Good to Know
Where is Restaurant EISVOGEL — and is it part of Der Birkenhof?
Obendorfers EISVOGEL is the Michelin-starred restaurant of Der Birkenhof Spa & Genuss Resort, Hofenstetten 55, 92431 Neunburg vorm Wald — in the Upper Palatinate Lake District, Bavaria, at the gateway to the Bavarian Forest. Restaurant and resort belong together: the EISVOGEL is the gourmet restaurant of the house, led by head chef Sebastian Obendorfer. Around 45 minutes from Regensburg, 1¼ hours from Nuremberg, 2 hours from Munich; Cham is some 25 kilometres away.
How many Michelin stars does Obendorfers EISVOGEL have?
Two stars in the Guide MICHELIN, plus 9+ pans in Gusto, FFFF+ in DER FEINSCHMECKER, five cutlery symbols in Schlemmer Atlas, 96 points at Falstaff, the Varta Tip for cuisine and service and four diamonds at HENRIS. In 2025 the Falstaff restaurant guide named the house Team of the Year; the wine list won the HENRIS Grand Selection Award 2026.
What does an evening at the EISVOGEL cost?
The menu “Impression” is €248 for six courses and €268 for seven. There are two wine pairings, “Cru” at €129 for six courses or €149 for seven and “Grand Cru” at €239 or €299. To combine the evening with an overnight stay, see the arrangements under Stay.
Is there a dress code?
We are delighted if you enjoy the evening in smart casual attire. A jacket is not required — above all, we want you to feel at ease.
I have intolerances or allergies — what now?
Please let us know about any intolerances, allergies or aversions when making your reservation — the kitchen will gladly accommodate them. A vegetarian version of the menu is also available with advance notice.
Are children welcome?
An evening at the EISVOGEL unfolds over several hours. We therefore recommend the experience for guests aged about 12 and up. Do get in touch — together we will find a solution.
How does the reservation work — and what about cancellations?
Reserve conveniently online or by phone at +49 9439 950-0.
Should you be unable to attend, we kindly ask you to cancel no later than 48 hours before your reservation. For cancellations within 48 hours or in the event of a no-show, we charge 150 € per person.
Where do I park? Are there EV charging stations?
Complimentary parking is available directly at Der Birkenhof Spa & Genuss Resort. Twelve EV charging points are available on site.
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs are not permitted in the restaurant. At Der Birkenhof Spa & Genuss Resort, dogs are welcome in designated rooms — the hotel will be happy to advise you on the details.
Can I combine my visit with an overnight stay?
Absolutely — the EISVOGEL is set within the five-star Der Birkenhof Spa & Genuss Resort. After the menu, your bed is only a few steps away, and in the morning the 5,000 m²-plus spa awaits. The packages “Genuss Tag” and “Gourmetträume” already include your table with us: Stay & packages.
Is the EISVOGEL in the Bavarian Forest?
At its gateway. Obendorfers EISVOGEL is located in Hofenstetten near Neunburg vorm Wald in the Upper Palatinate Lake District, right beside the Upper Palatinate Forest Nature Park. The Upper Bavarian Forest Nature Park begins in the neighbouring municipalities, around 15 minutes by car; the heart of the region in the district of Cham lies about 25 kilometres away. That makes the EISVOGEL the closest two-Michelin-star restaurant for a stay in the Bavarian Forest.
Is there a Michelin-starred restaurant in the Bavarian Forest?
Obendorfers EISVOGEL holds two stars in the Guide MICHELIN and lies at the gateway to the Bavarian Forest — around 25 kilometres from the district of Cham and 42 kilometres from Regensburg. The chef is Sebastian Obendorfer; the restaurant is open Wednesday to Saturday from 6 pm. Reservations online or on +49 9439 950-0.
Is there a two-Michelin-star restaurant in Bavaria?
Obendorfers EISVOGEL is a two-Michelin-star restaurant in Bavaria. It lies in Hofenstetten near Neunburg vorm Wald in the Oberpfälzer Seenland lake district, at the gateway to the Bavarian Forest — about 42 kilometres from Regensburg and roughly two hours by car from Munich. The chef is Sebastian Obendorfer, open Wednesday to Saturday from 6 pm. Reserve online or on +49 9439 950-0.
What is there to do around the EISVOGEL?
A whole region lies ahead of the evening: walking trails lead straight from the house into the Upper Palatinate Lake District, the Goldsteig trail passes through the municipality, Lake Eixendorf is nearby, and the Birkenhof's 5,000 m²-plus spa with its natural swimming lake belongs to the house. The Bavarian Forest begins around 15 minutes away by car.
Do you also host special occasions?
Planning something special — an anniversary, a proposal, an intimate dinner? Get in touch and we will shape the evening together with you: eisvogel@der-birkenhof.de.
Give the Gift of Genussatmosphäre
An evening at the EISVOGEL is a gift that lasts. Vouchers are available conveniently in the Birkenhof online shop.