In the world of beautiful things, Sanja and Bato, a couple and business partners who have a feel and passion for anything special, always stay on the right track. Before an item is added to the beautiful collection at DARWIN'S DAUGHTER, it has to be discovered, critically considered and, ultimately,  deemed to be sufficiently special by the couple. And this is something that Sanja and Bato are really proud of in their very successful shop.

All of Darwin's voyages were about discovery. Like DARWIN'S DAUGHTER, too. But completely different discoveries. While the famous father did research, observed nature and collected exhibits in order to develop great theories, his little daughter travelled and discovered the world with open eyes, enjoying places and moments, and being surprised by everything and anything beautiful. Fine fabrics, gorgeous jewellery, delicate bowls, artfully crafted furniture – all of which were so much more exciting than her father's dried beetles and preparations. But, best of all, her suitcases were also so much bigger and filled with surprises when she finally landed here …

My decision to open the boutique in Drosselgasse was based on my love of jewellery design, the region and the people here. I have always been fascinated by the liveliness and joviality of Drosselgasse. And, although I originally trained to become a lawyer, jewellery is my passion, and my heart belongs in Rüdesheim on the Rhine. I want the people from different nations who visit us daily in Drosselgasse to feel these emotions, too, and take home an unforgettable memory of their visit.

The power of gemstones has been known for thousands of years and has a rich history in the region. Hildegard of Bingen and the queens and kings of the region already used the power of gemstones. Our family business was founded in the valley of the Middle Rhine in 1995. Traditionally, we have always focused on making gemstone jewellery in various shapes and colours. It is designed to accentuate the beauty of the gemstones and minerals. Today, as in the past, people are fascinated with gemstones and delighted by their beauty.

... and exclusive accessories, of course. It was only a matter of time until she and the little lady found each other.

Sanja adores looking for beautiful things. Both as a collector and businesswoman, because she and her partner Bato are owners of DARWIN's DAUGHTER and have thus created a place in Rüdesheim where people on the look out for sophisticated accessories are guaranteed success. LADY MARLEEN is now another interesting stop for shoppers, but for people who are romantic or nostalgic and fall for the magic of special things.

The fantastic story of LADY MARLEEN is a short, but almost true love story:

The young lady got dressed up and escaped from her strict governess to meet Cedric, her fiancé, at the pier in Le Havre. At the dead of night and secretly, because unfortunately Cedric – a dashing officer on the Calcutta Line – was not quite in keeping with her rank. It was dark, and suddenly a stiff breeze got up, as the steamer finally arrived after a long wait. Fortunately for the lovers, little LADY MARLEEN’s fluttering dress with her bright umbrella could be seen from far away. A brightly glowing light, a rendezvous, happiness à deux …

Our employees have "matured" with us. Stop by and be convinced by their expertise, based on years of experience! Or just come visit us and be a kid again.

We are the only manufacturer of mechanical musical works in the European Union. In our own workshops, we keep handicraft traditions alive which have virtually died off elsewhere in the world. The mechanical songbirds, which we still produce today, were formerly very special gifts among kings and princes – handmade in Rüdesheim.

... visit my nice wine boutique at the upper end of Drosselgasse.

... we offer our range here. Some celebrities from the Asian region have found "their" wine here ...

Born in Paris, Lydie Roger lived in Australia and yet has remained true to Rüdesheim am Rhein and "her" tavern since 1970. Working with Sören Kunze, as representative  of the younger generation, and the experienced team, we enjoy welcoming guests from near and far ... together with a bird sitting permanently on the roof of the tavern – our thrush, the symbol of Drosselgasse.

Historically, Drosselgasse only provided lodging for Rhine sailors, but from 1860 the Drosselhof developed from a small-scale seasonal wine bar into a fully fledged wine tavern, and was already awarded a star by the Baedecker travel guide which described it as "very popular". The landlord knew that the jovial singalong in his restaurant was attracting visitors in droves. The singing was so popular with the guests in this sole wine tavern in the alley that in 1883 a song was written especially for the Drosselhof, contributing substantially to the fame of Drosselgasse. During the Second World War, in November 1944, a bomb attack left the alley in rubble and ashes – only the Drosselhof was spared!

