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18 Years of Mesnerhaus

On July 5, 2025, Mesnerhaus turns 18 – and it's time to celebrate with soul, style, and exceptional cuisine. Michelin-starred chef Josef Steffner and his wife Maria, sommelier and gracious host, invite guests to a special evening where sustainability, alpine nature, and culinary artistry come together.

Maria und Josef Steffner beim Spaziergang durch Mauterndorf

Ice bathing in the heart of the Lungau

The enchanting village of Mauterndorf in Salzburg's Lungau region is home to a unique gem: the Mesnerhaus. Here, where time seems to stand still and nature can be experienced in its purest form, Maria and Josef Steffner have not only created an award-winning...

Maria und Josef Steffner beim Eisbaden

Interview with Maria & Josef Steffner

We had the great pleasure of interviewing Maria and Josef from MESNERHAUS in person. In our conversation, they gave us deep insights into their lives, their philosophy and the special atmosphere of their house. We were immediately impressed by their warmth and...

Maria und Josef Steffner beim Spaziergang durch Mauterndorf

The magic of art and pleasure

In the Mesnerhaus Mauterndorf, a historic treasure in the mountains dating back to 1420, we not only fill our guests with culinary delights, but also with artistic inspiration. Here, in our listed 4-toque restaurant, art and pleasure have found a very special...

Das Bild zeigt ein Kunstwerk von Antonella Zazzera.

Recipe for cinnamon stars

In the festive season, when the air smells of cinnamon and vanilla, Josef Steffner from the Mesnerhaus in Mauterndorf has a very special gift for us: his irresistible cinnamon stars. These delicate delicacies embody the essence of Christmas and are a real treat for...

Zimtsterne nach dem Rezept von Josef Steffner

A life for the arts

Vernissage in the Mesnerhaus On August 15, the Mesnerhaus will open its doors for a special vernissage: Manfred Bockelmann, an outstanding Austrian artist, will exhibit his latest works. Bockelmann, born in Klagenfurt in 1943, has had an impressive career that has...

Josef’s mulled wine

Secret mulled wine recipe In the beautiful mountains of the Salzburg Lungau region, surrounded by snow-capped peaks, lies the Mesnerhaus – our 4-toque restaurant serving culinary creations by Josef Steffner, who has made this place his home together with Maria...