Gasthaus Seeblick in Oranienbaum-Wörlitz

We visited the Gasthaus Seeblick today and were greeted by a very friendly, flexible, and solution-oriented host. The entire team was very nice, and the food was excellent. Appropriately for the off-season, there was a special price of twelve euros for all dishes, which reminded me of pre-pandemic times. With this pricing strategy, he managed to fill his restaurant, even though there weren't many guests in the park. We were allowed to bring our dogs inside. The garage was even opened especially for our stroller. All in all, a surprisingly friendly and pleasant experience. And: the espresso was also delicious. Keep up the good work, and we wish you a wonderful end to the season and a relaxing vacation.

They only accept cash payments and then argue with you about why. We were exhausted after almost 15 km and had been looking forward to the freshly smoked trout and finally sitting down. But luckily, a better alternative was just around the corner. We didn't bother running to the ATM.

Best inn in the area. We want to thank you for the wonderful food and the lovely, warm conversation. You're doing a fantastic job. The evening will be unforgettable. We'll gladly come back to your restaurant on our next visit to Wörlitz. Please stay healthy and have a relaxing holiday. Enjoy! Best regards, Heike & Holger

Trout is smoked on-site, so it's fresh on your plate. Plus, a beautiful view of the lake Combined with attentive service

A delight for fish lovers 😉. The smoked trout is a culinary delight, and the homemade potato salad is highly recommended. As soon as you walk into the restaurant, you're captivated by the smokehouse 😊. The service was quick and friendly, and the wait wasn't particularly long.

The place is top notch and I can only recommend it. The landlord is a great guy.

After a long walk in the park, we wanted to have a drink with the family. The very unfriendly employee told us it was lunchtime and we should leave if we only wanted to order drinks. She verbally abused us in front of our children and the other guests and told us to leave and make room if we only wanted to order drinks. We will always avoid this restaurant in the future to avoid a similar situation again.

The freshly smoked trout is highly recommended. A lovely outdoor seating area by the lake and friendly service.

Ate delicious trout, would definitely go again.

Hot smoked trout with warm potato salad, house-style, simply delicious, great service, and even time for a chat. 😋

We picked up some very tasty smoked trout at a good price. A short chat with the smoker was included for free.

The trout was great! The staff was very friendly and animal-loving :)

As with every visit to Wörlitz Park, the "trout to go" is a must. Delicious. Trout first 😉

Highly recommended! Good food, great atmosphere, and, above all, super friendly service! I can only recommend it to everyone :-)

Very friendly service. The food was delicious and served quickly. The smoked trout to go is absolutely delicious. The waitress was very dog-friendly, and she even gave our four-legged friend a little head massage. The chef seems to still have a solid opinion, which I really like. We felt very comfortable here and ate very well. Thank you very much 🫶

We ate freshly smoked trout today, and all three of us were thrilled – it was extremely tasty and quick, too. And on top of that – cash only – that's how it should be everywhere. Once digital money, which can be programmed against us all, arrives, freedom will be over. All those who have a problem with paying with cash should inform themselves about this. So, we'll be coming back here next time we visit.

I couldn't say much about what to eat, and was greeted with "Left-wing, green riffraff are destroying Germany." Then I had some more direct words about my fellow human beings, left, and was yelled at for it. Depending on your ethos, I wouldn't recommend it. There are also delicious restaurants nearby, where the owners also use the device in their heads.

I decided not to stop by if they only welcome guests with "blue" leanings (see owner's responses) and cash payments. There are plenty of good alternatives in Wörlitz where you're welcome. Very unprofessional as a restaurateur.

Not recommended. The food is okay, but the staff is absolutely terrible. The service is completely overwhelmed and annoyed, and it really shows, letting everyone feel it. New guests were practically sent away cursing. The man behind the counter was constantly complaining and moaning. When he then loudly let everyone in the restaurant hear his political opinions, it became quite unpleasant for us and the other guests. Feeling comfortable is something else entirely... When the swear words started coming out of his mouth, we were about to get up and leave. But at that moment, the food arrived. Well, we ate it quickly and got out of there as quickly as we could. Very unprofessional. No wonder they're short-staffed. Who wants to work for someone like that?

