Meditation Retreats

A meditation retreat is often equated with a Vipassana retreat or Vipassana meditation. It comes exactly from this direction, but can also be done separately. Especially beginners who are looking for a suitable retreat center with the thought 'I want to learn to meditate' are not familiar with Vipassana at first. The understanding of where the meditation retreat comes from and what its actual goal is usually only comes gradually. But whether you are a beginner or an advanced meditator - inner peace is desirable for everyone.

413 curated retreats 4.9 (446 reviews) from €77
  • Qigong Retreat in Crete, Greece
  • Qigong Retreat in Crete, Greece
  • Qigong Retreat in Crete, Greece
  • Qigong Retreat in Crete, Greece
  • Qigong Retreat in Crete, Greece
  • Qigong Retreat in Crete, Greece
  • Qigong Retreat in Crete, Greece
  • Qigong Retreat in Crete, Greece
  • Qigong Retreat in Crete, Greece
  • Qigong Retreat in Crete, Greece
4 People interested

Qigong Retreat in Crete, Greece

Sougia, Kreta, Greece

$1,946 / 11 Days

  • 7 Day Return to Your Roots & Hiking Retreat, Imlil, Morocco
  • 7 Day Return to Your Roots & Hiking Retreat, Imlil, Morocco
  • 7 Day Return to Your Roots & Hiking Retreat, Imlil, Morocco
  • 7 Day Return to Your Roots & Hiking Retreat, Imlil, Morocco
  • 7 Day Return to Your Roots & Hiking Retreat, Imlil, Morocco
  • 7 Day Return to Your Roots & Hiking Retreat, Imlil, Morocco
  • 7 Day Return to Your Roots & Hiking Retreat, Imlil, Morocco
  • 7 Day Return to Your Roots & Hiking Retreat, Imlil, Morocco
  • 7 Day Return to Your Roots & Hiking Retreat, Imlil, Morocco
  • 7 Day Return to Your Roots & Hiking Retreat, Imlil, Morocco
8 People interested

7 Day Return to Your Roots & Hiking Retreat, Imlil, Morocco

Marrakech, Morocco

$1,484 / 7 Days

  • Experience the lightness of being
  • Experience the lightness of being
  • Experience the lightness of being
  • Experience the lightness of being
  • Experience the lightness of being
  • Experience the lightness of being
  • Experience the lightness of being
  • Experience the lightness of being
  • Experience the lightness of being
  • Experience the lightness of being
10 People interested

Experience the lightness of being

Hünfeld, Germany

$243 / 3 Days

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  • 8-day yoga adventure retreat in Namibia
  • 8-day yoga adventure retreat in Namibia
  • 8-day yoga adventure retreat in Namibia
  • 8-day yoga adventure retreat in Namibia
  • 8-day yoga adventure retreat in Namibia
  • 8-day yoga adventure retreat in Namibia
  • 8-day yoga adventure retreat in Namibia
  • 8-day yoga adventure retreat in Namibia
  • 8-day yoga adventure retreat in Namibia
  • 8-day yoga adventure retreat in Namibia
15 People interested

8-day yoga adventure retreat in Namibia

Swakopmund, Namibia

$4,057 / 8 Days

  • Fascia Flow: summer retreat for flexibility & balance
  • Fascia Flow: summer retreat for flexibility & balance
  • Fascia Flow: summer retreat for flexibility & balance
  • Fascia Flow: summer retreat for flexibility & balance
  • Fascia Flow: summer retreat for flexibility & balance
8 People interested

Fascia Flow: summer retreat for flexibility & balance

Altenfelden, Austria

$1,507 / 8 Days

  • LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - FLOW. Psychological retreat featuring coaching, breathwork, and yoga
  • LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - FLOW. Psychological retreat featuring coaching, breathwork, and yoga
  • LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - FLOW. Psychological retreat featuring coaching, breathwork, and yoga
  • LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - FLOW. Psychological retreat featuring coaching, breathwork, and yoga
  • LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - FLOW. Psychological retreat featuring coaching, breathwork, and yoga
  • LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - FLOW. Psychological retreat featuring coaching, breathwork, and yoga
  • LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - FLOW. Psychological retreat featuring coaching, breathwork, and yoga
  • LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - FLOW. Psychological retreat featuring coaching, breathwork, and yoga
  • LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - FLOW. Psychological retreat featuring coaching, breathwork, and yoga
  • LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - FLOW. Psychological retreat featuring coaching, breathwork, and yoga
10 People interested

LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - FLOW. Psychological retreat featuring coaching, breathwork, and yoga

Talalla, Sri Lanka

$3,455 / 8 Days

  • Mindfulness Workshop I near Cologne
  • Mindfulness Workshop I near Cologne
  • Mindfulness Workshop I near Cologne
  • Mindfulness Workshop I near Cologne
  • Mindfulness Workshop I near Cologne
  • Mindfulness Workshop I near Cologne
  • Mindfulness Workshop I near Cologne
  • Mindfulness Workshop I near Cologne
  • Mindfulness Workshop I near Cologne
  • Mindfulness Workshop I near Cologne
11 People interested

Mindfulness Workshop I near Cologne

Leverkusen, Germany

$324 / 3 Days

  • A break for the soul! Reconnect & Recharge. Experience summer bliss, inner strength, clarity, and tranquility.
  • A break for the soul! Reconnect & Recharge. Experience summer bliss, inner strength, clarity, and tranquility.
  • A break for the soul! Reconnect & Recharge. Experience summer bliss, inner strength, clarity, and tranquility.
  • A break for the soul! Reconnect & Recharge. Experience summer bliss, inner strength, clarity, and tranquility.
  • A break for the soul! Reconnect & Recharge. Experience summer bliss, inner strength, clarity, and tranquility.
  • A break for the soul! Reconnect & Recharge. Experience summer bliss, inner strength, clarity, and tranquility.
  • A break for the soul! Reconnect & Recharge. Experience summer bliss, inner strength, clarity, and tranquility.
  • A break for the soul! Reconnect & Recharge. Experience summer bliss, inner strength, clarity, and tranquility.
  • A break for the soul! Reconnect & Recharge. Experience summer bliss, inner strength, clarity, and tranquility.
14 People interested

A break for the soul! Reconnect & Recharge. Experience summer bliss, inner strength, clarity, and tranquility.

Garz/Rügen, Germany

$881 / 4 Days

  • Living compassion
  • Living compassion
  • Living compassion
  • Living compassion
  • Living compassion
  • Living compassion
  • Living compassion
  • Living compassion
  • Living compassion
  • Living compassion
6 People interested

Living compassion

Altenfelden, Austria

$973 / 5 Days

  • Yoga vacation by the sea with a view – active and relaxed on Corfu
  • Yoga vacation by the sea with a view – active and relaxed on Corfu
  • Yoga vacation by the sea with a view – active and relaxed on Corfu
  • Yoga vacation by the sea with a view – active and relaxed on Corfu
  • Yoga vacation by the sea with a view – active and relaxed on Corfu
  • Yoga vacation by the sea with a view – active and relaxed on Corfu
  • Yoga vacation by the sea with a view – active and relaxed on Corfu
  • Yoga vacation by the sea with a view – active and relaxed on Corfu
  • Yoga vacation by the sea with a view – active and relaxed on Corfu
  • Yoga vacation by the sea with a view – active and relaxed on Corfu
6 People interested

Yoga vacation by the sea with a view – active and relaxed on Corfu

Agios Stefanos, Greece

$1,263 / 8 Days

  • DEEP DIVE Breathwork & Silent in Mallorca
  • DEEP DIVE Breathwork & Silent in Mallorca
  • DEEP DIVE Breathwork & Silent in Mallorca
  • DEEP DIVE Breathwork & Silent in Mallorca
  • DEEP DIVE Breathwork & Silent in Mallorca
  • DEEP DIVE Breathwork & Silent in Mallorca
  • DEEP DIVE Breathwork & Silent in Mallorca
  • DEEP DIVE Breathwork & Silent in Mallorca
  • DEEP DIVE Breathwork & Silent in Mallorca
  • DEEP DIVE Breathwork & Silent in Mallorca
12 People interested

