Bernsteinsee Hotel & Ferien by Palette Resorts

Offering spacious rooms, direct beach access, and a wide range of outdoor activities, this lakeside getaway is perfect for travellers looking for comfort, recreation, and peaceful surroundings all in one place.

Set just a short drive from the vibrant city of Wolfsburg and the historic town of Gifhorn, the hotel places you close to urban attractions while letting you wake up to forest views, birdsong, and calm waters.

 

History of Lake Bernstein

Bernsteinsee – when translated, means Amber (Bernstein) Lake (see), was once a sand and gravel excavation site, where amber was reportedly discovered during the Elbe Lateral canal construction in the 1970s. Over time, it transformed into today’s popular recreation lake and nature resort, making it a beautiful eco-restoration success story. The lake is up to 16 meters deep and spans approximately 95,000 m². However, large areas along the shore are very shallow, which makes it ideal and safe for tourists and water activities.

 

Accommodation – Comfort in Every Corner

Each room at Bernsteinsee Hotel is thoughtfully designed for a peaceful and comfortable experience.

•  Double Room - Ideal for couples, providing a cozy and intimate atmosphere with a comfortable double bed, warm lighting, and modern furnishings. Large windows invite natural light and offer views of nature.

•  Double Room with Balcony - This room comes with a double bed and is a great choice for two guests looking to spend their getaway with natural views, as it comes with a spacious balcony – best to take in views of the lake or the countryside or enjoy morning coffee with the sunrise.

•  Comfort Double Room - With a large double bed and a working desk, this room is perfect for a couple looking to spend a calm weekend away from the city noise.

•  Family Suite - Perfect for families or small groups, this room combines spaciousness with a homely feel. It includes an extra-large double and a sofa bed, a seating area, and a wardrobe.

•  Suite - Ideal for groups looking for enough space to unwind and have a cozy sleep after a day’s adventure – it includes a large double bed and a comfortable sofa bed.

•  Single Room - Tailored for solo travellers - providing peace and practicality in one space. Enjoy a restful night on a comfortable single bed, and plan your next day.

 

Room amenities for our guests:

•  Cozy and spacious beds

•  Clean private bathrooms

•  Free Wi-Fi

•  Flat-screen TVs

•  Wardrobe or Closet

•  Select rooms with a balcony and lake or country views

 

Amenities & Services

We hope to provide our guests – couples, families, colleagues - with the best and extraordinary amenities and services during their stay -

•  On-site Café, Bar and Restaurant

•  Wellness options - panoramic barrel sauna on the beach.

•  Luggage storage

•  Laundry & Ironing service

•  Meeting/banquet facilities

•  Kids' Playground

•  Board games/puzzles

•  Pet Friendly

 

Activities

What truly sets this hotel apart is its direct access to Bernsteinsee Beach - a rare inland white-sand beach with crystal-clear waters where you spend your mornings swimming, afternoons sunbathing by the lake, and evenings watching golden sunsets over the water.

Adventure lovers can dive into exciting water sports like wakeboarding and water skiing, while those seeking calm can enjoy leisurely lakeside walks, cycling through forest trails, or simply relaxing on the terrace with cocktails.

 

Leisure and sports activities at BernsteinSee include: swimming, water skiing, wakeboarding, stand-up paddleboarding, beach volleyball, adventure golf, go-karting, a pirate adventure playground, archery, bicycle rental, soccer, bubble soccer, outdoor table tennis, and outdoor chess. The surrounding area is also ideal for walks, hikes, or bike rides.

 

Location & Surroundings

Excursions in the surrounding area:

 

Gifhorn

Immersed in 800 years of history, the idyllic mill town of Gifhorn opens the door for exploration. Stroll through the historic old town with its beautiful half-timbered houses, savour regional specialties in Gifhorn's restaurants, and visit Gifhorn Castle with its historical museum.

 

Wind and Watermill Museum Gifhorn

For a change in sightseeing and discovery, step into this unique International Open-Air Mill Museum, which features mill models - 16 original mills from around the world, and immerse yourself in the world of milling. For refreshments or a break, head to the bakehouse, where fresh cakes and bread are baked daily in a stone oven.

 

Wolfsburg

This young, welcoming city on the Mittelland Canal is full of surprises. Whether it's Wolfsburg Castle, the city's theatres and stages, the large designer outlet, or exciting football or ice hockey games – Wolfsburg inspires exploration.

 

Autostadt Wolfsburg

Are you an automobile enthusiast? Then enter a world of unimagined possibilities with expeditions into the history of the automobile and the future of mobility, discovery tours into the cosmos of technology and innovation, and culinary adventures – all at Autostadt Wolfsburg.

