Special occasions deserve a special setting.
Whether it’s a company party, a birthday, a family celebration or an anniversary: some moments simply deserve to be celebrated together. We create the right setting for them: warm, personal and with great attention to detail.
Request a personal offerThis enquiry is for groups of 10 or more with special wishes, such as a private room laid for the occasion or a menu of your own. Just want a table, even for a larger group? Then simply book as usual via “Request a table”.
Christmas 2026
Christmas parties at Zum Lahmen Esel
Planning a Christmas party for your company, club or family? We lay a festive table for 10 to 65 guests and put together a menu to suit you.
- 24 December
- closed
- 25 and 26 December
- two sittings, early and late · closed in the evening
- Winter break
- 27 December to 5 January · open again from 6 January
Three rooms, laid for a celebration
The Kolleg
1 / 7Refined and stylish: the ideal setting for special occasions and private functions.
The Stübchen
1 / 8The historic heart of the house: this little parlour was once the original inn, complete with its old serving hatch.
The Zirbelstube
1 / 2Rustic, private and cosy, finished in warm Swiss stone pine: a snug retreat for intimate gatherings.
The Almhütte
Set up and heated on the terrace in winter, it brings rustic alpine-hut charm to larger parties and celebrations.
See photosWhat to expect
- Celebrations just the way you want them: rustic and relaxed or festive and elegant, we create the right setting for your occasion.
- Flexibility that fits around you: we plan everything together with you and, by arrangement, can also host events outside our regular opening hours.
- Enjoying it together: our rooms can accommodate parties of up to 65 guests.
- Honest food, freshly prepared: look forward to authentic German classics, cooked with care and real craftsmanship.
- Individual requests welcome: whether vegetarian dishes, gluten-free food or special requirements due to allergies, our kitchen team will be happy to advise you and will cater to your needs wherever possible.
Business customers who appreciate our offer
Authentic
We are a certified “Hessen à la carte” restaurant and use only fresh produce, especially meat of regional origin from our trusted butcher. We deliberately do not use frozen or overseas meat.
Welcoming
For more than 30 years we have been hosts with a passion. We know that a successful celebration takes more than good food and a lovely setting. It is the personal service, the attention to detail and a feel for our guests’ wishes that turn a party into a lasting memory.
Professional
From a convivial get-together in a rustic, cosy apple wine atmosphere to a festively laid table with a sparkling wine reception and an elegant four-course menu: we shape your celebration exactly the way you want it.
Everyone is welcome
Whether you’re two or a large party: here’s how to find the right way to us.
Simply book a table
Just want a table, even for a larger group? Then please book as usual via “Request a table”. We will reply within 48 hours.
Request a tableCelebrations and group offers
For groups of 10 or more with special wishes: a private room decorated with flowers, a menu of your own, a sparkling wine reception and more. We will get in touch personally and plan everything with you.
You have an occasion. We’ll make it something special.
Tell us what you have in mind. Together we’ll plan a celebration that lets you focus on what really matters: your guests, enjoying good food together and the joy of celebrating.
We look forward to being your hosts.
What happens next
- Send your enquiryUsing the form, with the date and an approximate number of guests.
- We’ll get in touch personallyWithin 48 hours, by e-mail or phone.
- Plan it togetherMenu, schedule and offer, all tailored to your wishes.
from 10 guests · reply within 48 hours
Just a table, without special wishes? Please use our regular booking: Request a table →