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The day for the women!

On March 8, women take center stage.

International Women's Day is ideal for celebrating women's rights.

This year's theme is #EmbraceEquality, for a gender-equal future.

This day is celebrated worldwide in various ways.

The Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitzcame up with a special idea this year.

The nature resort invites you to a delicious brunch to enjoy the day with a splendid view of the crystal-clear Lake Drewitz. From 12 PM, guests will be greeted with a sparkling wine and the enjoyment can begin.

A delicious, diverse buffet prepared with love featuring breakfast creations, warm dishes, appetizers, and sweet desserts awaits the guests. Fresh coffee, juices, and many other beverages will be available.

The Women's Day Brunch offers everything that belongs to it and ensures a relaxed atmosphere.

The kitchen team of the restaurant THE VIEW has established itself through its many culinary events and impresses with seasonal, regional delicacies - this should not be missed.

Whether with friends, colleagues, or family, women deserve to enjoy the Women's Day to enjoy to the fullest.

For the perfect ending, cozy walks directly in the nature reserve ensure relaxation. The possibilities on site are diverse.

The Women's Day Brunch is the ideal opportunity to take a break from the stressful everyday life and indulge with loved ones.

For more information and reservations visit: drewitzersee.vandervalk.de

Van der Valk Leisure and Tourism GmbH · Krakower Chaussee 1 · 18292 Linstow

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Secret Places directly by the LAKE– Naturresort Drewitz

Nossentiner Hütte- There are places that touch you, where you forget the time, breathe deeply, and truly arrive at yourself. One of these places is the Van der Valk Naturresort Drewitz - a real insider tip amidst the Mecklenburg Lake District, located directly by the tranquil Drewitzer Lake. Surrounded by dense forests and vast nature, relaxation becomes an experience here.

A place to breathe deeply

The Naturresort Drewitz is the perfect retreat for anyone looking to escape everyday life. Here, luxurious tranquility meets natural beauty. Guests enjoy their stay in stylish holiday homes and apartments—surrounded by greenery, with views of the crystal-clear Lake Drewitz. Whether it's walks through the biosphere reserve, relaxing hours on the lake terrace, or a boat tour over the water—the possibilities to unwind are endless.

With the opening of four exclusive suites – "Wilderness Grandeur Suite", "The Green Emerald", "Sunset Loft Retreat", and "Natural Vintage Suite" – the nature resort expands its offerings with high-quality retreats that combine modern design with the tranquility of nature. Each suite impresses with its individual style, noble materials, and a view that highlights the special location directly on Lake Drewitz.

Cuisine at the highest level

A special highlight of the resort is the hotel's own restaurant "THE VIEW," which delights with regional and seasonal specialties. The cuisine relies on fresh local ingredients and interprets traditional dishes with a creative touch.

Starting July 1st, the summer grill buffet was opened - with everything that goes with it: juicy steaks, fresh fish, crispy side dishes, and a relaxed atmosphere by the water. From July to September, the grill buffet becomes a meeting place for gourmets every Friday evening.

For those who love suspense and entertainment, the nature resort offers a varied event program. Whether crime comedy, true-crime dinner with bestselling author Veikko Bartel or a burlesque dinner full of elegant dances - each event is an experience in itself. Particularly atmospheric: the nostalgia dinner with singer Herr Könnig, who musically transports guests to the 1920s to 1940s.

Variety of events for every taste

But the nature resort has more to offer than just culinary delights. For those seeking inner peace, a yoga session on the Lake SPA Terrace will provide new energy. On August 24th, our terrace with lake views transforms into an oasis of mindfulness - accompanied by professional guidance and the soothing atmosphere of the water. This experience of tranquility and mindfulness can also be continued in 2026 when we invite you to our fasting days. You can choose between the two proven arrangements "Base Fasting by the Lake" and "Buchinger Fasting by the Lake," which specifically detox the body while strengthening inner balance.

