Zen Retreat September 2026

Zen Retreat is a great change from a regular vacation.
Here are great offers that take place September 2026.

4 curated retreats from €550
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
15 People interested

ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar

manacor, Spain

$5,473 / 11 Days

  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
  • ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
4 People interested

ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar

Manacor, Spain

$3,842 / 8 Days

  • Strength from Silence – New Year's Retreat January 22, 2027 – January 24, 2027
  • Strength from Silence – New Year's Retreat January 22, 2027 – January 24, 2027
  • Strength from Silence – New Year's Retreat January 22, 2027 – January 24, 2027
  • Strength from Silence – New Year's Retreat January 22, 2027 – January 24, 2027
  • Strength from Silence – New Year's Retreat January 22, 2027 – January 24, 2027
  • Strength from Silence – New Year's Retreat January 22, 2027 – January 24, 2027
  • Strength from Silence – New Year's Retreat January 22, 2027 – January 24, 2027
  • Strength from Silence – New Year's Retreat January 22, 2027 – January 24, 2027
5 People interested

Strength from Silence – New Year's Retreat January 22, 2027 – January 24, 2027

Freiberg, Germany

$722 / 3 Days

  • IKIGAI AND MEDITATION RETREAT · SEPTEMBER 2026
  • IKIGAI AND MEDITATION RETREAT · SEPTEMBER 2026
  • IKIGAI AND MEDITATION RETREAT · SEPTEMBER 2026
  • IKIGAI AND MEDITATION RETREAT · SEPTEMBER 2026
  • IKIGAI AND MEDITATION RETREAT · SEPTEMBER 2026
  • IKIGAI AND MEDITATION RETREAT · SEPTEMBER 2026
  • IKIGAI AND MEDITATION RETREAT · SEPTEMBER 2026
3 People interested

IKIGAI AND MEDITATION RETREAT · SEPTEMBER 2026

Freiberg, Germany

$838 / 4 Days

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  • Ocean Within - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp
  • Ocean Within - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp
  • Ocean Within - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp
  • Ocean Within - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp
  • Ocean Within - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp
  • Ocean Within - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp
  • Ocean Within - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp
  • Ocean Within - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp
  • Ocean Within - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp
  • Ocean Within - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp
11 People interested

Ocean Within - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp

Gelfa, Portugal

$1,303 / 8 Days

5.0
  • Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification
  • Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification
  • Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification
  • Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification
  • Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification
  • Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification
  • Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification
  • Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification
  • Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification
  • Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification
3 People interested

Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification

Eltmann, Germany

$387 / 3 Days

5.0
  • Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat
  • Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat
  • Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat
  • Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat
  • Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat
  • Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat
  • Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat
  • Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat
  • Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat
  • Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat
12 People interested

Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat

Schorfheide, Germany

$564 / 3 Days

5.0
  • Winter in Sweden – Yoga, the Northern Lights, and Husky Adventures
  • Winter in Sweden – Yoga, the Northern Lights, and Husky Adventures
  • Winter in Sweden – Yoga, the Northern Lights, and Husky Adventures
  • Winter in Sweden – Yoga, the Northern Lights, and Husky Adventures
  • Winter in Sweden – Yoga, the Northern Lights, and Husky Adventures
  • Winter in Sweden – Yoga, the Northern Lights, and Husky Adventures
  • Winter in Sweden – Yoga, the Northern Lights, and Husky Adventures
  • Winter in Sweden – Yoga, the Northern Lights, and Husky Adventures
  • Winter in Sweden – Yoga, the Northern Lights, and Husky Adventures
  • Winter in Sweden – Yoga, the Northern Lights, and Husky Adventures
10 People interested

Winter in Sweden – Yoga, the Northern Lights, and Husky Adventures

Ranea, Sweden

$2,015 / 8 Days

5.0
  • Distance and tranquility while painting and drawing at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery
  • Distance and tranquility while painting and drawing at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery
  • Distance and tranquility while painting and drawing at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery
  • Distance and tranquility while painting and drawing at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery
  • Distance and tranquility while painting and drawing at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery
  • Distance and tranquility while painting and drawing at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery
  • Distance and tranquility while painting and drawing at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery
  • Distance and tranquility while painting and drawing at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery
  • Distance and tranquility while painting and drawing at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery
  • Distance and tranquility while painting and drawing at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery
7 People interested

