Company history
Over 120 years experience with everything that naturally serves your health
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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.
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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. -
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.
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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.
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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. -
2001
Under a new roof
Relocation to the present administrative building with salesrooms on the ground floor.
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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.
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2008
Cosmetics
The exclusive, high-quality cosmetics from Kräuterhaus
Sanct Bernhard are produced by dedicated employees according to high quality standards. -
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. -
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.
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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. -
2013
110 years of Sanct Bernhard
In 2013 we celebrated the 110th anniversary of our company with our traditional courtyard party.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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2024
Opening of a new branch in Kirchheim unter Teck
In our modern, harmoniously furnished shop in Kirchheim unter Teck, we present our entire range of natural remedies and body care products from our own production on 180 square metres. Our branch is located in close proximity to the town hall.
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2024
Opening of a new branch in Kirchheim unter Teck
In our modern, harmoniously furnished shop in Kirchheim unter Teck, we present our entire range of natural remedies and body care products from our own production on 180 square metres. Our branch is located in close proximity to the town hall.
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2024
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.