DEEP DIVE Breathwork & Silent in Mallorca

Alcudia, Spain

$1,959 / 8 Days

  • LA PALMA: MEDITATION, FELDENKRAIS & EXPERIENCING NATURE "Your time out for more energy and serenity"
  • LA PALMA: MEDITATION, FELDENKRAIS & EXPERIENCING NATURE "Your time out for more energy and serenity"
  • LA PALMA: MEDITATION, FELDENKRAIS & EXPERIENCING NATURE "Your time out for more energy and serenity"
  • LA PALMA: MEDITATION, FELDENKRAIS & EXPERIENCING NATURE "Your time out for more energy and serenity"
  • LA PALMA: MEDITATION, FELDENKRAIS & EXPERIENCING NATURE "Your time out for more energy and serenity"
  • LA PALMA: MEDITATION, FELDENKRAIS & EXPERIENCING NATURE "Your time out for more energy and serenity"
  • LA PALMA: MEDITATION, FELDENKRAIS & EXPERIENCING NATURE "Your time out for more energy and serenity"
  • LA PALMA: MEDITATION, FELDENKRAIS & EXPERIENCING NATURE "Your time out for more energy and serenity"
  • LA PALMA: MEDITATION, FELDENKRAIS & EXPERIENCING NATURE "Your time out for more energy and serenity"
  • LA PALMA: MEDITATION, FELDENKRAIS & EXPERIENCING NATURE "Your time out for more energy and serenity"
9 People interested

LA PALMA: MEDITATION, FELDENKRAIS & EXPERIENCING NATURE "Your time out for more energy and serenity"

Santa Cruz de La Palma, Spain

$1,263 / 8 Days

  • Finding Inner Peace Through Breathing and Voice
  • Finding Inner Peace Through Breathing and Voice
  • Finding Inner Peace Through Breathing and Voice
  • Finding Inner Peace Through Breathing and Voice
  • Finding Inner Peace Through Breathing and Voice
  • Finding Inner Peace Through Breathing and Voice
  • Finding Inner Peace Through Breathing and Voice
11 People interested

Finding Inner Peace Through Breathing and Voice

Altenfelden, Austria

$707 / 4 Days

  • Yoga by the Sea – A Getaway in Fuerteventura: 8 Days of Relaxation, Exercise, and Island Energy
  • Yoga by the Sea – A Getaway in Fuerteventura: 8 Days of Relaxation, Exercise, and Island Energy
  • Yoga by the Sea – A Getaway in Fuerteventura: 8 Days of Relaxation, Exercise, and Island Energy
  • Yoga by the Sea – A Getaway in Fuerteventura: 8 Days of Relaxation, Exercise, and Island Energy
  • Yoga by the Sea – A Getaway in Fuerteventura: 8 Days of Relaxation, Exercise, and Island Energy
  • Yoga by the Sea – A Getaway in Fuerteventura: 8 Days of Relaxation, Exercise, and Island Energy
  • Yoga by the Sea – A Getaway in Fuerteventura: 8 Days of Relaxation, Exercise, and Island Energy
  • Yoga by the Sea – A Getaway in Fuerteventura: 8 Days of Relaxation, Exercise, and Island Energy
  • Yoga by the Sea – A Getaway in Fuerteventura: 8 Days of Relaxation, Exercise, and Island Energy
  • Yoga by the Sea – A Getaway in Fuerteventura: 8 Days of Relaxation, Exercise, and Island Energy
12 People interested

Yoga by the Sea – A Getaway in Fuerteventura: 8 Days of Relaxation, Exercise, and Island Energy

Costa Calma, Spain

$684 / 8 Days

  • Kindness within – Yoga & the inner glow
  • Kindness within – Yoga & the inner glow
  • Kindness within – Yoga & the inner glow
  • Kindness within – Yoga & the inner glow
  • Kindness within – Yoga & the inner glow
  • Kindness within – Yoga & the inner glow
  • Kindness within – Yoga & the inner glow
  • Kindness within – Yoga & the inner glow
  • Kindness within – Yoga & the inner glow
3 People interested

Kindness within – Yoga & the inner glow

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$771 / 5 Days

  • Stress management with PEP®, mindfulness & nature experience
  • Stress management with PEP®, mindfulness & nature experience
  • Stress management with PEP®, mindfulness & nature experience
  • Stress management with PEP®, mindfulness & nature experience
  • Stress management with PEP®, mindfulness & nature experience
  • Stress management with PEP®, mindfulness & nature experience
  • Stress management with PEP®, mindfulness & nature experience
  • Stress management with PEP®, mindfulness & nature experience
  • Stress management with PEP®, mindfulness & nature experience
  • Stress management with PEP®, mindfulness & nature experience
12 People interested

