3 Days of Yoga at the Monastery: Strength for the Body & Peace for the Mind

4.9 (16 Reviews) · Zell am Main, Germany
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Summary

3 days of yoga and yoga philosophy in the unique atmosphere of Oberzell Abbey.
Instructor: Sylvia Asmodena Kurtar

The expansive abbey grounds, with their herb garden, ancient trees, springs, and fountains, are a special place for introspection and geomantic walks!
We will meditate, practice asanas, learn more about “being present,” and share an intense, fulfilling time together.
Everything is optional—nothing is mandatory!
Those who wish can join me in welcoming the day with a morning meditation outdoors at 6:00 a.m. Three classic yoga and Lu Jong sessions (always before meals, of course) will round out our daily asana practice.
We’ll discuss yoga as a philosophy of life, delve into our subtle perceptions, and I’ll read stories to you...
Let yourself be surprised by what this gentle, delicate time in this peaceful and highly spiritual place will stir within you.

The Om Tara Yoga Center’s Terms and Conditions apply

FEE & DATES

3 days: Total fee in a shared double room €529, single room €559
4 days: Total fee in a shared double room €669, single room €699
6 days: Total fee in a shared double room €990, single room €1090

The retreat begins at 1:00 PM on the day of arrival and ends at approximately 3:00 PM on the day of departure.
The price includes accommodation, vegan full board, and of course the yoga retreat ;-)

2026
April 2–7, 2026 (Thu–Tue, 6 days)
May 1–3, 2026 (Fri–Sun, 3 days) !! Fully booked !!
May 22–25, 2026 (Fri–Mon, 4 days)
June 12–14, 2026 (Fri–Sun, 3 days)
July 17–19, 2026 (Fri–Sun, 3 days)
August 13–16, 2026 (Thu–Sun, 4 days)
September 3–6, 2026 (Thu–Sun, 4 days)
October 2–4, 2026 (Fri–Sun, 3 days)

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories
Monastery Retreats, Hatha Yoga, Mindfulness, Yoga Retreats, Wellness, Detox Retreats, Consciousness, soul, senses & spirit, Breathing
Language(s)
German
Place
Zell am Main, Germany
Accommodation
Overnight stay included
Catering
Full board
Types of food
Vegan
Services
  • Vegan, varied full board

  • Private yoga lessons

  • shamanic rituals

  • Lu Jong (Tibetan healing yoga)

  • Thought-Provokers

  • Sense of community

  • Geomantic Walks

  • Yoga Philosophy

  • Goodnight Stories

  • Relaxation Massage (60 min) €79

Accommodation

Here at the Oberzeller Franciscan Sisters, hospitality is our top priority.

Because people are at the heart of everything we do. We respond to an increasingly anonymous world with human warmth. We hope you can recharge your batteries in our welcoming atmosphere and find inspiration for new endeavors.

Friendly, modern, allergy-friendly rooms await you.
Both the retreat center and the rooms feature an architecturally appealing design. Modern elements are skillfully combined with traditional features. The result is a bright, airy, and spacious environment, with a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability.

Catering

Fresh, varied, vegan cuisine featuring simple and delicious dishes.
Full board throughout your stay. Dinner is included on the day of arrival, and breakfast and lunch are included on the day of departure.
Drinks are served with meals; drinks are available for purchase outside of meal times.

sequence

Fri
1:00 PM Meet at the reception desk of the Kloster Oberzell retreat center for a brief get-together and a geomantic tour
approx. 2:00 / 2:30 PM Check into rooms and break
4:30 PM Information session / Lu Jong introduction
6:00 PM Dinner
7:00 PM Group session with ideas for our 3 days
SAT
6:00 AM Morning meditation
6:30 AM Lu Jong
8:00 AM Breakfast
10:45 AM Classical yoga
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM Let’s see :-)
4:30 PM Classical yoga
6:00 PM Dinner
7:00 PM Group session
SUN
6:00 AM Morning meditation
6:30 AM Lu Jong
8:00 AM Breakfast
10:30 AM Final yoga session
12:00 PM Lunch
1:30 PM – approx. 2:30 PM Shamanic closing ritual

Arrival

Oberzell Abbey is located near the village of Zell, near Würzburg.
It is easy to reach by car via the A3 highway, taking the Würzburg exit.
Parking is available on site.
You can also travel by plane to Frankfurt and/or by train to Würzburg.
From Würzburg, you can easily reach the monastery by bus, which departs from the Würzburg train station every 20 minutes, or by taxi for approximately €25.

Oberzell 1, 97299 Zell am Main, Bayern, Germany

4.9

16 Reviews

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The accommodation was beautifully situated, very well maintained and offered an all-round relaxing atmosphere. The food was lovingly prepared, varied and nourished body and soul in equal measure. The yoga course was professionally led, inspiring and gave me new impulses for my practice.

Patrick V

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A wonderful place and an inspiring time with suggestions for reflection, awareness, finding peace and recharging your batteries. Thank you from the bottom of my heart and a recommendation to anyone who wants to get involved. This weekend retreat consciously and successfully dispenses with "performance yoga" and instead goes back to the origins and actual ideas of yoga. Loving, gentle, soothing . 🧡

Amélie Meier

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Asmodena is by far the best yoga teacher I have ever met. She radiates peace and contentment and is very wise. She is an absolute role model and the retreat at Oberzell Monastery was the beginning of a very exciting and beautiful journey. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your being and I will definitely be back! 🤍🤍

Verena Heger

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Both the yoga teacher and the monastery team were simply wonderful. I felt very comfortable during the 3 days and will be back next year. Asmodena is a really special, warm woman who noticed every participant. The accommodation in the Klara guest house was clean and tidy and the food was delicious. The opportunity to buy drinks and snacks in the cafeteria was ideal.

Carola Funk

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Great retreat weekend with Asmudema and Christina at Oberzell Monastery. Fascinating monastery grounds with ideal surroundings for meditation and relaxation. We got to know many different yoga approaches and exercises and learned a lot about their backgrounds. Very successful, we would be happy to return any time.

Christine Lohscheidt

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Beautiful monastery Super great yoga sessions

Alexandra Herfurth

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Cancellation policy

If you cancel up to 30 days before arrival, you will receive a 75% refund of the booking price.
If you cancel up to 14 days before arrival, you will receive a 50% refund of the booking price.
If you cancel up to 7 days before arrival, you will receive a 30% refund of the booking price.
After this, the booking is non-refundable.

Cancellation fee for cancellations made between four and two weeks before the event date: 25% of the total cost
Cancellation fee for cancellations made less than 14 days before the event date: 50% of the total cost
Cancellation fee for cancellations made less than 7 days before the event date: 70% of the total cost
Cancellation fee for cancellations made less than 4 days before the event date: 100% of the total cost

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