A farewell after 64 years: what will become of the West Styrian court?

A farewell after 64 years: what will become of the West Styrian court?

An era comes to an end: The West Styrian court in Bad Gams, which has been in the family -owned of the Kalthubers for 64 years, will close on November 3, 2024. Christoph and Sonja Kalthuber, who have been running since 1985, are now facing the difficult decision on how to continue with their beloved inn. The sale, the conversion to a hotel or a redesign of living space are in the room. The background to this difficult decision is numerous.

Klaus Kalthuber, the owner, gave an insight into the motives of the closure in an interview. In addition to age and health challenges, the lack of suitable staff also play an important role. In addition, the children decided against continuing the family business, which continued to complicate the situation. Kalthuber explained that gastronomy has been strong in recent years and emphasized the enormous administrative effort as well as the increasing costs for personnel and energies.

economic challenges

The closure is reinforced as a spa by the decline of interest to Bad Gam. Kalthuber acknowledges that the spa town "only exists on paper" and the years of paying for the tourist tax, without there is a real spa offer, are frustrating. "Bad Gams has been growing as a district since it was incorporated. There is no longer its own tourism organization," says Kalthuber. These overwhelming economic factors have contributed to the decision to close the West Styrian court.

In the coming months, it is to clarify which future is intended for the property. Until then, the closure remains an emotional topic for the Kalthuber family and the employees. Klaus Kalthuber, with regret, commented on the upcoming separation of a company that he and his team led with dedication. "Such employees, some of whom have been working tirelessly for the company for well over ten years, are rare," he said, adding that all employees had already found new jobs. The Kalthuber family would like to thank their loyal guests and long -time employees for the beautiful years together.

Last year the “Previous Weits” in the West Styrian court were opened with great joy, which shows that, despite its challenges, the inn has always maintained special events and traditions.

For further information on this significant development in Bad Gams The report of www.meinbezirk.at deeper insights into the background of the closure. The preservation of traditions and the challenges that gastronomy brings with it these days will remain a warming topic in the region.