Summary

3 days of yoga and yoga philosophy in the special energy of Oberzell Monastery. Course instructor: Sylvia Asmodena Kurtar The extensive monastery grounds with their herb garden, old trees, water sources, and wells are a special place for inner reflection and geomantic walks!
We meditate, practice asanas, learn more about "feeling ourselves" and have an intense and fulfilling time together. Everything is possible, nothing is mandatory! Those who wish can greet the day with me with a morning meditation at 6:00 a.m. outdoors. Three classic yoga and Lu Jong classes (always before meals, of course) round off our daily asana practice.
We talk about yoga as a philosophy of life, go into our finer perception, I read stories to you... Let yourself be surprised by what this fine, delicate time in this peaceful and highly spiritual place will move in you.

The terms and conditions of the Om Tara Yoga Center apply. FEES & DATES 3 days: Total fee in a double room €529, single room €559 4 days: Total fee in a double room €669, single room €699
6 days: Total fee in a double room €990, single room €1090 The retreat starts on the day of arrival at 1:00 p.m. and ends on the day of departure at approximately 3:00 p.m. 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) 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 (Thursday–Sunday, 4 days) October 2–4, 2026 (Friday–Sunday, 3 days)

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories: Monastery Retreats, Hatha Yoga, Mindfulness, Consciousness, soul, senses & spirit, Breathing, Yoga Retreats, Wellness, Detox Retreats
Date: May | Jun | Jul | Oct
Language(s): German
Place: Zell am Main, Germany
Accommodation: Overnight stay included
Catering: Full board
Types of food: Vegan
Services: Individual yoga classes

Vegan, varied full board

shamanic rituals

Lu Jong (Tibetan healing yoga)

yoga philosophy

Geomantic tours

Good night stories

Wellness massage 60 min. $79

Thoughts nudge

community life

Accommodation

Hospitality is very important to us Franciscan Sisters of Oberzell. Because people are at the heart of everything we do. We respond to an increasingly anonymous world with human warmth. So that you can recharge your batteries in our refined atmosphere and find inspiration for new endeavors.

Friendly, modern rooms suitable for allergy sufferers await you. Both the seminar house and the rooms are architecturally appealing, combining modern elements with traditional features. Bright, light, and spacious, they were designed with a strong focus on ecological compatibility.

Catering

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

sequence

Friday 1:00 p.m. Meet at the reception of the Oberzell Monastery seminar house for a brief introduction and geomantic tour. Approximately 2:00/2:30 p.m. Check into rooms and break. 4:30 p.m. Information/Lu Jong introduction. 6:00 p.m. Dinner.
7:00 p.m. Group discussion with ideas for our 3 days Sat 6:00 a.m. Morning meditation 6:30 a.m. Lu Jong 8:00 a.m. Breakfast 10:45 a.m. Classical yoga 12:00 p.m. Lunch 1:00 p.m. We'll see :-) 4:30 p.m. Classical yoga 6:00 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. Group discussion Sunday 6:00 a.m. Morning meditation 6:30 a.m. Lu Jong 8:00 a.m. Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Final yoga session 12:00 p.m. Lunch 1:30 p.m. – approx. 2:30 p.m. Shamanic closing ritual

Arrival

Oberzell Monastery is located near the village of Zell near Würzburg.
It is easy to reach by car via the A3 motorway, taking the Würzburg exit. Parking spaces are available at the monastery. You can fly to Frankfurt and/or take the train to Würzburg. From Würzburg, you can easily reach the monastery by bus, which departs every 20 minutes from Würzburg train station, or by taxi for approx. €25.

Oberzell 1, 97299 Zell am Main, Bayern, Germany

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6 months ago

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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8 months ago

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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over 1 year ago

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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over 1 year ago

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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over 1 year ago

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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almost 2 years ago

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