Gasthof Krone

German, Modern European, Fine Dining · Waldenbuch · Michelin One Star · Chef Erik Metzger

Awarded one Michelin star, Gasthof Krone in Waldenbuch features modern French-influenced cuisine led by chef Erik Metzger. Housed in a historic inn where Goethe stayed in 1797, the dining room features traditional charm and terracotta-tiled floors. The kitchen crafts stripped-back dishes built on classic foundations.

Nürtinger Str. 14, 71111 Waldenbuch, Waldenbuch

  • 1 Michelin Star

Menu

Set Menu

  • Aus Meer und See - 6 Gänge Menü (145) — Tasting menu with 6 courses. Available from July 16, 2026, to July 19, 2026. Creations by Erik Metzger.
  • Aus Meer und See - 5 Gänge Menü (123) — Tasting menu with 5 courses (without cheese). Available from July 16, 2026, to July 19, 2026. Creations by Erik Metzger.
  • Aus Meer und See - 4 Gänge Menü (117) — Tasting menu with 4 courses (without sorbet and cheese). Available from July 16, 2026, to July 19, 2026. Creations by Erik Metzger.
  • Aus Meer und See - 3 Gänge Menü (101) — Tasting menu with 3 courses (starter, main course and dessert). Available from July 16, 2026, to July 19, 2026. Creations by Erik Metzger.
  • Aus Meer und See - Weinreise (57.5) — Wine pairing for 'Aus Meer und See' tasting menu (without aperitif).
  • Menü 1 - 6 Gänge (118) — Tasting menu with 6 courses.
  • Menü 1 - 5 Gänge (ohne Käse) (99) — Tasting menu with 5 courses (without cheese).
  • Menü 1 - 4 Gänge (ohne Sorbet und Käse) (93) — Tasting menu with 4 courses (without sorbet and cheese).
  • Menü 1 - 3 Gänge (Vorspeise, Hauptgang und Dessert) (88) — Tasting menu with 3 courses (starter, main course and dessert).
  • Menü 1 - Komplette Weinreise (je 0.1 l) (54) — Complete wine pairing for Menü 1 (0.1 l each, without aperitif).

Dishes

  • Gelbschwanzmakrele — Green Zebra, Stachelbeere, Mandelmilch. From 'Aus Meer und See' tasting menu.
  • Weißer Heilbutt — Pfifferlinge, Bohnen, Kimchi. From 'Aus Meer und See' tasting menu.
  • Wassermelonengranité — Rose, Joghurt, Schwarzkümmel. From 'Aus Meer und See' tasting menu.
  • Seeteufel — Zucchiniblüte, Ricottaravioli, Krustentier, Safran-Beurre blanc. From 'Aus Meer und See' tasting menu.
  • Käseauswahl — Dörrobstbrot, Walnuss, Feigensenf. From 'Aus Meer und See' tasting menu.
  • Rote Johannisbeere — Mascarpone, geröstete Mandel. From 'Aus Meer und See' tasting menu.
  • Feine Pâtisserie — Fine patisserie. From 'Aus Meer und See' tasting menu.
  • Gelbschwanzmakrele (32) — Green Zebra, Stachelbeere, Mandelmilch. Available à la carte from 'Aus Meer und See' menu.
  • Weißer Heilbutt (Zwischengang) (34) — Pfifferlinge, Bohnen, Kimchi. Available à la carte from 'Aus Meer und See' menu as an intermediate course.
  • Weißer Heilbutt (Hauptgang) (44) — Pfifferlinge, Bohnen, Kimchi. Available à la carte from 'Aus Meer und See' menu as a main course.

Wines

  • Aldinger NO. 532 Blanc Brut (0.1 l) (15) — Württemberg, Pinot Noir, Blanc & Meunier, Chardonnay.
  • Nigl Grüner Veltliner Piri (0.1 l) (11) — Niederösterreich-Kremstal, 2024er, Qualitätswein trocken.
  • Sattlerhof Morillon Steirische Klassik DAC (0.1 l) (11) — Südsteiermark, 2021er, Chardonnay, trocken.
  • Zimmerle Korber Kopf Viognier QbA (0.1 l) (15) — Württemberg, 2023er, trocken.
  • Maximin Grünhaus Herrenberg Riesling Kabinett (0.1 l) (14) — Ruwer, 2021er, Große Lage feinherb.
  • Knab Endinger Engelsberg Muskateller (0.1 l) (6.5) — Baden, 2024er, feinherb.
  • Wöhrwag Rosé QbA trocken (0.75 l) (33) — Württemberg, 2023er.
  • Oliveda Cava DO Brut Rosat (0.1 l) (7) — Catalunya-Cava, Grenache & Pinot Noir.
  • Knab Endinger Engelsberg Weissburgunder Spätlese (0.1 l) (9) — Baden, 2024er, Alte Reben trocken.
  • Sattlerhof Morillon Steirische Klassik DAC (0.1 l) (10.5) — Südsteiermark, 2021er, Chardonnay, trocken.

Cocktails

  • Kinder-Apfelsekt (0.1 l) (6) — Children's non-alcoholic apple sparkling wine.
  • Fruchtcocktail (0.3 l) (12)

The Experience

A relaxed room in a historic setting. The meal is structured around classic service, a tasting menu and à la carte dining.

Phone: +49 (0) 7157 40 88 49

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