specific health topic. The evening talks at Tegernsee are frequently cited by returning guests as among the most practically useful elements of the stay: dense with information, delivered by the medical team and directly relevant to the choices a guest makes when they leave.

The intervals between appointments are not to be filled. The library, the fireside lounge, the roof terrace and the lake view are there for a reason.

What Healing Holidays guests say about Lanserhof Tegernsee

Nancy: "from the moment you arrive you feel a wonderful sense of calm"

Nancy described the stay as a great success in every respect: staff who were simultaneously professional and warm, accommodation that was terrific, and a setting of genuine beauty. What stayed with her was the feeling that had built gradually from arrival: the stress draining out quietly, without effort, simply as a consequence of being in that place with that team.

Michelle: a complete transformation

Michelle came to Tegernsee feeling sluggish and hoping for a gentle lift. She left feeling, as she put it, as though the clock had been turned back. "New levels of energy I don't think I have experienced in years." The results were strong enough that she was already planning a return visit by the time she contacted Healing Holidays to share her feedback.

Simon: life-changing, and the results were visible

Simon completed a seven-night LANS Med Basic programme, adding treatments once he arrived. His conclusion was unambiguous: "From the moment of arrival right the way through to my final consultation it was clear that I was in the hands of experts." After the detox, he could both see and feel the difference.

Julie: from scepticism to conviction

Julie went to Tegernsee unconvinced. She left a firm believer. What persuaded her was not the environment or the facilities but the results: visible improvement after a single week, combined with medical guidance specific enough to explain how to sustain those results after leaving. "You really get to learn so much about yourself here."

Is Lanserhof Tegernsee right for you?

Lanserhof Tegernsee may be right for you if:

• You want a medically supervised detox in a setting that contributes actively to recovery
• You are interested in preventive health, cognitive function, metabolic balance or biological ageing
• You want access to advanced diagnostics including gene testing, capsule endoscopy or INUSpheresis
• You are comfortable following a structured therapeutic diet for the duration of your stay
• You need to step away from a demanding professional or personal life in an environment that makes that separation feel natural
• You value outdoor activity as part of recovery and want access to walking, skiing or mountain terrain
• You are looking for a retreat with the widest programme range in the Lanserhof portfolio
• You prefer warm, firelit suites and an Alpine residential atmosphere to a clinical or coastal setting

It may be less suitable if your priority is a sociable resort experience, unrestricted dining, alcohol, nightlife or a stay without medical structure and dietary requirements.

The World Spa Awards did not name Lanserhof Tegernsee the world's best medical spa for its architecture or its lake views, though both are exceptional. It recognised the quality, depth and outcomes of the medical work being done here. That is the reason to go.

Exclusive Lanserhof Tegernsee benefits for Healing Holidays guests

With 14 distinct programmes, seven room categories and an optional standalone Pavilion Suite, the range of choices at Lanserhof Tegernsee is broader than at any other Lanserhof property. Selecting the right combination requires more than reading a summary page.

Healing Holidays can advise on which programme best matches your health objectives, which room category suits the length and nature of your stay, and what to expect from the diagnostic and treatment process before you arrive. Guests benefit from a single dedicated point of contact from initial enquiry through to return.

Exclusive free nights

When booking an eligible programme:

• Stay 7 nights and pay for 6
• Stay 14 nights and pay for 12
• Stay 21 nights and pay for 18

Valid for stays completed by 30 September 2026, subject to terms and conditions.

Added-value benefits

Guests booking a programme of 7 nights or more for 2026 receive:

• A room upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
• Early check-in and late check-out, subject to availability
• A VIP gift

Valid for 2026 bookings, subject to terms and conditions.

Loyalty benefit

Repeat guests booking a programme of 7 nights or more in 2026 receive one complimentary Lanserhof signature facial per person.

Valid for 2026 bookings. Applicable to repeat guests only, subject to terms and conditions.

All three offers are combinable, subject to their respective terms and conditions.

The Healing Holidays verdict

Lanserhof Tegernsee is the most fully realised expression of the Lanserhof philosophy. Not because the other properties fall short, but because Tegernsee has the scale, the team and the range to address the widest possible spectrum of health needs in a single setting.

The Brain Health programme exists nowhere else in the portfolio. The gene and DNA testing, the capsule endoscopy, the INUSpheresis, the Weight and Sports and Rehabilitation programmes: each represents a level of clinical investment that goes beyond what most health retreats, at any price, are prepared to make.

