James Bond doesn’t get much time for spas, but if he did, he’d need a seriously relaxing one – a spa that’s calming enough to make him forget about saving the world for a few hours. Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne houses such a spa.
If you want proof of just how Bond-worthy Bürgenstock Resort is, consider that the resort featured in perhaps the most iconic Bond film ever made – 1964’s ‘Goldfinger’, featuring scenes around the venue’s lavish, outdoor Hollywood pool. If you want to recreate some of that glamour during your visit, rest assured that there’s a poolside bar, in case the urge for a martini arises – shaken, not stirred, naturally.
While Bond and co. certainly enjoyed their time at the hotel and spa back then (some of the cast and crew also stayed at the resort while filming), these days things have gotten even more impressive.
Take the Alpine Spa infinity pool, for example. Here, you can even bathe in the sky. Or at least that’s what it feels like, thanks to the stunning, high-altitude views and the pool’s edge melting into the cliffside. Those views coupled with toasty, 35-degree water will make the world seem a lot better.
Further aquatic wonders can be found in the Bürgenstock Alpine Spa. Here, you’ll be able to soak up the effects of 20 pools, plunge pools and steam rooms, waking yourself up with a refreshingly chilly 10-degree dip, before treating yourself to seriously soothing 60-degree water. Don’t miss the chance to float – seemingly weightless – in a saline bath in a darkened room, providing just the right amount of sensory deprivation to allow you to switch off completely.
If you’re after even deeper rejuvenation, head straight to the Waldhotel Spa (the resort’s second spa), designed by lauded architect Matteo Thun, whose sustainability-driven ethos ensures that that the spa’s focus on nature shines brightly through. This is the place to come to rejuvenate and recharge through a range of treatments, from deep-tissue massages to indulgent manicures.
Once you’ve achieved spa nirvana, you should be ready for something invigorating: riding Europe’s highest outdoor lift. At 1,132 metres, the Hammetschwand Lift is a thrilling experience and is easily accessible from the resort as the perfect visual reminder of the mind-blowing landscapes around you, including premium views of Lake Lucerne.
So, there you have it. A spa and a resort fit for – and even visited by – Bond. But even if your world-saving credentials don’t quite match up to those of 007, you’ll still be welcomed at Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne. Find out more and book your stay at burgenstockresort.com.