Steinhäuser Hof

The Steinhäuser Hof is a seven-building complex in Neustadt an der Weinstraße, centered on a Gothic main structure that represents the oldest residential building for townspeople in the city. The ensemble brings together architectural styles from the Middle Ages through later centuries, with half-timbered sections and sandstone-framed windows carefully maintained throughout.

The main building dates to 1276 and stands among the oldest structures in Neustadt, growing into its current ensemble through centuries of additions and changes. Major restoration work from 1985 to 1993 saved the complex from decay and prepared it for its role as a modern venue.

The estate takes its name from a family that worked and lived here for generations, leaving their mark on the property. Visitors can still sense this long connection in the details of the old rooms and how they continue to be used today.

The complex now serves as a multi-purpose venue with a restaurant, wine bar, hotel, and official ceremony hall, allowing visitors to combine different activities based on their interests. You can walk through the grounds, enjoy food or drinks, or rent the property for occasions while the historic rooms remain in their original character.

From 2013 to 2023, a Michelin-starred restaurant called Urgestein operated here, known for creative cooking, and later became a culinary education center. This transformation shows how historic places can adapt to new purposes while keeping their soul intact.