For more information and reservations, visit:drewitzersee.vandervalk.de 

Van der Valk Leisure and Tourism LLC · Krakower Chaussee 1 · 18292 Linstow

PM - VDV 08/2025
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Great joy at the Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitz. The German Hotel and Restaurant Association (DEHOGA) once again confirmed the 4-star category for the nature resort located in the Müritz region and directly on Lake Drewitz for another three years. After a thorough examination as part of the reclassification, DEHOGA once again classified the entire complex with holiday homes for 2 to 6 people and suites as accommodation for high standards. DEHOGA representative Roland Metzig handed over the coveted plaque to Heike Gebauer on-site. "We are very pleased with the award and view it as confirmation and at the same time as motivation for our work," emphasizes the marketing manager. Located halfway between Berlin and Rostock, the Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitz is in the heart of the Mecklenburg Lake District and directly on Lake Drewitz in the Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heath Nature Park. The facility offers accommodation in 48 modern and freshly renovated holiday homes with fireplaces for up to 6 people and suites. The holiday homes with sun terraces and adjoining land are spread over a wooded area of 14 hectares. The main building and boathouse have, among other things, event rooms for up to 80 people, the à la carte restaurant "The View" with a large terrace and lake view, as well as an indoor pool and sauna. A bicycle, rowing boat, and fishing rod rental, a fitness trail, and an exclusive spa area with a SEE Lounge on the water complement the offerings for vacationers and locals.

Quality seal for the first time for the Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitz

Drewitz/Nossentiner Hütte. The quality seal "Angelurlaub MV – Geprüfte Qualität" of the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Tourism Association now also adorns the gates of the Van der Valk Naturresort on Lake Drewitz.

The certificate awards Providers in fishing tourism who meet the expectations and wishes of fishing vacationers in particularly fulfill and thus offer the guest the best conditions for a  offer an excellent fishing vacation in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

To receive the quality seal, businesses must meet all mandatory criteria of a relevant checklist. These include very general ones, such as proof of valid classification by an independent testing system, as well as topic-related ones, which involve various aspects surrounding fishing, for example, certain equipment and service features of the provider.

Overall, a certified company may advertise with the logo "Fishing Holiday MV – Certified Quality" for three years.

The Van der Valk Naturresort Drewitz is located in the heart of the Mecklenburg Lake District, halfway between Berlin and Rostock, directly on Lake Drewitz. The facility in the Nossentiner-Schwinzer Heide Nature Park offers accommodation in 48 modern apartments and holiday homes spread over a wooded area. The main building and boathouse feature, among other things, event rooms for up to 80 people each, a restaurant with a sun terrace and lake view, as well as an indoor pool and sauna. A bicycle, rowboat, and fishing equipment rental complement the offerings.

Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitz
At Drewitzer Lake 1
17214 Nossentiner Hütte OT Drewitz

Nossentiner Hütte / Drewitz- The German Hotel and Restaurant Association (DEHOGA) once again confirmed the 4-star category for the Van der Valk Naturresort Drewitz, located in the Müritz region and directly on Lake Drewitz, for another three years.

As part of the reclassification, the DEHOGA once again classified the entire complex with apartments and holiday homes as accommodation for high standards.

The DEHOGA representatives Roland Metzig (left) and Birte Nagel (right) presented Heike Gebauer (second from left) and Martin Krüger (third from left) with the coveted plaque on site. "We are very pleased with the award and see it as both a confirmation and an incentive for our work," emphasized the Marketing Manager and the Operations Manager.

Halfway between Berlin and Rostock is the Van der Valk Naturresort Drewitz, situated in the Mecklenburg Lake District and the Nossentiner-Schwinzer Heide Nature Park, directly on Lake Drewitz. The facility offers accommodation in 48 modern apartments and holiday homes spread across a wooded area of 14 hectares. The main building and the boathouse feature, among other things, event rooms for up to 80 people, a restaurant with a sun terrace and lake view, as well as an indoor pool and sauna. A bicycle, rowboat, and fishing gear rental service complements the offerings.