Astrid and Kai Climenti are "genuine" Rüdesheimers and very strongly rooted in the region. They are the third generation running the family business.<br /> Astrid, mother to Kai, has been running the business with a large dose of innovation and even more passion for 30 years.

Kai joined the family business 10 years ago. Before doing so, he trained as a winegrower and worked as a freelancer running an event location, gathering experience which has been useful for setting up the QuerfeldWein and QuerfeldHeim businesses. As your local contact, he is delighted to represent the virtues of the region.

Simone Schuld started as assistant to the management. Guests at QuerfeldHeim are looked after by a competent contact person on site.

At the beginning of 1997, the restaurant was given a facelift and renamed "Bollesje" (word for prison in Hessian dialect). The "QuerfeldWein” Vinothek, a wine boutique, was added in 2009. It is located in the former stable in the building’s inner courtyard.

In the world of beautiful things, as a duo, they always stay on the right track:

Sanja and Bato are a couple and business partners who are constantly on the look out for and share a love for anything special. Before joining the beautiful collection at DARWIN'S DAUGHTER, an item has to be discovered, critically considered and, ultimately, deemed to be sufficiently special by the couple. And this is something that Sanja and Bato are really proud of in their very successful shop.

All of Darwin's voyages were about discovery. Like DARWIN'S DAUGHTER, too. But looking for completely different discoveries.

While her famous father did research, observed nature and collected exhibits in order to develop great theories, his little daughter travelled and discovered the world with open eyes, enjoying places and moments and being surprised by everything beautiful. Fine fabrics, gorgeous jewellery, delicate bowls, artfully crafted furniture – all of which were so much more exciting than her father's dried beetles and preparations. But best of all, her suitcases were also so much bigger and filled with surprises when she finally landed here …

In the world of beautiful things, Sanja and Bato, a couple and business partners who have a feel and passion for anything special, always stay on the right track. Before an item is added to the beautiful collection at DARWIN'S DAUGHTER, it has to be discovered, critically considered and, ultimately,  deemed to be sufficiently special by the couple. And this is something that Sanja and Bato are really proud of in their very successful shop.

All of Darwin's voyages were about discovery. Like DARWIN'S DAUGHTER, too. But completely different discoveries. While the famous father did research, observed nature and collected exhibits in order to develop great theories, his little daughter travelled and discovered the world with open eyes, enjoying places and moments, and being surprised by everything and anything beautiful. Fine fabrics, gorgeous jewellery, delicate bowls, artfully crafted furniture – all of which were so much more exciting than her father's dried beetles and preparations. But, best of all, her suitcases were also so much bigger and filled with surprises when she finally landed here …

My decision to open the boutique in Drosselgasse was based on my love of jewellery design, the region and the people here. I have always been fascinated by the liveliness and joviality of Drosselgasse. And, although I originally trained to become a lawyer, jewellery is my passion, and my heart belongs in Rüdesheim on the Rhine. I want the people from different nations who visit us daily in Drosselgasse to feel these emotions, too, and take home an unforgettable memory of their visit.

The power of gemstones has been known for thousands of years and has a rich history in the region. Hildegard of Bingen and the queens and kings of the region already used the power of gemstones. Our family business was founded in the valley of the Middle Rhine in 1995. Traditionally, we have always focused on making gemstone jewellery in various shapes and colours. It is designed to accentuate the beauty of the gemstones and minerals. Today, as in the past, people are fascinated with gemstones and delighted by their beauty.

... and exclusive accessories, of course. It was only a matter of time until she and the little lady found each other.

Sanja adores looking for beautiful things. Both as a collector and businesswoman, because she and her partner Bato are owners of DARWIN's DAUGHTER and have thus created a place in Rüdesheim where people on the look out for sophisticated accessories are guaranteed success. LADY MARLEEN is now another interesting stop for shoppers, but for people who are romantic or nostalgic and fall for the magic of special things.

