Nature: A Source of Energy - A Short Break in the Woods
Diesbar-Seußlitz, Germany
$288 / 3 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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Woman Balance Day meets Eschenhof
Bach, Austria
$434 / 3 Days
LOM® advanced training SOLUTION-FOCUSED ART THERAPY for professionals in CRETE!!!
Mariou, Greece
$834 / 6 Days
Therapeutic Hike - Heart-Centered, Trauma-Sensitive Nature Therapy - One-Day Guided Experience in Nature
Reichelsheim (Odenwald), Germany
$346 / 3 Days
Aerial Yoga Retreat in Brandenburg - EXPLORE MORE
Lunow-Stolzenhagen, Germany
$810 / 3 Days
4 Day Trekkers Massage, Spa, and Yoga Classes in Kathmandu, Bagmati Pradesh
Kathmandu, Nepal
$300 / 4 Days
"Call of the Power" — European Shamanism Retreat
Stollhof, Austria
$429 / 3 Days
50h Embodied Nervous System Yoga TT im November | in Luzern
Luzern, Switzerland
$1,038 / 3 Days
Find Your Center Again—3 personalized coaching sessions just for you!
Hechingen-Boll, Germany
$347 / 3 Days
ONLINE COURSE MEDIAL ENERGY WORK & SELF HEALING - Awaken your healing power & your creative potential
Zahora, Spain
$800 / 7 Days
1:1 support for current challenges - coaching, support & advice for 4 weeks
Graz, Austria
$1,727 / 28 Days
mindSet Holiday: An exclusive one-on-one coaching retreat. Break free from old patterns. Find clarity. Be yourself.
Turgutreis, Türkiye
$3,220 / 7 Days
Reflections - A Long Weekend of Painting
Oranienbaum-Wörlitz, Germany
$177 / 4 Days
Crossing Bridges - Intensive Painting Days
Oranienbaum-Wörlitz, Germany
$243 / 5 Days
Photo Tour of Transylvania - Romania
Bukarest / Berca / Kronstadt / Viscri, Romania
$2,725 / 8 Days
December 26–31 in Crete—Painting between the holidays—Humanistic painting therapy—moved to Crete
Münster, Germany
$834 / 6 Days
Gerd Bodhi Ziegler - Intensive weekend
Nenzing, Austria
$358 / 2 Days
Online retreat "Activation soul plan" with spiritual coaching
Berchtesgaden, Germany
$800 / 2 Days
Corfu Retreat - Cosmic Healing Breath Seminar - Breathe Yourself Free!
Korfu - Arillas, Greece
$568 / 8 Days
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Summer at SEINsART | Nature Days for Parents and Children
Feucht, Germany
$684 / 4 Days
Quantum leap to freedom
Witten-Herbede, Germany
$811 / 3 Days
Private retreat—just you, me, and the North Sea
Pellworm, Germany
$2,834 / 2 Days
Blossoming together: online retreat - regulating stress/strengthening resilience/developing potential
St Florian, Austria
$380 / 2 Days
Jewelry enameling for beginners and advanced students
Meezen, Germany
$1,043 / 3 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 1132 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 €78 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.