Very satisfied after a luxurious snack at the establishment, the hospitality of the staff is impressive with tact and friendliness! Thank you for your work!!!🫡🫡🫡

Thank you for the delicious food and the good service. The freshly smoked trout with homemade potato salad is a must and highly recommended.

A freshly smoked trout with potato salad, a beer, and friendly service—that's all you need. A little info: Cash only.

Highly recommended excursion restaurant!

A super nice place. You can enjoy a very comfortable meal there. The atmosphere is great and very quiet. The value for money is good. And the staff is very friendly.

The Seeblick restaurant is absolutely not recommended. Unfriendly greetings, guests are clearly not welcome here – especially if you just want a drink. On top of that, card payments aren't accepted, and the blunt comment is that card payers are "criminals." We would strongly advise against a visit. Rude, unprofessional, and completely out of date. This restaurant damages the reputation of Wörlitz Park.

The name "Seeblick" suggests a more beautiful view than it actually is. The staff was snippy and seemed a bit overwhelmed. The currywurst wasn't particularly tasty, and the fries had a hint of old grease. Important: Payment is cash only… when everyone relies on card payments these days.

Unfortunately, I can only agree with the negative reviews. I ordered sparkling water for €3.70 and received tap water. When asked, the waitress denied this. Based on the responses these guests made to criticism, you can already tell what kind of attitude these people are taking. Therefore, I can only advise against this place.

Stressed or simply unfriendly service. Instead of sparkling water, I was offered a glass of still or tap water. When I asked about it, the answer was: "I was standing next to it and saw that it was sparkling water." The menu was snatched from my hand.

I haven't eaten this good in a long time. The fish with potato and salad was amazing.

Beautiful location with a view of the lake – unfortunately, our visit was marred by several issues. Card payments are not accepted; the notice is only visible in small letters on the menu on the building facing the lake and was not visible from our entrance. After the drinks had already been served, they strictly insisted on cash payment. When we asked to just pay for the drinks and leave, they told us the food was already being prepared. No alternatives (e.g., real-time bank transfer/IBAN/PayPal of the hotel) were offered; instead, we were told to walk to the nearest ATM (about 2 km) – impractical with a small child. The service seemed visibly annoyed; we also heard similar negative comments at the next table. Quality: Fries were very hard/overly crispy and seemed inferior; Coke and apple spritzer were almost non-carbonated. The only thing that de-escalated the situation was a very friendly fellow guest who helped us out with cash. We still left a €1.20 tip. Conclusion: Legally, "cash only" may be fine, but it's not service-oriented or up-to-date (2025) at a busy tourist destination. Clear, easily visible signs at all entrances and a little more leniency would prevent a lot of trouble. PS: Attached are responses from the owner – very telling!

Landlords take out their frustration with staff shortages on their guests. If a guest doesn't allow enough time (more than an hour) for their ordered food to be served, they are insulted. The landlord loudly insults a guest (who couldn't eat their ordered meal and therefore canceled) with insulting swear words and questions their beliefs, because everyone who votes for the SPD or the Greens is, in his opinion, not the right vote. Even trout is prepared for the smoker with a lit cigarette in their mouth. Food hygiene simply doesn't look right. One could also respond to staff shortages by reducing the number of seats, or by informing guests of the longer wait time when they order and asking for their understanding. In any case, guests should not be bothered by this, and every guest deserves friendly, unbiased service, provided they behave respectfully and decently.

A-list delicious food. Since we were full and really wanted the homemade cake, they also offered it to go. View of the lake, great service. The food was on the table quickly. The price/performance ratio was also excellent 👍

Very good food and friendly staff. The chef is always ready with a lighthearted joke. Despite the restaurant being full, the service is very fast, and there are no long waits for the food. XXL portions are also XXL, and the prices are reasonable. Thank you very much.