Award for high environmental and social standards TUI Environmental Champion for Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitz

Drewitz/Nossentiner Hütte. Once again, there is reason to be happy at the resort on Lake Drewitz. This is because the news about receiving the TUI Environmental Champion 2017 award has arrived there in recent days.

With this award, the organizer has been honoring hotels annually since 1996 that particularly commit to environmentally friendly and socially responsible hotel management. This can be done in various ways, such as by helping the hotels save electricity and water, waste to
avoid or reuse wastewater, but also by involving the local population, for example by using regional products or employing many locals.

To receive the coveted award, hotels must meet two criteria. Firstly, they need a valid sustainability certificate recognized by the GSTC (Global Sustainable Tourism Council). Secondly, at least 80% of TUI guests must express satisfaction with the hotel's environmental commitment, as indicated in the relevant guest questionnaires.

Only slightly more than 200 hotels worldwide were currently able to meet these requirements and can now call themselves TUI Environmental Champion 2017. Against this backdrop, they are particularly proud of the renewed award in Drewitz, according to Operations Manager Martin Krüger.

The Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitz is located in the heart of the Mecklenburg Lake District, halfway between Berlin and Rostock and directly on Lake Drewitz. The facility in the Nossentiner-Schwinzer Heath Nature Park offers accommodation in 48 modern apartments and holiday homes scattered across a wooded area. The main building and the boathouse include, among other things, event rooms for up to 80 people each, a restaurant with a sun terrace and lake view, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. A bicycle, rowing boat, and fishing equipment rental complement the offerings.

Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitz
At Drewitzer Lake 1
17214 Drewitz
T. 039927 7670
E. drewitz@vandervalk.de
www.drewitzersee.vandervalk.de  

Van der Valk Leisure and Tourism GmbH · Krakower Chaussee 1 · 18292 Linstow

PM VDV 07/2017

Pleasurable winter evenings at Drewitzer See – Gourmet dinner events of the highest class at Van der Valk Naturresort Drewitz 

When the days get shorter and winter comes knocking at the door, the Van der Valk Naturresort Drewitz transforms into a stage for extraordinary moments of enjoyment.

Located directly on the crystal-clear Drewitzer See, the nature resort offers a special event series in the cold season that stylishly combines adventure, culinary delights, and relaxation.

The start will be on November 8th with the Crime Comedy Dinner "Schön war die Zeit" – a humorous, mysterious evening that guarantees excitement and entertainment.

On November 22nd, a particularly elegant experience awaits: At the Burlesque Dinner, guests experience sensual seduction art in a stylish setting.

For true crime fans, things will get exciting on November 29 when defense attorney Veikko Bartel narrates real criminal cases in a gripping manner at the True Crime Dinner Show.

Those who prefer to be active themselves can look forward to an evening full of puzzles and logic at the Escape Dinner on December 4th.

Also on December 13, guests can expect another evening of crime-filled entertainment with the crime comedy dinner "The Comeback of the Synders."

A look into the coming year already reveals the first highlights: On January 24, 2026, a former bodyguard takes the audience on a gripping journey through the GDR's history – in "HONNECKER'S BODYGUARD TELLS".

And on Women's Day, March 7, 2026, Farmer Korl provides humor, warmth, and culinary highlights during an entertaining dinner evening.

All dinner events are accompanied by a lovingly curated multi-course menu that makes the evening a culinary experience as well. The event location directly by the lake with a lake terrace not only offers a breathtaking view but also an atmosphere that perfectly combines relaxation and enjoyment. Surrounded by untouched nature and soothing tranquility, the nature resort is the ideal place to celebrate special moments.

For all those who want to let the evening end in comfort, attractive overnight arrangements in the comfortable apartments are available. Included are a rich vitality breakfast the next morning and free entry to the on-site swimming pool – ideal for a relaxed weekend full of experiences, enjoyment, and relaxation in the midst of the Mecklenburg Lake District.