Set this against the Tegernsee valley, the Bavarian Alps, open fireplaces in 100 m² suites, a 24-hour tea bar and a medical team whose director summarises the entire enterprise in seven words, and the World Spa Award starts to look less like a surprise and more like an inevitability.

For guests who want the most complete medically supervised retreat in Europe, this is the answer.

How to book Lanserhof Tegernsee

To select your programme and access Healing Holidays' exclusive offers, contact the wellness team:

• Call: 020 7843 3597
• Email: info@healingholidays.com
• WhatsApp: Contact Healing Holidays directly through the WhatsApp option on the Lanserhof Tegernsee page

All programmes and medical treatments are subject to individual suitability and availability. Prices and offers may change. Terms and conditions apply. The property will be closed between 17 December 2026 and 1 January 2027.

Frequently asked questions about Lanserhof Tegernsee

1. How many days do I need at Lanserhof Tegernsee to see real results?

Four-night programmes like the Soft Detox, Essential Health Check-Up or Me Time provide a genuine introduction to the Lanserhof approach and produce measurable improvements for many guests. For meaningful and sustained change, seven nights is the minimum and 14 nights is what the medical team consistently recommends. Booking with Healing Holidays makes it possible to benefit from exclusive free nights: stay 14 nights and pay for 12.

2. What is the diet like at Lanserhof Tegernsee?

The diet is prescribed by your attending doctor based on your individual medical assessment and programme. It follows the principles of Modern Mayr Medicine, which means digestive rest takes clear priority over abundance. In practical terms: portions are minimal, alcohol and caffeine are not permitted, and the food is organic, local and meticulously prepared. The adjustment in the first few days can be demanding. Most guests find that by the end of the first week, the diet has shifted from something they are enduring to something they understand, and the results they feel confirm why it is structured the way it is.

3. Can I drink coffee or alcohol during my stay?

No. Both are excluded for the duration of the programme to allow the digestive system and liver to work without additional burden. Healing Holidays' advisors strongly recommend reducing coffee and alcohol intake progressively for at least a week before arrival to avoid withdrawal symptoms affecting the early days of the cure.

4. Is Lanserhof Tegernsee suitable for solo travellers?

Yes, and a significant proportion of guests travel alone. The retreat is structured, purposeful and discreet. The daily schedule provides enough activity and social contact through mealtimes, lectures and shared facilities to prevent isolation, while the programme itself is entirely individual. The surrounding landscape also makes solo walking, Nordic walking or simply sitting by the lake a natural and genuinely restorative part of the day.

5. What makes Lanserhof Tegernsee different from Lanserhof Lans and Lanserhof Sylt?

Lanserhof Lans in the Austrian Tyrol is the founding property of the Lanserhof group, with decades of clinical history and an intimate Alpine atmosphere. Lanserhof Sylt brings the philosophy to a North Sea island setting and offers specialist programmes including the Neuro Sleep Reset. Lanserhof Tegernsee is the largest and most programmatically comprehensive of the three: more rooms, more programme categories, more diagnostic depth and the only property to offer the Brain Health programme. The Bavarian Alpine setting, with its lake, forests and seasonal outdoor activity, is also distinctive. For guests who want the broadest possible medical scope within the Lanserhof framework, Tegernsee is the natural choice.

6. Are all diagnostics and treatments included in the programme price?

Your programme price covers a defined set of medical consultations, therapies and treatments. Advanced diagnostics such as gene testing, capsule endoscopy or extensive laboratory panels, and specialist procedures like INUSpheresis, are typically charged additionally. Healing Holidays will explain precisely what your specific programme includes before you book, so there are no surprises on arrival.

7. What should I pack for Lanserhof Tegernsee?

Comfortable, good-quality activewear and loungewear for the day. You will move between medical appointments, treatment rooms, the pool and relaxation spaces throughout. Bring swimwear and solid walking or hiking shoes: the surrounding area is genuinely worth exploring and walking is often incorporated into the programme. In winter, bring appropriate ski or cold-weather clothing. Evenings are relaxed and informal, with no requirement for formal attire.

8. How do I get to Lanserhof Tegernsee?

Munich Airport is approximately 60 minutes by car and is the main international gateway. Innsbruck Airport is approximately 90 minutes away. Healing Holidays can arrange private transfers from either airport on request. The journey itself, through the Bavarian foothills toward the lake, is often the first indication that the retreat has started.