STEVE CLARKE’S Scotland will mount their assault on Euro 2024 from the pretty Bavarian town of Garmish-Partenkirchen.
And there will be no expense spared at the 250 Euros-a-night Obermuhle Hotel in the remote little ski resort on the German-Austrian border.
The Scottish Football Association has picked the 250 Euros-a-night Obermuhle Hotel
The spa facilities at the Obermuhle Hotel
The town is overlooked by the unfortunately-named Mount Wank.
It’s 1780 metre summit can be reached by the Wankbahn cable car, for which passengers are required to buy a 29 Euros Wank Ticket.
While up there, you can pop in to one of the finest restaurants, the Wankstüberl, for some warming Bavarian cuisine.
The location is fully SEVEN hours away by road from Cologne, where Scotland play Switzerland on June 19.
It’s far closer to Munich, where Scotland play their opening game against the hosts, Germany on June 14 – a convenient 55 miles away which would take just an hour on the bus.
But it’s a classy venue, with the Obermuhle Hotel having been owned by the same family for 400 years.
Among those who have been attracted by the luxury retreat have been composer Richard Strauss.
The hotel has a penthouse suite and private spa, including its own panoramic sauna for four people and roof terrace with a 180-degree mountain view.
Scotland stars can rehydrate in the spa
Hotel Obermuhle in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany
Hotel Obermuhle in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany
GettyAerial view on town with mountains “Zugspitze” and “Albspitze”, seen from the hill “Wank”.[/caption]
The basic rooms at the hotel
The hotel website says :“Breathe in our clear, healthy mountain air and let your gaze wander over our unique panorama.
“Culinary delights, energising spa treatments and our warm atmosphere will make your holiday experience unforgettable.
“The focus of the evening is our regional and seasonal cuisine. It brings together the best of the region and the Alps without losing touch with the roots.
“Fine wines from our vinotheque skilfully refine the more common menu.”
Should there be cause for celebration – Scotland hope to qualify for the latter stages of the tournament – a bottle of Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne will set you back £350 a bottle.
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