For more information and reservations, please visit: drewitzersee.vandervalk.de

PM – VDV 10/2025
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Sustainability certificate awarded for the first time to the resort at Drewitzer Lake

Drewitz/Nossentiner Hütte. Shortly after confirmation of the successful reclassification as a 4-star hotel by DEHOGA MV, Van der Valk Naturresort Drewitz can celebrate another award. On March 6th, the news of receiving the Travelife Silver Award arrived there.

Travelife is a worldwide initiative founded in 2007 that is committed to sustainable developments in tourism by helping tourism companies on their path to greater sustainability. The focus is on the environment and people, starting from the guest, through the employee to the supplier.

As part of a multi-stage certification program and based on a comprehensive catalogue of criteria that includes international standards and guidelines (such as ISO 14001 –
Environmental management) integrated, businesses can evaluate, document, and communicate their previous sustainable achievements. At the same time, they are empowered for environmentally friendly and socially responsible business management. At the final stage of the certification process, compliance with international Travelife standards is checked by an independent assessor during an on-site audit and, if applicable, certified with a bronze, silver, or gold status.

Leading tour operators such as TUI or Thomas Cook are already using the Travelife system for accommodations. This allows them to assess accommodations based on specific criteria such as energy efficiency, waste and water management, as well as factors like health and safety, relationships with locals (regionality), or fair business practices.

The Travelife Award is valid for 2 years. During this period, certified companies may communicate their exceptional achievements in sustainability to their customers and other stakeholders using the Travelife Premium logo.

Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitz**** in the Nossentiner-Schwinzer Heide Nature Park
In the heart of the Mecklenburg Lake District, halfway between Berlin and Rostock and located directly on Lake Drewitz, you will find the Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitz. Covering a total area of 14 hectares, the facility offers accommodation in 48 modern apartments and holiday homes spread over a wooded area. The main building and the boathouse include, among other things, event rooms for up to 80 people each, a restaurant with a sun terrace and lake view, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. Bicycle, rowing boat, and fishing equipment rental complete the offer.

Drewitzer Lake/Nossentiner Hütte • On February 26, the Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitz, Germany's first Viverde Hotel since 2013, received the official 4-star hotel classification. After a thorough examination during the reclassification process, DEHOGA once again rated the facility as "accommodation for high standards." The joy was accordingly great when DEHOGA representative Roland Metzig (right) presented the coveted plaque to Sales & Marketing Manager Heike Gebauer (middle) and Operations Manager Chris Smeets (left). "We are very proud of the confirmation of the classification. Besides the satisfaction of our guests, this is the most beautiful reward for our efforts," said Heike Gebauer.

Located in the heart of the Mecklenburg Lake District and directly on Lake Drewitz, the resort offers accommodation in 48 modern apartments and holiday homes, idyllically spread over a wooded area of 14 hectares. The main building and the boathouse include, among other things, event rooms for up to 90 people, a restaurant with a sun terrace and lake view, as well as an indoor pool and sauna. A bike, rowing boat, and fishing equipment rental complete the offer. The à la carte restaurant, indoor pool, and apartments/holiday homes have been extensively renovated over the past one and a half years.

Still known to most as the hunting residence of the former head of state and party of the former GDR, or later as the nature park residence or even as the Naturresort Drewitzer See, the idyllic estate in the Nossentiner-Schwinzer Heide has been owned by the Dutch family business Van der Valk since 2009.

In search of a viable concept, the owner found a strong partner in TUI, and since May of this year, under its young, nature-connected brand VIVERDE, the gem at Drewitzer Lake has been welcoming guests. No expense or effort was spared to meet the concept of environmentally conscious and sustainable tourism and, accordingly, the expectations of the guests.

Now, after a long, busy winter of 2012/2013, they can look forward to elaborately renovated holiday homes, a modern and cozy restaurant, and a new swimming pool with a real feel-good atmosphere. Gradually, progress continues; the renovation of the sauna and wellness area has already been initiated.