Distance and tranquility while painting and drawing at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery

Altheim, Germany

$460 / 5 Days

5.0
  • Time out on Middle-earth in the Westerwald / Peace in nature
  • Time out on Middle-earth in the Westerwald / Peace in nature
  • Time out on Middle-earth in the Westerwald / Peace in nature
  • Time out on Middle-earth in the Westerwald / Peace in nature
  • Time out on Middle-earth in the Westerwald / Peace in nature
  • Time out on Middle-earth in the Westerwald / Peace in nature
  • Time out on Middle-earth in the Westerwald / Peace in nature
  • Time out on Middle-earth in the Westerwald / Peace in nature
  • Time out on Middle-earth in the Westerwald / Peace in nature
  • Time out on Middle-earth in the Westerwald / Peace in nature
6 People interested

Time out on Middle-earth in the Westerwald / Peace in nature

Dreikirchen, Germany

$231 / 3 Days

5.0
  • Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course
  • Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course
  • Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course
  • Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course
  • Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course
  • Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course
  • Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course
  • Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course
  • Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course
  • Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course
5 People interested

Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course

Kall, Germany

$279 / 3 Days

4.9
  • 3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health
  • 3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health
  • 3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health
  • 3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health
  • 3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health
  • 3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health
  • 3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health
  • 3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health
  • 3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health
  • 3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health
4 People interested

3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health

Sachsenheim, Germany

$337 / 3 Days

4.8

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Zen retreat?
A Zen retreat is a getaway rooted in the principles of Zen Buddhism. It focuses on Zazen (seated meditation), mindfulness, silence, and the conscious simplicity of everyday life. The goal is to calm the mind, find inner clarity, and cultivate a deep connection to the present moment. At Retreat Urlaub, you'll currently find 15 Zen retreat offerings.
Who is a Zen retreat suitable for?
Zen retreats are suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators. Whether you're encountering Zen meditation for the first time or looking to deepen your existing practice, most retreats offer compassionate guidance tailored to different experience levels. The most important thing is a willingness to embrace silence and simplicity.
How much does a Zen retreat cost?
Prices for Zen retreats vary depending on duration, accommodation, and location. At Retreat Urlaub, prices range from €360 to €4.699, with an average price of around €1.236. Many retreats include accommodation, meals, and the full program in the price.
What does a typical day at a Zen retreat look like?
A typical day at a Zen retreat starts early in the morning with Zazen meditation, followed by mindful activities such as walking meditation (Kinhin), communal work (Samu), and vegetarian meals eaten in silence. The day is clearly structured, alternating between meditation sessions, short breaks, and Dharma talks. This conscious rhythm helps you immerse yourself deeply in the practice.
Do I have to remain silent throughout the entire Zen retreat?
Many Zen retreats include periods of silence (also known as 'Noble Silence'), which are a central part of the practice. This doesn't mean you can't speak at all – communication is possible during personal interviews with the teacher (Dokusan) or for organizational matters. The silence serves to reduce distractions and sharpen inner awareness.
Do I need prior meditation experience for a Zen retreat?
No, you don't need any prior experience. Many of our 15 Zen retreats are explicitly designed for beginners as well, offering careful instruction in sitting posture, breathing techniques, and the basics of Zen meditation. However, it's a good idea to check the description when booking – some retreats are specifically designed for advanced practitioners.
What sets a Zen retreat apart from other meditation retreats?
A Zen retreat is characterized by its clear structure, simplicity, and discipline. Unlike many other meditation retreats, Zen focuses less on guided visualization or relaxation and more on silent sitting (Zazen) and the direct experience of the present moment. The practice is often minimalist yet powerful – it's about getting to the essence.
How do I find the right Zen retreat for me?
At Retreat Urlaub, you can choose from 15 Zen retreats. When selecting, pay attention to the duration, experience level (beginner or advanced), location, and pricing – prices range from €360 to €4.699. Read the descriptions carefully and consider whether you prefer an intensive Sesshin (multi-day meditation period) or a gentler introductory retreat.