Chenot Palace Weggis Review

Fasting, sweating, massages & saunas in the name of 'good stress' & science

My Chenot Palace experience in Weggis, Switzerland, on the shores of the glorious Lake Luzern, promised to be exceptional. With over 50 years of industry leadership in the luxury retreat market, fusing modern science with traditional therapies and exceptional beyond-5-star hospitality, the bar was set high. So naturally, as I was asked to review their Advanced Detox Plan, I entered with a healthy dose of scientific scepticism—wanting to understand and experience as much as I could from every activity, treatment, consultation, meal, and interaction.

I also signed up to the cookery class, which was so good and once again a surprisingly good way to not feel bothered by the lingering hunger from the fast-mimicking diet. The lovely cheffing team showed us how to make genius chickpea crackers, the most delicious almond-based vegan cheese I have ever tasted and lovely dishes that I will definitely make at home for myself. My Oura tells me I’ve had a stressful day - and for sure I am putting my body under some stress - but it’s hormesis for sure. If this is what positive stress looks like, I understand why I need to add more of it back into my life.

Unbelievable views of Lake Luzern from the private beach

The program entails daily treatments of hydrotherapy, phyto (mud) therapy, hydro jet (high-pressure water) and energetic massage. On the first and last day, you also have a nutrition consultation, a TCM-based bio-energetic consultation and a consultation with your assigned medical doctor. Every day you are served 3 meals in the stunning lakeside restaurant, with 3 courses at lunch and dinner, barley or chicory root coffee, and mushroom or ginger and lemongrass broth with spices. You have access to the lakeside lido, swimming pool, high-spec Technogym gym, sauna, steam room and yoga or stretching classes as part of your stay and dozens of add-ons that you can choose with your team; from reformer pilates to sound therapy, cryotherapy and facials. Every single guest has a different timetable, treatment and therapy combination, so I won’t go into too much detail on my exact timetable but will instead cover the main principles of my stay.