The facility with its amenities is not only open to overnight guests. Rather, it is intended to serve as an excursion destination, offering locals the opportunity to unwind by the Drewitzer Lake during a "short vacation." Whether in the restaurant, where chef Christian Höfs impresses with fresh regional and international cuisine featuring herbs from the in-house herb garden, at the swimming pool, or at one of the numerous events.

Maybe you also feel like discovering this once-secret place anew? Then just stop by. The restaurant is open daily from 12 - 9 PM. Tip: Make it a nice Sunday and let yourself be pampered by the Viverde Mecklenburgische Seen team at a late summer brunch on September 8th from 11 AM - 2 PM. A beautiful view of the Drewitzer See is free of charge. Further highlights of the year, more info and booking atTel. 039927-7670orwww.MecklenburgischeSeen.de.        

Punctually for the open house day, the doors of the newly renovated swimming pool at Viverde Mecklenburg Lakes opened for the first time. This adds another attraction to the facility, which opened in May as the first Viverde Hotel in Germany. Guests mainly praised the modern design and special atmosphere. The swimming pool is available to overnight guests free of charge and to other interested visitors for a small entrance fee. The next step is the redesign of the sauna and wellness area, which is scheduled for completion by the end of the year.

Hanover, 12 September 2012

The Viverde family is growing: For the summer season of 2013, the first hotel of the brand will open in Germany, directly on the Mecklenburg Lake District. The hotel is now bookable. In total, four Viverde hotels will be open in Italy, Germany, Turkey, and Gran Canaria during the summer season of 2013.

The holiday resort Viverde Mecklenburgische Seen offers four-star standards and accommodation in 48 bungalows directly on Lake Drewitz. Set amidst greenery, it is a refuge for nature and tranquility seekers and particularly ideal for families. A bathing area with a jetty and a small sandy beach, a children's playground, and a kids' club provide entertainment for the little ones. With activities like canoeing on the lake, mushroom picking in the forest, or a bike tour along the lake district, vacationers can enjoy the surroundings.Three nights without meals cost from 165 euros per holiday home when traveling on your own.

Info:In 2011, TUI developed a new hotel concept with Viverde Hotels, specifically targeting nature-active vacationers. Viverde meets the need to actively and consciously experience nature. High environmental standards in accommodation and catering, a healthy, regional cuisine, and a location away from the masses are important components of the Viverde philosophy. One of the standards includes at least four free nature and cultural experiences per stay—from pasta cooking classes to yoga or a Turkish language lesson.

Information and booking in all TUI travel agencies and on

http://www.tui.com/angebote/hotelmarken-der-tui/viverde/

The Van der Valk Nature Resort at Lake Drewitz (Mecklenburg Lake District) has been awarded the "Top hotel Family Cup." For this occasion, the Landsberg Leisure Publishing invited representatives from business and politics, hospitality, tourism, and further education to the Nürburgring. The 4th edition of the publication "Selected Family Hotels for Well-Being" describes over 50 establishments in Germany, Austria, Italy, and Switzerland, whose well-being qualities have been thoroughly tested by independent expert authors. The jury stated: "The magnificent nature of the resort at Lake Drewitz, in the midst of the Nossentiner Schwinzer Heide, has been consistently and impressively integrated into the leisure program by those responsible. The children are on the move as environmental detectives with magnifying glasses and tweezers to examine plants and animals more closely; with the 'herb witch,' they prepare, for example, toothpaste from self-collected plants or embark on a family rancher tour through the Drewitz Forest with the district forester. Anyone who understands how to bring nature closer to families and especially to children in such a likeable and playful way deserves the 'Family Cup 2011' in the category 'Leisure Program'."

Embedded in one of the most beautiful natural landscapes of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern at the foot of the well-known Drewitzer Lake, lies the 14-hectare holiday resort managed by Van der Valk Hotels & Restaurants since October 2009. Situated in the middle of the forests of the Nossentiner - Schwinzer Heath, surrounded by numerous lakes and rivers, the uniquely idyllic holiday resort offers a unique nature and vacation experience.