Stress management with PEP®, mindfulness & nature experience

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$608 / 4 Days

  • Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery
  • Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery
  • Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery
  • Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery
  • Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery
  • Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery
  • Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery
  • Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery
  • Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery
  • Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery
15 People interested

Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery

Hamburg, Germany

$300 / 3 Days

  • Summer retreat "Back to the roots" & sweat lodge
  • Summer retreat "Back to the roots" & sweat lodge
  • Summer retreat "Back to the roots" & sweat lodge
  • Summer retreat "Back to the roots" & sweat lodge
  • Summer retreat "Back to the roots" & sweat lodge
  • Summer retreat "Back to the roots" & sweat lodge
  • Summer retreat "Back to the roots" & sweat lodge
  • Summer retreat "Back to the roots" & sweat lodge
  • Summer retreat "Back to the roots" & sweat lodge
  • Summer retreat "Back to the roots" & sweat lodge
1 Person interested

Summer retreat "Back to the roots" & sweat lodge

Sydals, Denmark

$1,042 / 4 Days

  • Yin Yoga & Nature – Between Silence and Mountain Meadows
  • Yin Yoga & Nature – Between Silence and Mountain Meadows
  • Yin Yoga & Nature – Between Silence and Mountain Meadows
  • Yin Yoga & Nature – Between Silence and Mountain Meadows
  • Yin Yoga & Nature – Between Silence and Mountain Meadows
  • Yin Yoga & Nature – Between Silence and Mountain Meadows
  • Yin Yoga & Nature – Between Silence and Mountain Meadows
  • Yin Yoga & Nature – Between Silence and Mountain Meadows
  • Yin Yoga & Nature – Between Silence and Mountain Meadows
12 People interested

Yin Yoga & Nature – Between Silence and Mountain Meadows

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$834 / 5 Days

  • Experience Conscious Breathing – A Retreat for a Strong Nervous System
  • Experience Conscious Breathing – A Retreat for a Strong Nervous System
  • Experience Conscious Breathing – A Retreat for a Strong Nervous System
  • Experience Conscious Breathing – A Retreat for a Strong Nervous System
  • Experience Conscious Breathing – A Retreat for a Strong Nervous System
  • Experience Conscious Breathing – A Retreat for a Strong Nervous System
7 People interested

Experience Conscious Breathing – A Retreat for a Strong Nervous System

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$707 / 4 Days

  • Somatic Healing Retreat in den Chiemgauer Bergen
  • Somatic Healing Retreat in den Chiemgauer Bergen
  • Somatic Healing Retreat in den Chiemgauer Bergen
  • Somatic Healing Retreat in den Chiemgauer Bergen
  • Somatic Healing Retreat in den Chiemgauer Bergen
  • Somatic Healing Retreat in den Chiemgauer Bergen
  • Somatic Healing Retreat in den Chiemgauer Bergen
9 People interested

Somatic Healing Retreat in den Chiemgauer Bergen

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$776 / 5 Days

  • Breathing, Yoga, and Mindfulness
  • Breathing, Yoga, and Mindfulness
  • Breathing, Yoga, and Mindfulness
  • Breathing, Yoga, and Mindfulness
  • Breathing, Yoga, and Mindfulness
  • Breathing, Yoga, and Mindfulness
  • Breathing, Yoga, and Mindfulness
  • Breathing, Yoga, and Mindfulness
14 People interested

Breathing, Yoga, and Mindfulness

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$655 / 4 Days

  • Transformation Week I Experience Spiritual Community I Spirituality in Everyday Life I near Cologne
  • Transformation Week I Experience Spiritual Community I Spirituality in Everyday Life I near Cologne
  • Transformation Week I Experience Spiritual Community I Spirituality in Everyday Life I near Cologne
  • Transformation Week I Experience Spiritual Community I Spirituality in Everyday Life I near Cologne
  • Transformation Week I Experience Spiritual Community I Spirituality in Everyday Life I near Cologne
  • Transformation Week I Experience Spiritual Community I Spirituality in Everyday Life I near Cologne
  • Transformation Week I Experience Spiritual Community I Spirituality in Everyday Life I near Cologne
  • Transformation Week I Experience Spiritual Community I Spirituality in Everyday Life I near Cologne
  • Transformation Week I Experience Spiritual Community I Spirituality in Everyday Life I near Cologne
  • Transformation Week I Experience Spiritual Community I Spirituality in Everyday Life I near Cologne
9 People interested

