“The Path to a Fulfilling Life” Retreat for Women and Men
Lech, Austria
$1,870 / 4 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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SUMMIT CHALLENGE - Your 4-day mountain retreat for clarity, focus, and the power to take action
Weerberg, Austria
$909 / 4 Days
Yoga Retreat (3–6 nights)
Lech, Austria
$926 / 4 Days
We're giving you one night's stay, including 3/4 pampering board (4 or 7 nights)
Lech, Austria
$670 / 5 Days
Women's Breath Empowerment - Blossom Instead of Burn Out
Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Austria
$1,957 / 6 Days
Yoga and Horsemanship – Part 2, Advanced Course
Altenfelden, Austria
$823 / 4 Days
Exclusive Solo Retreat: "Back to Yourself—Your Getaway by the Sea"
Binz, Germany
$3,144 / 7 Days
Yoga retreat at the monastery on Lake Starnberg
Bernried am Starnberger See, Germany
$742 / 3 Days
Vinyasa Yoga & Mental Strength: Letting Go of Stress, Finding Balance
Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany
$760 / 5 Days
Time out with horses - Horse retreat for women
Bad Freienwalde, Germany
$514 / 3 Days
Meditation retreat at Gerode Monastery - Finding Stillness
Gerode, Germany
$821 / 5 Days
Alkaline Fasting & Hiking at the LICHTQUELLALM
Bad Mitterndorf, Austria
$560 / 7 Days
Luna Yoga® & the pelvic floor
Roßleithen, Austria
$857 / 5 Days
Summer retreat of the 5 elements with yoga, breathwork, and meditation in the beautiful Black Forest
Wolfach, Germany
$503 / 6 Days
CrossFit & Vacation Tenerife ∼ Feb & Nov 2026
Costa Adeje, Spain
$1,256 / 8 Days
Sewing Weekend in Brandenburg
Letschin, Germany
$434 / 3 Days
Finca break with yoga & wellness
Montuïri, Spain
$491 / 3 Days
Mallorca Retreat - time for you
Manacor, Spain
$1,200 / 6 Days
A Meaningful Break - A 1-Week Seminar at the Bavarian Forest National Park in German
Sankt Oswald, Germany
$1,703 / 8 Days
Organic Vacation with Summer Yoga
Eberstein, Austria
$654
$539
Seminar
/ 5 Days
LOMI by the Lake ~ Stillness & Movement ~ Introductory LOMI Massage Retreat
Mengerskirchen, Germany
$1,349 / 7 Days
The Leader's Retreat – Your marketing retreat for retreat leaders in Madeira
Prazeres, Portugal
$3,615 / 8 Days
Summer painting week in Münster, Westphalia GUIDED PAINTING—let the picture guide you to new experiences
Münster, Germany
$743 / 5 Days
Back to Yourself—Your Getaway by the Sea
Binz, Germany
$1,086 / 4 Days
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FAQ
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.