GMUNDNER LODGE


how it all began
Gmundner Lodge
Markus Friesacher, the owner of Gmundner, has been returning to Namibia for 20 years, where he has developed a deep personal connection to the country and its people. From his very first explorations, Markus Friesacher had a vision of a self-sustaining lodge where discerning travellers from all over the world could discover Namibia's true wilderness and rugged beauty in an environment found nowhere else in the world.
In 2021, Gmundner Lodge was designed with careful consideration for the preservation of the surrounding environment, wildlife and culture. Gmundner Lodge represents a new era of unrivalled luxury in the wilderness with reimagined guest experiences that combine adventure and wellness in equal measure.
The Gmundner Lodge delivers on the promise of self-sufficiency, is powered by solar energy and is built in harmony with nature, using locally sourced, sustainable materials that extend from construction to interior design. To bring Gmundner Lodge to life, local architects, designers and contractors were brought in to carefully incorporate the landscape and cultural heritage into their designs.
Gmundner Lodge is proudly run by locals who use their knowledge of Namibia to facilitate meaningful cultural exchange with visitors.