Art Therapy Retreat in the Vulkaneifel

My clients usually find their own accommodations in the surrounding area. This is simply because everyone has different preferences. Some prefer their own apartment, while others might just want a simple room. Both options are available in the immediate vicinity.

But perhaps you’d prefer a complete package for your retreat? We also have guest rooms at our healing retreat. If available, you’re welcome to stay with us. The guest rooms are located in the adjoining building. They have their own entrance and access to the garden. You’ll share the kitchen and bathroom with your roommates. Please feel free to talk to me about this.

Meals are not included because everyone’s needs vary greatly. You decide for yourself what’s best for you. Generally, you can prepare your own meals at your accommodations—either you have your own kitchen or at least a place to cook, or there are options that include breakfast or even an on-site restaurant. In Daun, there are large supermarkets, bars, and restaurants.

The art therapy retreat at Heilhof Vulkaneifel is designed as a five-day intensive program for small groups that combines a playful exploration of materials with deep self-awareness. The structured program includes creative methods such as intuitive painting, clay and stone sculpting, and land art in nature to strengthen personal resources and support processes of change.

Sample Schedule:

Day 1
Painting with pens, charcoal, chalk, watercolor, acrylic, and natural materials

Day 2
Experimenting with clay

Day 3
Sculpting with soapstone

Day 4
Collage with paper and natural materials

Day 5
Creative writing

Materials and techniques are tailored to the participants’ wishes and needs. We typically begin each day with a meditative warm-up and then move into the creative process. Three hours per day are set aside for this process. However, those who wish to remain in the process and continue working on their themes even outside of retreat hours will find a safe space for themselves both in the studio and in the large garden.

Individual art therapy sessions can be arranged to deepen the process.

On your own. If you’d like to explore the area a bit outside of the retreat program or head to more distant starting points for hikes or walks, we recommend traveling by car.

Traveling by train: The Gerolstein train station is 14 km away from us. From there, you can reach us by bus (advance reservation by phone required) or by taxi. If the timing works out, we can also arrange a pickup.