(Lake Lucerne, Switzerland) August 28th, 2024 – Elevated 500m above scenic Lake Lucerne, Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne has attracted a wealth of silver-screen icons and A-List celebrities over the years. In the gilded 60s, the resort provided the backdrop of the iconic James Bond film Goldfinger, and this year on September 17th, 2024, Bürgenstock Resort will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the iconic film’s release.
In honor of the anniversary, a celebratory Goldfinger Dinner will be held at the Oak Grill & Pool Patio on September 20th and 21st, inspired by the dining tastes of the world’s most famous spy. The screenplay of Goldfinger was notable for its many gastronomic moments, with 007 dining lavishly as he traveled the globe, feasting only on the best. Guests can anticipate a four-course tasting menu featuring the finest seasonal produce, expertly flame-grilled, accompanied by an evening of live piano music.
The resort’s mixology created two signature James Bond themed cocktails for the Goldfinger Dinner – The Icebreaker, a twist on a classic dry martini with local vodka and a blend of multiple fortified wines and green apple, and Pussy Galore, a clarified milk punch inspired by the gusty bad-girl-turned-good in the 1964 film. Guests can enjoy a martini and entertainment throughout the evening, while the black-tie dress code invites both in-house and external guests to live like James Bond for the night.
For the month of September, guests will have the opportunity to experience the glamour of James Bond with a Goldfinger Tea and Martini offer hosted at the Lakeview Bar & Lounge. Here, guests can indulge in an exquisite selection of sweet and savory delicacies crafted by the Pâtissier of the Year 2024 award-winner, Damián Carini and paired with the finest teas and perfectly crafted martinis. Imagine savoring a Vesper Martini, the iconic drink ordered by Bond himself in ‘Casino Royale,’ while taking in breathtaking views of Lake Lucerne. The package includes a direct boat trip from Lucerne to Kehrsiten Bürgenstock and access to the Bürgenstock Funicular for a scenic day excursion, reminiscent of Bond’s own thrilling travel adventures.
For the ultimate Bond experience, Bürgenstock Resort will also offer an exclusive ‘The Night Belongs to Bond’ package. This includes an overnight B&B stay at the luxurious Bürgenstock Hotel & Alpine Spa, a destination that echoes the opulence of Bond’s world. Each guest will enjoy a 90-minute Golden Opulence treatment by AMRA with rare rubies, stem cell orchids and meteorites, concluding with a 24kt gold hot stone massage, designed to rejuvenate and pamper in true 007 style and further inclusions to feel like James Bond.
To further immerse in the Bond experience, there will be daily screenings of James Bond movies at the Bürgenstock Cinema, allowing guests to relive the classic moments of Bond’s escapades. From 16th to 22nd September, the cinema will host a special James Bond film week, perfect for film fanatics and those looking to revisit the iconic adventures of Agent 007.
Sixty years ago, Sean Connery navigated the winding Swiss passes in pursuit of Goldfinger, before returning to the Bürgenstock Resort to refresh at the iconic Hollywood Pool. Today’s guests can embrace their inner Bond this September with this unparalleled experience at Bürgenstock Resort, where every detail is designed to transport guests into the sophisticated and thrilling world of James Bond.
