Steigenberger Petersberg

Although Brumann is at home in top international hotels, being able to work in this historically significant location was something very special for us. The magnificent complex on the nearly 270 acre site high above the Rhine is alive with history (and stories). From 1949 to 1952, it was the seat of the Allied High Commission, and as the hotel for guests of the Federal Republic of Germany from 1955 to 1969 and 1990 to 2004, ‘The Petersberg’ hosted visitors ranging from Emperor Haile Selassie and Queen Elizabeth II to Brezhnev, the Clintons, the Gorbachevs and Kofi Annan. Since 1990, the Steigenberger Group has managed the property, which is owned by the Federal Institute for Real Estate (BImA).

Between 2019 and 2020, Brumann brought the property, which is steeped in history, up to the very latest standards for an exclusive luxury hotel. As the general contractor, we were able to implement the complete renovation. Among other things, our task was to coordinate twelve different skilled trades, cope with the ‘surprises’ inherent in historical building structures, and faithfully adhere to the regulations for the protection of historical buildings and monuments for the site, the building skyline and sections of the buildings. The lobby, banqueting halls and restaurants as well as 120 bedrooms and suites were completely redeveloped and renovated in several construction phases, while remaining open for business – and after more than two years’ construction work up above the Rhine, surrounded by an atmosphere of national significance, the project was accomplished.

The result is a contemporary jewel of the luxury hotel industry that creates a real impression on the world stage.