Celebrate life in the Stäfeli.

Summer of Reading at

Hotel Stäfeli in Zug near Lech

For us, reading is a journey of the mind. That’s why our ‘Summer of Reading’ invites you to make many exciting discoveries every year: into new worlds, distant lands, or a journey of self-discovery. Sometimes poetic, evocative, unique or humorous.

Have we sparked your wanderlust yet?

Discover our events and join us on a journey or two.

From murder mystery dinners, presentations of this year’s summer bestsellers and and children's reading theatre plays, to readings in a personal setting, followed by a discussion. All this awaits you at our annual ‘Summer of Reading’ here at Stäfeli. 

All events at a glance:

Friday, 17 July 2026, book recommendations by Günther Keil
Friday, 31
July 2026, murder mystery dinner with Andreas Wagner

Saturday, 22 August 2026, book reading with Marlene Kilger

Saturday, 5 September 2026, children´s reading theatre play with Petra Forster

All events are taking place in German.

We are pleased to provide you with a detailed overview of the individual events below.

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Book recommendations

by Günther Keil


Literary delights under the summer mountain sky


Günter Keil – one of Germany’s most influential literary journalists – is a guest at the Stäfeli every summer!
In collaboration with Tyrolia Bookshop Bludenz, he presents the most exciting new releases.


On 17 July 2026, Günter Keil will present fifteen different summer reads. Enjoy a summery afternoon filled with poetry and find your own personal summer read.


Every year, we look forward to inspiring discoveries, personal book recommendations and genuine summer reading – in the relaxed atmosphere of the Stäfeli. Register directly at the hotel or simply drop by on the spur of the moment!

Liegestühle und ein Sonnenschirm stehen auf einer Wiese .

Crime Dinner

This summer, our popular murder mystery dinner will take place for the fourth time. On 31 July 2026 winemaker and author Andreas Wagner will read from his new crime novel, "Winzergrab",


The reading will take place as part of a "crime dinner".


We will be taking regular breaks to keep the suspense going – and to serve one delicious course after another. Suspense, enjoyment and entertainment are guaranteed!


Table reservations are requested. 

Please book by phone at +43 5583 39370 or email. We look forward to seeing you!


Liegestühle und ein Sonnenschirm stehen auf einer Wiese .

Book Readings

This summer, in addition to our existing literary events, we are delighted to present two new formats in collaboration with Helga Reder from the bookshop Tyrolia in Bludenz:


On 22 August 2026, we look forward to welcoming Marlene Kilga to the Stäfeli with her crime novel ‘Death Comes to Vorarlberg’. The reading will last approximately 45 minutes – afterwards, there will be an opportunity for a personal exchange with the local author in this private setting.


Petra Forster will be joining us at the Stäfeli on
5 September 2026
with her reading play for children.
The first round, for children aged 0–3 years, starts at 4 pm, followed by a second play at 5 pm for children aged 3–10 years.


You can register for both events directly at the hotel or
by email– we look forward to seeing you there!


Liegestühle und ein Sonnenschirm stehen auf einer Wiese .