Staying near Gut Zichtau

In short: Landhotel “Zum Pottkuchen” is about 10 kilometres from Gut Zichtau in Kalbe (Milde), roughly 12 minutes by car. Guests attending weddings, conferences and celebrations at Gut Zichtau will find a quiet room with us in a small, owner-run hotel.

As of: November 2026

How far is Gut Zichtau from the hotel?

From our hotel at Marktstraße 9 in Kalbe (Milde) to Gut Zichtau (Am Gutshof 2, Gardelegen) it is about 10 kilometres via the L21. The drive takes about 12 minutes.

What is Gut Zichtau?

Gut Zichtau is a historic estate in the Zichtau district of the Hanseatic town of Gardelegen, on the edge of the Hellberge hills. Today it is used as an events and conference venue: according to its own website there is the Orangery, the former cattle barn (Rinderstall) with 400 m² for up to 199 people, and a granary with three floors that can be hired separately. Weddings, conferences, company and summer parties as well as markets take place on the estate.

Who is a stay at the Pottkuchen ideal for?

• Wedding guests who don’t want to drive far after the celebration.
• Conference participants attending an event at Gut Zichtau and arriving the evening before.
• Visitors to markets and events on the estate who want to turn it into a trip to the Altmark.

When can you stay with us?

In the main season (May to September) you can stay with us every night except Sunday to Monday. In the off-season (October to April) we are open Monday to Friday; the hotel is closed at weekends. Check-in is possible between 3 and 6 pm. Many celebrations at Gut Zichtau take place at weekends: for wedding parties, larger groups or conferences with overnight stays, we are happy to make an exception in the off-season – just get in touch. You will find current information under News.

Please note: Many celebrations at Gut Zichtau take place at weekends – in the off-season our hotel is closed then. It is therefore best to enquire about your date early.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Gut Zichtau from the hotel?

About 10 kilometres – roughly 12 minutes by car.

What do groups need to bear in mind?

With eight rooms and a maximum of 12 beds, we are a small hotel. That is why we cannot hold room allocations or provisional reservations: every booking is binding for both sides. For wedding parties, we recommend enquiring early and booking the rooms firmly straight away.

Can I arrive late?

Regular check-in is between 3 and 6 pm. If you will arrive after 6 pm, please be sure to call us beforehand. We will then prepare your check-in together by phone; this requires your bill to have been paid in advance. We are not an anonymous 24-hour hotel, and for the safety of all our guests we like to know who is staying with us.

How do I get to the hotel after a celebration at Gut Zichtau?

Taxi is the most convenient option. Please arrange the journey yourself. We recommend Heide-Taxi from Gardelegen, which you can reach by phone and also via WhatsApp. You will find the contact details on the taxi company’s website.

Landhotel “Zum Pottkuchen” is a small, owner-run hotel in a listed merchant’s house from 1775 in the old town of Kalbe (Milde). Eight rooms, breakfast in-house, free 1 Gbit/s fibre-optic internet and a conference room for small groups: after the celebration at Gut Zichtau you’ll be with us in just a few minutes. View our rooms or send us an enquiry.