 

Wolfsburg Planetarium

Welcome to the realm of stars and cosmos - this planetarium dome in Lower Saxony's largest star theatre transports you to the mysterious expanse of the universe using immersive advancements and equipment. The planetarium hosts year-round kid-friendly events such as a 360-degree screen dome relaxation experience, a cosmic musical accompanied by the timeless sounds of Beethoven, Vivaldi, and Strauss and more. Check the calendar and reserve your seats.

 

Museum landscape Braunschweig

If history has a way to excite you, then these museums should be on your bucket list -

•  Braunschweig State Museum - One of the largest historical museums in Germany, documenting the history of the former duchy, from its prehistoric beginnings to the present day.

•  Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum - As one of the oldest art museums in Europe, it presents the works of old masters, including paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and the print collection.

•  State Natural History Museum - Founded as early as 1754 is the oldest natural history museum in the world. It offers fascinating insights into natural history – with dioramas of local wildlife, an aquarium, a bird hall, a fossil hall, and an insect hall with a bee observation hive.

 

Otter Centre Hankensbüttel

Discover the unique indigenous fauna in this natural reserve, which is home not only to the European otter, but also to badgers, stoats, stone martens, polecats, and pine martens. The animals live in exceptionally original and spacious enclosures designed to mimic their natural habitats. This is an amazing learning experience for young ones.

 

Moor Railway, Westerbeck

Want to have a fun and leisurely train ride with the family through the vast meadows and forested landscape! Get aboard this narrow-gauge railway tour that takes you in covered carriages at a leisurely 6 km/h into the Great Moor and back, where you'll see where peat is extracted and how the flora and fauna have adapted to the prevailing conditions.

 

Wulff Hunting Museum, Oerrel

Are you interested in hunting or excited to see any distinctive specimens hunted across the globe? The Hunting Museum in Oerrel is the place for you as it displays one of the largest trophy collections in Europe – featuring big game trophies from Africa, North America, and Alaska, as well as an exhibition of hunting weapons.

 

Erse-Park, Uetze

If you’re looking for a place that keeps your kids entertained, then this amusement park promises to offer a thrilling time with over 40 exciting attractions, including a family roller coaster and a huge dinosaur exhibition.

 

Action in the region

 

Fishing

Bernsteinsee borders directly on the Elbe Lateral Canal. This lake is known for its excellent fish population, consisting primarily of zander, eel, and perch. Check at the reception in case you need a permit, and go catch the largest of the shoal!

 

Golf

You may find three golf courses in the vicinity that invite you to tee off around Stüde-BernsteinSee –

•  Wolfsburg Boldecker Land Golfclub, located 10 km away, features an 18-hole course, a short course, a driving range, and practice facilities.

•  Gifhorn Golfclub has an 18-hole course, driving range and practice area, a 16 km drive away

•  Braunschweig Golfclub is a bit far, around 50 km and has a 9-hole course.

 

Gliding

Experience the feeling of silent flight, majestic aerial panoramas, connection with nature, and the art of gliding on the wind on a motorized or non-engine glider, at the Wolfsburg Aero Club - located directly opposite the Wolfsburg Gliding Center Stüde-Bernsteinsee. You can book guest flights for this amazing adventure.

 

Off-road Park

If off-roading - quadbikes, SUVs, and rugged vehicles entice you, then the forested area of Südheide Offroad Park in Wesendorf, located 20 km away, welcomes you for some motor-powered fun. Vehicles can also be rented on-site, and children can enjoy a special quad track.

 

Booking & Payment Information

•  Check-in - After 3 pm

•  Check-out - Before 10:30 am

•  If you want, you can check out later than 10:30 am for a fee.

•  Payment Methods: Amex/Mastercard/Visa Accepted

 

Parking

•  Parking is free for guests renting hotel accommodation.

•  The Hotel reserves the right to charge a parking fee during peak season.

•  Parking fee is usually refunded if a minimum bill of €15 is presented, for purchases at restaurants, activities such as waterskiing, go-karting, adventure golf, and soccer. This applies only when the date on the parking ticket & bill is the same, and one ticket per bill.

 

About Hotel Bernsteinsee-

Our doors are open to everyone - we welcome all individuals, regardless of sexuality, race, or status, because we stand for tolerance and diversity among our guests and within our team. We are dedicated to providing a safe, comfortable, and welcoming experience for all guests, celebrating diversity and demanding mutual respect above all else.

 

And out of love for nature and the environment, we firmly believe in sustainability and generate a large portion of our own energy, making our property CO2-neutral. To help reduce waste, we prioritize regional and sustainable sourcing of supplies, use the Recup and Rebowl deposit systems, and offer digital alternatives instead of paper or plastic.

 

For assistance, contact our team at the reception.