I was able to celebrate and enjoy my birthday there. We are regular guests at the "Seeblick." It was no problem dining and staying there with 15 guests. A very friendly team that makes everything possible. As always, the food is excellent. I always enjoy going there. Special thanks to Dörte 🫶 Simone Käske

"Cash only" How do you get cash in Wörlitz on a Sunday afternoon with a VR card?? 😄 I would have loved to come by, but of course I didn't have any cash with me. This is medieval – no card payments.

We had a truly wonderful meal there: warm smoked trout with homemade potato salad, simply a delight, and we've rarely had such delicious and fresh food. The host was cheerful, and the guests were relaxed. A truly lovely end to our vacation.

"AFD voters are given preferential treatment here." That's how you start a conversation there as the supposed owner. Nazi slogans while dining? Discrimination right at the front door? A landlord who doesn't care about anything and is just waiting for the takeover so he can host the regulars for the tile-table owners and party officials. No thanks, an absolute no-go zone. Germans, don't eat at Nazis' houses.

Despite a staff shortage and a packed house, hats off to the team. Always friendly and accommodating, plenty of delicious food, and very reasonable prices. The location is idyllic.

Dear Business Owner, I refer to your public handling of customer reviews and to comments made during the discussion about your payment methods. First of all, it is of course your right to decide for yourself which payment methods you accept in your business. However, it is equally legitimate for customers to question this or request a wider selection – such as card payments. What is unacceptable, however, are personal attacks on customers, especially insults toward my wife and derogatory comments about the way we raise our children. Such statements are unacceptable and clearly exceed the bounds of respectful behavior. Furthermore, a derogatory tone towards criticism was repeatedly expressed in your public responses to reviews. Calling customers "stupid" while portraying yourself as particularly intelligent and successful in business not only appears unprofessional, but – depending on the wording – can also be legally problematic (Section 185 of the German Criminal Code – Insult). Regarding cash, I would like to add that it is not an "independent means of payment" in the sense of particular transparency. Rather, it enables transactions without linking personal data – which has both advantages and disadvantages. This statement is factual and not an evaluation of your decision. It is regrettable that several customer inquiries regarding the introduction of card payments were not answered constructively, but rather dismissed with polemical statements. Customer requests should be taken seriously and at least discussed objectively. Finally, I would like to clarify that I see no reason to interpret your statements as "envy." Rather, I find the way you handle justified criticism questionable – both in tone and content. Anyone seeking more information on the development of your company can read, among other things, the Mitteldeutsche Zeitung of June 24, 2016. I hope that you will understand this feedback as constructive criticism and place greater emphasis on treating customers respectfully and in compliance with the law in the future.

Very idyllic location, excellent food, and very friendly service. Cash only, but it's signposted outside and you'll be informed.

Very friendly and the cake tasted very good, as did the coffee and ice cream.

Friendly staff. Enjoy your meal.

We were lucky enough to get a table spontaneously – the restaurant was busy, which is generally a good sign. Unfortunately, despite everything, we still didn't feel particularly welcome. The service seemed visibly stressed, which was also noticeable in the atmosphere. At first, we asked for the door to be closed, as we were sitting directly in the draft. This request was initially complied with, but as we left, the waitress dismissed us with the phrase, "Finally, I can open the door again." – a comment that seemed unprofessional and unfortunately tarnished the overall impression. The food was okay, but such experiences unfortunately detract from the overall experience.

The trout was great. Beautiful view of the lake.

It tasted good. Afterwards, we wanted to use the restroom and had to listen as the boss ordered the busy and stressed waitress to clear our table promptly. We hoarded the seats, sitting lazily with our legs wide apart. If we spoke up quietly, we were spoon-fed... what a pity... a well-deserved day off (all the guests here are working hard for this family-friendly outing).

