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Angelika Hartung traveled the world picking up effective healing practices as far away as Malaysia and Dubai. She also studied Naturopathy, a form of medicine that incorporates ancient practices. Her skills were so vast and rare she could have taken them anywhere in the world. But as soon as she stepped foot at Waldhaus Flims Alpine Grand Hotel & Spa, in a remote part of the Swiss Alps, she knew where her heart belonged. “It felt like another world opened up,” she said. “I Instantly knew that guests could unwind and recharge their batteries at this beautiful place, surrounded by forest and nature.”
Angelika Hartung wasn’t the only one struck by the natural powers of this place. In 1877 the hotel was opened by two men in a town close to Flims. They attained a spa permit, something that was rare in those days. They set up a bathing establishment on the Caumasee, a nearby lake fed from underground water sources that locals believed had healing powers. People flocked to the spa from all over the world to cure what ailed them. The hotel even hired a doctor to oversee the healing of guests. It’s a powerful history not lost on the spa director. She often travels to the Waldhaus Museum to learn even more about what happened there centuries ago.
The Waldhaus Spa takes full advantage of its landscape. The indoor pool is surrounded by glass so bathers get a 360 degree view of the forests and mountains. There is an outdoor pool and Jacuzzi where people can relax with fresh air on their faces. In the winter steam emerges, giving an even more magical sensation. The hot and cold combination is extremely healing. There is even a spa dug into the ground. Natural heat emerges from the earth’s core submerging bathers in vital nutrients. Those looking to try something new can elect to have a treatment brought over from an exotic part of the world. The infrared sauna is a favorite amongst guests. The rest of the sophisticated hotel is also designed for ultimate relaxation of the body and soul. The posh rooms have uber-comfortable beds, balconies overlooking the mountains, and sprawling marble bathrooms. Restaurants like Siam, a modern take on Thai food, provide healthy, nutritious meals that are also delicious and indulgent.
From forest bathing to e-bike tours, Hartung plays the ultimate host, sharing her favorite indoor and outdoor actives around Flims.
Forest bathing or shinrin yoku isn’t exactly what it sounds like. It doesn’t even involve water. Rather, this time-honored practice heals the body simply by being surrounded by nature. It’s an intentional walk through the forest where the sturdiness of the trees, the serenity of the birds, and the confidence of the mountain tops seep deep into the practitioner. The goal is to really focus on nature and let the inner feelings that overcome the body last for weeks, months, or even years. There are scientific studies saying they do. “There are so many beautiful walks through the forest which are ideal to do this,” said Hartung. The spa directs hotel guests to the ideal places.
The Swiss Alps are known for having incredible food. Skiers or hikers will stumble upon a small bistro, tucked perfectly into the mountain side, that has incredible food prepared by passionate people. Other haunts are found on the main streets of small towns. One of these is Hartung’s favorite, Bistro Kaufmannfrauen (1 Il Stuz, Flims; +41-81-911-2632) in Flims. The family-run restaurant serves regional and housemade products. Locals head there for cakes in the morning and fresh salads in the afternoons. Homemade ice creams and lemonade make the perfect snack. It’s a place you’re sure to bump into fascinating people, both locals and those from abroad. “This is a place where people meet,” she said.
For Hartung the best way to explore Flims is by e-bike. Rental shops in town lend them to visitors. Trails lead up mountain tops or down into valleys. There are ones that go deep into the forest, to overlooks that offer panoramic views, even to turquoise blue lakes perfect for bathing. The bikes have a silent, electric motor to get to hard to reach places with minimal effort. The hotel can help arrange rentals.
Chadafö Bar is the cocktail bar and cigar lounge in the Waldhaus Flims Alpine Grand Hotel & Spa. It exudes elegance with velvet chairs, deep wooden bars, and a beamed ceiling. It’s the ideal place to unwind after a long day of hiking or skiing. While you’re body will relax, your mind will be stimulated. All the cocktails here come with a lesson in history. Most of the recipes were concocted from 1800 to 1933. After trying them it’s hard to imagine why any bartender has felt the need to reinvent the wheel since. The bar also hosts jazz musicians that add to the old-school vibe. Hartung recommends this place even if you don’t drink alcohol. It’s a fun experience for everyone.
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