Meditative self-reflection in nature
St. Oswald Riedlhütte, Germany
$1,703 / 8 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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Stone Carving and the Dolce Vita in Umbria - 8-Day Intensive Course
Castel Rigone, Italy
$2,687 / 8 Days
Voice Development - Sound Experience (hotel included)
Neumarkt in der Steiermark, Austria
$1,783 / 8 Days
🧘♀️ Yoga Therapy Retreats – Reconnect with Your Inner Strength
Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany
$760 / 8 Days
A Short Ayurvedic Retreat for Body, Mind, and Soul
Altenfelden , Austria
$754 / 4 Days
Mindfulness for stress management in a Buddhist monastery
Wald-Michelbach, Germany
$514 / 5 Days
5.0
Retreat Meditation & relaxation in nature I Recharge your batteries & calm down
Ramsau am Dachstein, Austria
$400 / 3 Days
5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Manu
Bad Wurzach, Germany
$867 / 5 Days
5.0
Individual retreat - Your time in essence - with and without mentoring
Grebs-Niendorf, Germany
$376 / 4 Days
5.0
Intensive silent meditation retreat with Oliver Scheit
Schleswig, Germany
$281 / 7 Days
Yoga and Horsemanship
Altenfelden, Austria
$823 / 4 Days
Yoga Detox Retreat with Hiking at Waldbreitbach Monastery in 2026 (6 days)
Waldbreitbach, Germany
$1,286 / 6 Days
Silent Retreat in the Mühlviertel Hills
Altenfelden, Austria
$891 / 5 Days
Powerhouse Active - Pilates for body & mind
Altenfelden, Austria
$697 / 4 Days
Poetic Writing in Mallorca
Montuiri, Spain
$1,921 / 8 Days
Jala Summer Retreat - Summer, Sun & Yoga Flows
Lunow-Stolzenhagen, Germany
$503 / 3 Days
😄 Laughter Yoga Instructor Training – Experience the Power of Laughter
Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany
$656 / 6 Days
Yoga Retreat at the Castle—for everyone who "never" has time
Kallmünz, Germany
$194 / 3 Days
5.0
ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar
manacor, Spain
$5,373 / 11 Days
10-Day Sahara Desert Yoga Retreat in Morocco
Marrakesch, Morocco
$1,766 / 10 Days
5.0
MENTAL LOAD RESET 1:1 Retreat in Nature · Break the endless loop, shed the baggage, focus on yourself.
Frauenburg, Austria
$1,480
$1,137
Midweek
/ 3 Days
Ouranos Club - A Place to Meet
Agios Stefanos, Greece
$857 / 8 Days
4.5
Distance and tranquility while painting and drawing at Heilig Kreuztal Monastery
Altheim, Germany
$451 / 5 Days
5.0
Fasting Retreat with Hiking and Yoga at Waldbreitbach Monastery in 2026 (6 days)
Waldbreitbach, Germany
$1,315 / 6 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 1151 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.