Back to nature, back to yourself: a week of yoga at Bioarche with an alkaline diet
Eberstein, Austria
$799 / 7 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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YOUR TIME OUT FOR A NEW START ON THE MAGICAL ISLAND OF IBIZA
Ibiza , Spain
$1,270 / 5 Days
THE RESET - 5-Day 1-on-1 Nervous System Reset in Mallorca
Portals Nous, Spain
$3,201 / 5 Days
SIGHTSEEING, YOGA, RITUALARBEIT UVM. IN UBUD, BALI
Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
$148 / 4 Days
Holotropic Breathing - Unblocking Stagnation
Feistritz ob Bleiburg, Austria
$400 / 3 Days
Artistic voyage of discovery - book art and bookbinding with Anne Deuter
Meezen, Germany
$903 / 3 Days
Winter adventure break in the beautiful Black Forest at the start of the year
Bernau im Schwarzwald, Germany
$903 / 5 Days
6 Day Ayurveda, Meditation, and Yoga Holiday in Kathmandu, Bagmati Pradesh
Kathmandu, Nepal
$500 / 6 Days
SHE IS ART RETREAT - a weekend to remember the beauty of being a woman
Weißwasser, Germany
$743 / 3 Days
Reconnecting bow making seminar in the mountains
Berchtesgaden, Germany
$789 / 4 Days
3 Days of Juicy Yoga and Neo Vipassana – For the Nervous System and Inner Peace
Witzenhausen, Germany
$205 / 3 Days
Nature: A Source of Energy - A Short Break in the Woods
Diesbar-Seußlitz, Germany
$284 / 3 Days
Retreat & Rethink: A yoga and mindfulness retreat on the island of Hvar!
Hvar, Croatia
$917 / 5 Days
Retreat KRAFT, RUHE, AUFTANKEN
Immenstadt im Allgäu, Germany
$468 / 6 Days
Girls' Time - Qigong Together: Finding Peace and Discovering Resources for "Me Time"
Edenkoben, Germany
$606 / 3 Days
Free Skiing (3–6 Nights)
Lech, Austria
$1,048 / 4 Days
Yoga & Hike Weekend Chamonix, France
Servoz, France
$971 / 5 Days
Private Spa Moments with a Private Sauna – a relaxing getaway for two filled with pleasure and relaxation.
Lech, Austria
$1,177 / 4 Days
A rejuvenating retreat featuring hiking, nature observation, meditation, and table tennis.
Comano Terme, Italy
$285 / 3 Days
Men's Time—A Weekend for Men Featuring Qigong and Wine
Edenkoben, Germany
$628 / 3 Days
Moving Colors—Art. Movement. Nature & Colors
Kronburg, Germany
$982 / 4 Days
Yoga Teacher 200 H Basic Hybrid Training - 10%
Burgai , Portugal
$3,887 / 8 Days
"Writing the sea. Paint the sea." A creative break for women on Pellworm
Pellworm, Germany
$1,085 / 4 Days
Lech Classic Festival 2026 - 4 nights
Lech, Austria
$1,177 / 5 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 1152 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.