Arrive
Take a deep breath, and feel the tranquility.
Return to the Essentials
Experience pure relaxation and conscious enjoyment. Welcome to the Sonnenberg Health Hotel, the only purely vegan, gluten-free 4-star hotel in Switzerland at 972 m, in Schwellbrunn/Appenzell. The impressive Appenzell nature and the unique cuisine satisfy the longing for the essential and genuine - a home for body and soul.
"The best way to recover is not to lose yourself, but to find your way back to yourself."
Friedrich Nietzsche
Rooms
Elegant Comfort, Cozy Ambiance, Inviting Design
The rooms exude warmth with natural wood, organic materials, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Timeless luxury meets traditional charm, creating an inviting space where you can feel truly at home. The expansive windows fill the rooms with natural light and offer breathtaking views of the stunning Appenzell mountains, which can also be enjoyed from private balconies. Let yourself be enchanted by the seamless blend of natural quality and alpine flair.
Cuisine
Pure Indulgence – Vegan, Gluten-Free Creations
Savor the art of plant-based cuisine at Sonnenberg Health Hotel, where health and indulgence come together seamlessly. Fresh, locally sourced ingredients are transformed into exquisite vegan and gluten-free dishes, each created with care and inspired by the breathtaking Appenzell surroundings. Embark on a culinary journey that delights your senses and nurtures your well-being.
Home-made and authentically genuine: experience authentic cuisine without additives or substitutes - every dish is freshly prepared and full of natural flavor.
4-Course Dinner
Vegan & gluten free
Experience a daily changing, vegan 4-course dinner at Sonnenberg Health Hotel, freshly prepared and served directly to your table. From 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM, delight in a creative selection of dishes crafted from regional ingredients that will captivate all your senses.
Enjoy a perfectly balanced combination of flavor and health, beautifully presented across four courses. Immerse yourself in an evening of indulgence and let our plant-based cuisine spoil you.
Sonnenberg Relaxation Retreats
Discover your personal escape: Enjoy a time of relaxation and indulgence amidst the breathtaking Appenzell mountains. Let the natural surroundings captivate you, offering peace and harmony to recharge your body and mind.
Nature and hospitality merge to create an unforgettable experience, providing space for rejuvenation and renewed energy. Leave the demands of everyday life behind and treat yourself to a restorative break in an environment designed for your well-being.
Sunday Brunch
Vegan & Gluten-Free
Experience a special Sunday once a month at the Sonnenberg Health Hotel - with a delicious, healthy and vegan brunch, gluten-free of course. Our creative kitchen prepares all dishes fresh and with great attention to detail - consciously, plant-based and rich in nutrients.
Enjoy a calm morning in a relaxed atmosphere - you can stay with us for as long as you like to enjoy all the delicacies in your own pace.- Let yourself be pampered.
9:30 am to 1:30 pm
CHF 65.- per person
Events at Sonnenberg
From intimate retreats to inspiring talks and workshops, our events invite you to slow down, reconnect, and
explore new perspectives—held in the calm and beauty of the Appenzell landscape.
June 21–25, 2026
Soaring in Switzerland
As we release, we soar back to who we are
We are happy to welcome The Liphe Balance Center for a special retreat at our hotel from June 21–25.
Accompanied by the rising light of the Moon and constellations, and held by the steady presence of the Säntis mountain, this retreat unfolds as a journey of release that leads to elevation. As we let go of what no longer serves us, we rise back into alignment with who we truly are.
Through spiritual constellations, astral charts, astrology, and body-based practices, we gently unravel inherited life scripts and unconscious patterns. The body becomes a place of listening, the sky a map of remembrance, and the mountain a quiet anchor as we expand toward what wants to emerge.
For more information and to register, please use the button below to visit The Liphe Balance Center website. The retreat will be held in English. Registration closes on March 15
13. - 15. März 2026
Longing for Wholeness
A deeply moving seminar exploring inner imprints, profound life patterns, and the path back to inner wholeness. A time of insight, reflection, and new perspectives—held within the calm and restorative atmosphere of the Sonnenberg Health Hotel.
You may sense that something is missing in your life, without being able to name it. Experience an intensive weekend with Dr. Norbert Merz and Birgit Noll, dedicated to this deep inner longing and its often very early origins, including the theme of the “vanishing twin.” In a mindful, protected setting, new perspectives emerge on inner patterns, relationships, and bodily awareness—an invitation to reconnect with yourself and rediscover a sense of inner wholeness.
The seminar will be held in German.
The Appenzell Region
Let yourself be enchanted by the lush green landscapes and immerse yourself in the world of Appenzell.
