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Company history
Over 120 years experience with everything that naturally serves your health

  • 1903

    The story begins

    Since 1903, Sanct Bernhard has stood for high-quality, effective natural remedies and personal care products from our own production. Just like almost all companies, the history of Kräuterhaus Sanct Bernhard also starts small. Already in the first half of the 20th century, the herbal teas were packaged and distributed under the 1903 registered trademark Sanct Bernhard in Düsseldorf.

  • 1921

    Historical postcard

    Just as Bad Ditzenbach has changed and grown over the years in the Swabian Alb, Kräuterhaus Sanct Bernhard has also evolved over the years.
    Here is a postcard from the year 1921, already in colour.

    Historical postcard
  • 1960

    Hägenmark production

    In the 1960s, the Schulz family, which had long been known for its rosehip and juniper specialties, took over the sale of Sanct Bernhard herbal teas. Since then, the company has steadily expanded its product range to a total of over 1,000 different natural remedies, herbal and fruit teas and personal care products.

    Hägenmark production
  • 1967

    Bad Ditzenbach in the 1960s

    Bad Ditzenbach has changed a lot since then. The current company premises is located at around the left edge of the photo. The railway track Geislingen-Wiesensteig, which runs across the picture and was dismantled in the late 1960s, can also be clearly seen. Nowadays there is a cycle path along the former tracks from Bad Überkingen to Wiesensteig.

    Bad Ditzenbach in the 1960s
  • 1996

    Relocation to new premises

    The company grew further in the 1990s and initially moved into the premises of the current Wellnesshotel. Another relocation to a neighbouring building took place several years later.
    The owners are Mr Hans and Elmar Schulz.

    Relocation to new premises
  • 2001

    Under a new roof

    Relocation to the present administrative building with salesrooms on the ground floor.

    Under a new roof
  • 2003

    Logistics

    In order to meet the ever-increasing demand for our products, 2003 saw the move to a larger building, from where distribution and logistics are then organised and managed.

    Logistics
  • 2008

    Cosmetics

    The exclusive, high-quality cosmetics from Kräuterhaus
    Sanct Bernhard are produced by dedicated employees according to high quality standards.

    Cosmetics
  • 2010

    A special highlight is opened in 2010:

    A garden that stimulates all the senses and invites you to linger a while.
    Our experience herb garden covers 3,000 m² and has about 500 different plant species. In addition to an inhalatorium with soothing salty sea air and the medicinal plant garden ,, which is grouped according to indication areas, the fragrance and colour garden seduces the senses.
    Bus and visitor groups are offered an extensive tour with expert information on the effect and processing of plants.

    A special highlight is opened in 2010:
  • 2012

    Opening of a new branch in Göppingen

    Over an area of 120 square metres, we present our entire range of natural remedies and personal care products from our own production. Our branch is located directly near Göppingen pedestrian area.

    Opening of a new branch in Göppingen
  • 2012

    Opening Spezerei

    Coffee house and chocolaterie - the ideal complement to your visit to Bad Ditzenbach!
    Spezerei - what used to be called spice shops, today at Sanct Bernhard stands for the finest pleasure: exquisite specialities with the best ingredients always freshly produced. Be it a particularly good cup of coffee, a wonderfully delicious piece of cake, a fruity, creamy sundae or our creamy, delicate, hand-scooped chocolates. We also have cakes for special occasions in our repertoire.

    Opening Spezerei
  • 2013

    110 years of Sanct Bernhard

    In 2013 we celebrated the 110th anniversary of our company with our traditional courtyard party.

    110 years of Sanct Bernhard
  • 2018

    New pallet warehouse

    The new high-bay warehouse is put into operation. Located directly next to the previous logistics centre, it offers space for 3300 pallets. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and air conditioning, it ensures compliance with strict hygiene and temperature regulations for storage.

    New pallet warehouse
  • 2020

    Logistics centre upgrade

    With the addition of two new "Rotapicks", which are used to supply the most in-demand products, the order picking system can now pack 16,000 order items daily. This brings the total number of Rotapicks to five and increases capacity by a third.

  • 2020

    New production building

    After two and a half years of construction, the new production building has been completed and occupied. Since March 2020, the upper floor of the building has housed the oil capsule production with two production lines for the manufacture of up to 130,000 capsules per hour. A third production machine is already in preparation. Soon, plastic containers will also be produced in the new production building. Large compression machines are ready for this production on the ground floor. Other technical equipment, such as the air-conditioning system, also requires a lot of space and is located on the ground floor.

    New production building
  • 2021

    Extension of the adventure herb garden

    Our adventure herb garden was expanded by 1,500 m² to 4,500 m². Around 1,000 different plant species and new themed areas can be experienced. In addition, an even larger number of cosy seats invites you to rest and relax

    Extension of the adventure herb garden
  • 2021

    Change in the management board

    Sadly, our Senior-Chefs Hans and Alwine Schulz passed away within one week in March 2021. Their children, grandchildren and wives, who all work in the Kräuterhaus, shall continue the successful development of the company in their spirit. They are supported by many experienced employees who have "aged" with the Kräuterhaus. From the family circle,

    Sally Wagner now moves up to the corporate management as managing director.

  • 2023

    New construction

    We plan to complete the construction work by spring 2024. What can you expect? Among other things, a 600 m² shop extension, a show production and an auditorium for events and guided tours.

    New construction
  • 2023

    Hotel conversion

    In addition, our hotel is being renewed for you. We are renovating the entrance area, the reception, the lobby and the restaurant as well as the treatment and wellness area. You are welcome to visit us in our new premises by spring 2023.

  • ···

    The future

    What started as a small family business now shows itself as a stable company with 500 employees that sends about 6 000 packages all over the world every day. 
    In the future, we will continue to develop new, innovative products that contribute to the health, beauty and well-being of our customers.


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Your health is our top priority. That's what the name Sanct Bernhard has stood for since 1903.

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Quality

We achieve the highest quality through conscientious controls and strict quality assurance.

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Employees

Our competent and committed employees are one of the building blocks of our success.

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