The fantastic story of LADY MARLEEN is a short, but almost true love story:

The young lady got dressed up and escaped from her strict governess to meet Cedric, her fiancé, at the pier in Le Havre. At the dead of night and secretly, because unfortunately Cedric – a dashing officer on the Calcutta Line – was not quite in keeping with her rank. It was dark, and suddenly a stiff breeze got up, as the steamer finally arrived after a long wait. Fortunately for the lovers, little LADY MARLEEN’s fluttering dress with her bright umbrella could be seen from far away. A brightly glowing light, a rendezvous, happiness à deux …

Our employees have "matured" with us. Stop by and be convinced by their expertise, based on years of experience! Or just come visit us and be a kid again.

We are the only manufacturer of mechanical musical works in the European Union. In our own workshops, we keep handicraft traditions alive which have virtually died off elsewhere in the world. The mechanical songbirds, which we still produce today, were formerly very special gifts among kings and princes – handmade in Rüdesheim.

... visit my nice wine boutique at the upper end of Drosselgasse.

... we offer our range here. Some celebrities from the Asian region have found "their" wine here ...

Born in Paris, Lydie Roger lived in Australia and yet has remained true to Rüdesheim am Rhein and "her" tavern since 1970. Working with Sören Kunze, as representative &nbsp;of the younger generation, and the experienced team, we enjoy welcoming guests from near and far ... together with a bird sitting permanently on the roof of the tavern – our thrush, the symbol of Drosselgasse.

Historically, Drosselgasse only provided lodging for Rhine sailors, but from 1860 the Drosselhof developed from a small-scale seasonal wine bar into a fully fledged wine tavern, and was already awarded a star by the Baedecker travel guide which described it as "very popular". The landlord knew that the jovial singalong in his restaurant was attracting visitors in droves. The singing was so popular with the guests in this sole wine tavern in the alley that in 1883 a song was written especially for the Drosselhof, contributing substantially to the fame of Drosselgasse. During the Second World War, in November 1944, a bomb attack left the alley in rubble and ashes – only the Drosselhof was spared!

Astrid and Kai Climenti are "genuine" Rüdesheimers and very strongly rooted in the region. They are the third generation running the family business.<br /> Astrid, mother to Kai, has been running the business with a large dose of innovation and even more passion for 30 years.

Kai joined the family business 10 years ago. Before doing so, he trained as a winegrower and worked as a freelancer running an event location, gathering experience which has been useful for setting up the QuerfeldWein and QuerfeldHeim businesses. As your local contact, he is delighted to represent the virtues of the region.

Simone Schuld started as assistant to the management. Guests at QuerfeldHeim are looked after by a competent contact person on site.

At the beginning of 1997, the restaurant was given a facelift and renamed "Bollesje" (word for prison in Hessian dialect). The "QuerfeldWein” Vinothek, a wine boutique, was added in 2009. It is located in the former stable in the building’s inner courtyard.

In the world of beautiful things, as a duo, they always stay on the right track:

Sanja and Bato are a couple and business partners who are constantly on the look out for and share a love for anything special. Before joining the beautiful collection at DARWIN'S DAUGHTER, an item has to be discovered, critically considered and, ultimately, deemed to be sufficiently special by the couple. And this is something that Sanja and Bato are really proud of in their very successful shop.

All of Darwin's voyages were about discovery. Like DARWIN'S DAUGHTER, too. But looking for completely different discoveries.

While her famous father did research, observed nature and collected exhibits in order to develop great theories, his little daughter travelled and discovered the world with open eyes, enjoying places and moments and being surprised by everything beautiful. Fine fabrics, gorgeous jewellery, delicate bowls, artfully crafted furniture – all of which were so much more exciting than her father's dried beetles and preparations. But best of all, her suitcases were also so much bigger and filled with surprises when she finally landed here …