Questionable dump. I've been there twice and I'll never go back. Card payments? None – only cash, which is ridiculous in 2025. Friendliness? Customer service? Hygiene? They don't have that here. The waitress was not only unfriendly, but also dressed in completely unkempt house clothes. Guests were pushed to the checkout while they were eating. Thanks for nothing. * The unfriendliness of the staff is evident in their answers on Google Maps – and that's exactly how you'll be served there.

The smoked trout was sensational, and the chef was very personable. Unfortunately, one waitress seemed stressed. Nevertheless, we'll be back.

Fresh trout eaten with potato salad, simply delicious 😋

Friendly service and delicious trout with homemade potato salad.

It was completely overcrowded, and the staff were completely overwhelmed with their customers, which prevented us from having more than a shandy. The food itself looked good, but the service took a long time. The food wasn't served at the same time for everyone at the table. But that's just my impression; we just watched and sipped our drinks.

We were there today. The waitress was very unfriendly and obviously completely annoyed and overwhelmed. We asked for a trout to go twice. Her response was, "I don't know if that's possible today." But it's posted. When we finished eating, we were practically forced to pay. Never again

The smoked trout was really very good!

After hiking through the entire park yesterday, we ate there afterwards. It was so delicious. Many thanks from G. and W. from Siegen.

This beautiful place has been our insider tip for fish lovers for years. Just imagine this delicacy: freshly smoked trout, still warm, alongside absolutely fantastic homemade potato salad, and a view of the lake... And that's not all! The waitresses and the owner are warm, friendly, and funny. They make every guest feel at home, and you can tell they enjoy working there. Keep up the good work! Thank you!

Unfortunately I cannot recommend the restaurant. We arrived in beautiful sunshine as an unannounced group of 11 people shortly before the main meal time around 11am. Unfortunately we didn't feel welcome. The tone of the female waiter was very unfriendly towards us and other guests. We were more or less complimented out after 45 minutes. Very unfortunate. I give the 3 stars 'ambience' for the lake view from the terrace. The 2 stars 'food' are for the children's menu.

The Schreiter family will definitely come back with a big smile. Kind regards to the friendly service.

Inhospitable, only guests who want food are welcome. There were enough places available.

The food was delicious and the service was very direct…which we really liked😃

We were sent away very rudely before even saying hello. Yes, it was stressful in nice weather, which would have been understood with a short, friendly explanation.

Delicious food. Fast service. You can take fresh smoked trout with you.

Cozy inn with a terrace, quietly located, service friendly and very attentive, the smoked trout with the homemade potato salad is highly recommended

Very nice, idyllic small restaurant located directly at Wörlitzer Park with very friendly staff. Dogs are welcome. Food has a very good price-performance ratio and is very tasty. The home-smoked trout is highly recommended every now and then.

Opening hours on Google are incorrect. We wanted to go on December 30th. Got out to eat, but everything was closed.

Absolutely recommended! Roland's smoked trout,...a poem!!!

Delicious smoked trout "handmade" 😋 with warm potato salad and a fresh salad bouquet. Everything was great 😍 including the friendly service 🙏🏻🍀 Thank you for that, we would like to come back, There are already “repeat offenders” here 😉 Conclusion: If you haven't tried the trout from 'Roland', you've really missed something 😄

Very very tasty. Nice host. Sat outside. Greetings from Wittenberg, see you 😁

Anyone who goes off on such a verbal rampage should change their industry. If you insist on cash and don't accept card payments, you shouldn't be surprised if your customers are duped. I'm thinking of going out for dinner here with the whole family for our anniversary, but given the host's digital eloquence, I'll save myself an analogue visit... Where there is a will, there is a way! Where there is no will, you can talk your way out of it with cycle paths! 🤦‍♀️

Sehr gute Lage, durchgehende Küche, sehr freundlicher Service, gutes Preis-Leistungsverhältnis, Hundefreundlich, sehr gute Qualität der Speisen, besonders zu empfehlen die frisch geräucherte Forelle. Ich begrüsse die klare Positionierung nur zur Barzahlung.