Incidentally, the Drewitzer See Resort is probably the most well-known property in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. On the occasion of Erich Honecker's 70th birthday, the then head of the East German State Security, Erich Mielke, commissioned the construction of a guest house for around 40 million East German marks. A legend even claims that the current Autobahn 19 makes a big detour here so that Honecker could enjoy his peace. The main building still stands today. The only reminder of Honecker, who had the forest closed off for his hunting as late as the autumn of 1989, is his carriage with which the state and party leader went hunting. In place of the houses for the Stasi guards, who faced angry demonstrators in October 1989, there are now charming holiday homes. But that’s not the only reason the area was particularly protected during the GDR era, where even then no motorboats were allowed. As the Drewitzer See has no above-ground inflow or outflow, it is only fed by lime-rich groundwater. Its low nutrient content resulted in an unusual community of plant and animal species. Furthermore, the lake is one of the cleanest and clearest bodies of water in Germany.

When you come to Drewitz today, you will find an open gate. A perfect vacation spot to literally let your soul dangle and forget the stress of everyday life. Not only are 22 stylish and modern holiday homes, 26 holiday house halves, and 5 suites in the main building of the resort part of the reason for this. The resort is also a small world of experiences, as the abundance of leisure opportunities shows. Wellness enthusiasts can not only use a small swimming pool, sauna, and solarium but also choose from a variety of beauty treatments and massages. But the resort also offers a lot for active guests. The "Sunshine Club" ensures this with a comprehensive sports and leisure program. From Nordic walking, nature and adventure hikes, to water gymnastics. Especially the youngest guests get their money’s worth here. In the main building, there is a cozy à la carte restaurant and a large outdoor terrace with a breathtaking panoramic view over the Drewitz lake and forest landscape. An unforgettable experience for guests is also a stay at the popular boathouse, which is located directly on the lakeshore. This is also a reason why it is a much sought-after place for celebrations and events.

Pleasurable winter evenings at Lake Drewitz – Exclusive dinner events at Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitz 

When the days get shorter and winter knocks on the door, the Van der Valk Nature Resort Drewitz transforms into a stage for extraordinary moments of enjoyment.

Directly located at the crystal-clear Drewitzer Lake, the nature resort offers a special event series in the cold season that combines experience, cuisine, and relaxation in a stylish way.

The kickoff on November 8 is the Crime Comedy Dinner "Schön war die Zeit" – a humorous, enigmatic evening that guarantees excitement and entertainment.

On November 22nd, a particularly elegant experience follows: During the Burlesque Dinner, guests experience sensual seduction art in a stylish setting.

For true crime fans, it will be exciting on November 29 when defense lawyer Veikko Bartel tells real criminal cases in a captivating way at the True Crime Dinner Show.

Those who prefer to be active themselves can look forward to an evening full of puzzles and logic at the Escape Dinner on December 4th.

On December 13th, guests can expect another evening of criminalistic enjoyment with the crime comedy dinner "The Comeback of the Synders."

A look into the coming year already reveals the first highlights: On January 24, 2026, a former bodyguard takes the audience on an exciting journey into GDR history – in "HONNECKER’S BODYGUARD TELLS".

And for Women's Day on March 7, 2026, Bauer Korl will provide humor, warmth, and culinary highlights at an entertaining dinner evening.

All dinner events are accompanied by a lovingly crafted multi-course menu, making the evening a culinary experience as well. The event location directly by the lake with a lakeside terrace not only offers a breathtaking view but also an atmosphere that perfectly combines relaxation and enjoyment. Surrounded by untouched nature and soothing tranquility, the nature resort is the ideal place to celebrate special moments.

For those who wish to end the evening comfortably, attractive overnight arrangements are offered in the comfortable apartments. Included is a rich vitality breakfast the next morning and free admission to the in-house swimming pool – ideal for a relaxing weekend full of experiences, enjoyment, and relaxation in the midst of the Mecklenburg Lake District.

For more information and reservations, please visit: drewitzersee.vandervalk.de

PM – VDV 10/2025
Image rights: Van der Valk Naturresort Drewitz