Transformation Week I Experience Spiritual Community I Spirituality in Everyday Life I near Cologne

Leverkusen, Germany

$278 / 7 Days

  • Retreat week on the Greek Blue Zone island of Ikaria - yoga, meditation, breathing & mindfulness
  • Retreat week on the Greek Blue Zone island of Ikaria - yoga, meditation, breathing & mindfulness
  • Retreat week on the Greek Blue Zone island of Ikaria - yoga, meditation, breathing & mindfulness
  • Retreat week on the Greek Blue Zone island of Ikaria - yoga, meditation, breathing & mindfulness
  • Retreat week on the Greek Blue Zone island of Ikaria - yoga, meditation, breathing & mindfulness
  • Retreat week on the Greek Blue Zone island of Ikaria - yoga, meditation, breathing & mindfulness
  • Retreat week on the Greek Blue Zone island of Ikaria - yoga, meditation, breathing & mindfulness
  • Retreat week on the Greek Blue Zone island of Ikaria - yoga, meditation, breathing & mindfulness
  • Retreat week on the Greek Blue Zone island of Ikaria - yoga, meditation, breathing & mindfulness
  • Retreat week on the Greek Blue Zone island of Ikaria - yoga, meditation, breathing & mindfulness
8 People interested

Retreat week on the Greek Blue Zone island of Ikaria - yoga, meditation, breathing & mindfulness

Armenistis, Greece

$568 / 8 Days

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is a meditation retreat?
A meditation retreat is a guided getaway that allows you to fully focus on the practice of meditation. Away from everyday life, you'll explore different meditation techniques, deepen your existing practice, and find inner peace. The retreats are led by experienced teachers and often take place in quiet, nature-rich locations. At Retreat Urlaub, you'll currently find 413 meditation retreats.
Who is a meditation retreat suitable for?
Meditation retreats are suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners. Many retreats offer different levels, so you can find the right course regardless of your experience. Whether you want to try meditation for the first time, reduce stress, or deepen your long-standing practice – there's something for everyone. In the descriptions of our 413 offerings, you'll find information about the recommended experience level.
How much does a meditation retreat cost?
The prices for meditation retreats vary depending on duration, accommodation, meals, and location. At Retreat Urlaub, prices range from €78 to €525.000, with an average price of €3.156. Many retreats already include accommodation, meals, and all course sessions, offering you excellent value for money.
What meditation techniques are taught at a retreat?
Different meditation techniques are offered depending on the retreat. These include mindfulness meditation, Vipassana, Zen meditation, guided visualizations, Metta meditation (loving-kindness), mantra meditation, and walking meditation. Many retreats combine several techniques or additionally offer yoga, breathwork, and journaling. Browse through our offerings to find the retreat that best suits your needs.
How long does a meditation retreat last?
Meditation retreats come in various formats – from weekend retreats (2–3 days) and week-long intensive courses to multi-week silent retreats. For beginners, shorter retreats of 3 to 5 days are recommended, while experienced meditators often prefer longer formats. Among our 413 offerings, you're sure to find the right duration for your needs.
What is a silent retreat and is it right for me?
During a silent retreat, you refrain from speaking and often from using digital devices for the duration of the retreat. The silence helps you dive deeper into meditation, perceive your thoughts more clearly, and have an intense inner experience. Although it may sound challenging at first, many participants report a profound and liberating experience. Some of our retreats also offer gentler variations with partial silence periods.
What should I bring to a meditation retreat?
Generally, you should bring comfortable clothing, warm socks, and possibly your own meditation cushion if you prefer one. Most retreat centers provide meditation mats, cushions, and blankets. A notebook for personal reflections and weather-appropriate clothing for nature walks are also recommended. You'll usually receive a detailed packing list from the organizer after booking.
How do I find the right meditation retreat for me?
At Retreat Urlaub, you can choose from 413 meditation retreats. Start by considering what matters most to you: Do you want to learn a specific meditation technique? Do you prefer a retreat in the mountains, by the sea, or in the forest? How long do you want to go for, and what is your budget (our prices range from €78 to €525.000)? Use our filter and search features to find the perfect retreat. If you have any questions, our team is happy to help.