Very good food and staff. The ambience is good. Only the chairs are very hard. Otherwise the restaurant can be highly recommended.

We were out in the park with our children and wanted to stop at the restaurant. We read on the card that only cash payment is possible. We then apologized and said that unfortunately we couldn't eat there because we didn't have that much cash with us. As a result, the innkeeper shouted after us in front of our children that we were becoming dependent and that only cash counted. In any case, today's time is over and the restaurant will no longer see us as guests. It's a shame actually. Update to owner's response: I find the answer subpar because you did not understand the content of the review. We are quite capable of reading. It's not that they don't offer card payments. That's your decision and it's ok - even if it's not contemporary. But you can clearly mark it outside, so every guest can decide straight away whether they can come in or not. It's about your tone and the way you interact with guests. And involving our children in the issue does not show greatness or respect. A nice evening to you and good luck in the future.

A restaurant in 2024 that foregoes card payments not only represents a hurdle to modern customer expectations, but also seems like a step back into the last century. At a time when more and more travelers and locals prefer to pay cashless, this decision seems downright anti-tourism. Why a basic service that has long been standard in other European countries is omitted in a tourist region remains questionable. The suspicion inevitably arises that the restaurateur is deliberately not making his income transparent by refusing to accept card payments. However, this is speculation and remains to be questioned. Nevertheless, the decision to insist on cash leaves an aftertaste that can arouse negative associations with guests. There is also another problematic element: it seems as if the owner is expressing his personal political views at the expense of his customers. Of course everyone has the right to their own opinion, but a restaurant is primarily a place of well-being and hospitality - making a political statement at this point could deter guests rather than attract them. Overall, this business conveys the image of a restaurant that rejects the spirit of the times and is confronted with unnecessary hurdles in a region that thrives on tourism. Guests want service, flexibility and the feeling of being welcome. Here, however, the guest seems to have to adapt.

Unfortunately I can't say anything about the food, but Z.-Schnitzel simply doesn't exist anymore and the explanation from the lady in service, who referred to grandfathering and that's how we always did it, wasn't enough to show that this term is simply perceived as discriminatory by certain groups! It's a shame but it can't be changed. Unfortunately I can't respond to the owner's answer ;-( You have to sort out so much malice and crude/absurd statements in your little cobbled together brain! Discriminate and then see yourself as a victim🤮Dark Germany remains Dark Germany!

Food ok, service/staff underground. Not suitable for customer contact.

I have to be honest, I didn't expect that. Ready-made schnitzel from the deep fryer doesn't work at all. Waiters were apparently overwhelmed and clearly showed this, even though all guests were relaxed. In doing so, you created an unpleasant atmosphere, which shouldn't have been the case. Trout is supposed to be good, we found out later.

We were the last guests today, despite a full house the service was top and so was the food. The fresh trout and also the chicken are a poem. A worthwhile stop.

Unfortunately it all took a very long time. If we had been told this in advance, we would have gone further. After that we were no longer able to cancel our order. The seasonal salad variation is a simple leaf lettuce with tomatoes, plus 4 frozen potato wedges for just under €17, far too much in my opinion. Apparently the trout are a hit here ;-)

Very friendly and warm staff. Plenty of food, you'll be full here. The menu is completely sufficient, everyone will find something here. :-) Gladly again

Very tasty and super nice people

I bought fresh smoked trout to take away. They were so delicious that I regretted not taking more with me.

I haven't been served so kindly and well in a long time. Would come again and again!

The smoked trout was very tasty. The staff was also very friendly. It was nice that we got a late meal at 2 p.m. I can recommend the restaurant.

Went to the inn today spontaneously. It was very nice again. Delicious food, delicious cake 🍰 and very friendly service. We would love to come back.

