Sound Journeys for Body & Soul in the Mühlviertel Region
Altenfelden, Austria
$806 / 5 Days
The best retreat vacations Mai 2026
Find the best vacation offers for body, mind and soul Mai 2026. You have a choice of different areas: Yoga and detox, creative living or detoxifying activity. It's all about your well-being.
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Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery
Hamburg, Germany
$296 / 3 Days
Healing Movements: Tibetan Yoga for Inner Peace
Altenfelden, Austria
$926 / 5 Days
Conscious Breathing – Strengthen Your Nervous System & Find Inner Balance
Altenfelden, Austria
$743 / 4 Days
Mindful Fasting for Women in Northwest Mallorca near SOLLER Every Month Except July and August
Soller, Spain
$1,692 / 8 Days
Pilates – mindfulness for a strong core
Altenfelden, Austria
$606 / 4 Days
Timeless Energy: Rejuvenation Through Yoga and Ayurveda
Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany
$600 / 4 Days
The art of alignment - your retreat for precise asanas
Altenfelden, Austria
$1,486 / 8 Days
BACK TO YOURSELF - BREATHWORK RETREAT September 11–13
Buckow (Märkische Schweiz), Germany
$743
$628
Frühbucher
/ 3 Days
Step by step toward calm: Yoga and Breathwalk
Altenfelden, Austria
$697 / 4 Days
Grounding & Clarity – Body-Art® and Breathing Retreat
Altenfelden, Austria
$697 / 4 Days
Tenerife: Your time for rest and answers
Granadilla, Spain
$1,877 / 8 Days
5-Day Pilates and Wellness Vacation in Northern Tenerife
Puerto de la Cruz, Spain
$1,760 / 5 Days
Experience Conscious Breathing – A Retreat for a Strong Nervous System
Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany
$697 / 4 Days
When life asks questions - Retreat with Gerda Marie Adenau
Sankt Martin bei Lofer, Austria
$1,026 / 4 Days
Somatic Healing Retreat in den Chiemgauer Bergen
Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany
$766 / 5 Days
UnderDogs Retreat
Sanilhac, France
$1,372 / 5 Days
The Magic of a Truly Heartfelt Encounter - Nature Time | Berchtesgadener Land & Königssee | 6 Days
Bischofswiesen, Germany
$559 / 6 Days
In Your Power – Kundalini Yoga for Women
Altenfelden, Austria
$777 / 4 Days
Wellness Days with Yoga, Mantras, and Music
Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany
$646 / 4 Days
Beginners surfing and yoga camp on Lanzarote
Caleta de Famara, Spain
$628 / 8 Days
Balance & Strength – Resilience Retreat Yoga and Hiking
Roßleithen, Austria
$869 / 5 Days
Bamboo Men's Retreat
Hösbach, Germany
$913 / 4 Days
Poetic Writing Retreat: November Blossoms
Altenfelden, Austria
$708 / 4 Days
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Frequently asked questions
What is a retreat?
A retreat is a deliberate break from everyday life where you focus entirely on yourself in a peaceful setting. Depending on the focus, yoga, meditation, fasting, silence, or creative practices take center stage. A retreat typically lasts between a weekend and two weeks and takes place in small groups – often in natural settings like mountains, by the sea, or in the countryside. At Retreat Vacation you'll currently find 1150 retreats across Europe.
What types of retreats are there?
The variety of retreats is vast: yoga retreats for physical and mental balance, silent retreats for deep inner reflection, meditation retreats like Vipassana, wellness retreats with spa and relaxation, fasting retreats for detox, Pilates retreats for gentle body training, and creative retreats for writing or painting. At Retreat Vacation you can filter specifically for the type that suits you.
How much does a retreat cost?
Retreat prices vary widely depending on type, duration, and accommodation. A weekend retreat in Germany starts at around €200–300, while week-long retreats typically range from €500 to €2,000. Luxury retreats with single rooms, full board, and spa can go higher. At Retreat Vacation you'll find offers from €79 to €11.900 – there's something for every budget.
Who is a retreat suitable for?
Retreats are suitable for everyone – from complete beginners to experienced practitioners. You don't need yoga experience or special fitness. Many people book their first retreat during a stressful phase, after a life change, or simply out of curiosity. Most organizers offer different levels and cater individually to your experience level.
Where do the best retreats take place?
In Germany, Bavaria (especially the Allgäu), the Black Forest, and the Baltic Sea coast are popular retreat regions. Internationally, Mallorca, Portugal (Algarve), Bali, Sri Lanka, and Austria are among the most sought-after destinations. At Retreat Vacation you can filter by country, region, and even specific locations to find the perfect retreat at your desired destination.
What does a typical day at a retreat look like?
A typical retreat day starts early with morning meditation or a yoga session, followed by a healthy breakfast. The morning brings further practice sessions, while the afternoon often offers free time, workshops, or excursions into nature. In the evening, there's usually a relaxing session and a shared dinner. Between sessions, there's time for rest, reading, or walks.
What is the difference between a retreat and a wellness holiday?
A wellness holiday focuses on passive relaxation – spa, massages, thermal springs. A retreat goes deeper: the focus is on actively engaging with yourself through yoga, meditation, silence, or other practices. A retreat often has a fixed program with set times, a group structure, and an overarching theme. Both formats can complement each other – many wellness retreats combine both.
How do I find the right retreat for me?
First consider what you're looking for: relaxation, physical practice, inner reflection, or adventure? Then choose the type (yoga, meditation, fasting, etc.), duration, and region. At Retreat Vacation you can combine all these criteria and sort results by price, rating, or date. Read the descriptions and reviews from other participants – this way you'll find the retreat that truly suits you.