Let's start with the positive. The location is TOP. That's where it ends. The staff is totally overwhelmed and makes an annoyed impression. I was there 3 times on different days and seasons and it was always the same behavior, even from different staff. Important information: this location only has cash as a payment option, card payments are not accepted. However, this information was only given upon request; it could also be marked somewhere directly or noted on the map, for example. But that also seems to be asking too much or just inconvenient. Not accepting card payments in this day and age and in a location that is teeming with tourism is unbelievable to me. If a customer is dissatisfied, the operator doesn't seem to care, the next ones will come one way or another. I hope that more people don't keep their disappointment to themselves and publish legitimate criticism here openly and honestly. This store won't see me again As with other reviews, the operator's comments are underground. Instead of reflecting on criticism and converting it into an improvement, everyone complains about everything and looks for the fault in the guest other than themselves. For your information, I work my money properly and in a way that adds value and that's exactly why it annoys me when I want to invest the money I earn and my free time in a meal with my family when, as a guest, I don't receive the appreciation and service I deserve. The guests give their money to their shop and thus enable the employees and them to make a living, so you can expect appreciation and professionalism. And again, no card payment is simply no longer appropriate today and if so, please mark it clearly. You should be ashamed of yourself. And rethink your profession, whether there is a shortage of skilled workers or not, gastronomy is a profession that you have to live and not just do. That's why not all people work in the catering industry or don't want to anymore.

In itself a beautifully located restaurant that we actually wanted to stop in for a coffee. However, our visit was almost ruined by the impossible behavior of the owner (?). In the crowded dining room he loudly and unmistakably stated that prams were under no circumstances allowed in the dining room, they would only make a mess. The tirade also affected the weather. The other service staff also seemed overwhelmed. Maybe there was a lot going on, maybe there were incidents within the team. But that belongs in the background and not in the guest room. And the plum cake was like the weather that was being insulted - pretty cold.

Small and fine inn with a view of Lake Wörlitz. The kitchen provided excellent food with smoked trout (house specialty) with potato salad and a piece of plum cake. Very tasty. The service was extremely polite and very accommodating, with a refreshing sense of humor at the same time. Great end to a visit to the Garden Kingdom!

Unfriendly service. Service snippy. We felt disruptive during our smoking break or just before finishing work (around 2 p.m.). Frozen apple strudel drowned in vanilla sauce with tons of cream! Selling instant coffee as latte is cheeky! Too bad!

Wir sind hier zum Forellen essen eingekehrt. Frisch geräuchert auf den Teller. Der Räucherofen steht vor dem Gasthaus und hat uns angelockt. Die sehr nette Bedienung hat alles abgerundet. Danke.

We ate at the Gasthaus zum Seeblick today. The food was super tasty and was prepared and served with a lot of love. The team was super friendly and helpful. You can linger and relax on the terrace. Always happy and absolutely recommended.

Payment by card is not accepted.

A nice little restaurant with a view of the lake and fresh smoked trout every day. Except for the fish and vegetarian potato pockets, all dishes contain meat, including the potato salad (bacon). The food is delicious, but the selection is correspondingly small for vegetarians. The service is friendly and in the mood to joke. Danger! Cash only.

Always delicious smoked fish from Roland. Very nice and careful service. Really recommended.

Despite the heat, very friendly service. The trout is a delight. Would love to come back.

We were there for the third time and were served very well, drank very well and had a beautiful view of the gardens of Wörlitz. We'd love to come back!!

Very tasty food. There's even gypsy schnitzel

I just say fresh smoked trout 👍🏻👍🏻 Mega

Very nice and friendly service, good food and a great place near the lake. We liked it very much.

We often had great meals here. Food excellent and good prices. Unfortunately, you are forced to order lunch at 1 p.m., even though they advertise their own cake, which we would have liked to order. It's a shame that the Seeblick doesn't seem to appreciate customers who "just" want coffee and cake.

What a fine refuge right next to Wörlitzer Park. The smoked trout is a small culinary experience. Delicate smoke aroma and best fish quality. The service is attentive and entertaining. The price/performance ratio is right. We would be happy to come back and recommend the inn without reservation.

Let's go!.....Trout was delicious!

We would have loved to try it out, but payment was only possible in cash. It's a bit incomprehensible these days.