Summary

Treat yourself to a mindful break from everyday life with an intensive MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) course at the idyllically situated Farbinger Hof in Chiemgau, just a few minutes' walk from Lake Chiemsee. In the midst of the tranquil mountain landscape, you will find space for stillness, self-care and new perspectives. What you can expect
In this compact weekly format, you will immerse yourself in the practice of mindful stress management. You will learn effective methods to:
- Reduce stress and become more relaxed
- promote inner peace, clarity and resilience
- deal more consciously with yourself and others
- shape your everyday life with new presence and ease.

What makes this MBSR time-out special:
In addition to the intensive week-long course on site, it is important to us that mindfulness becomes not just a moment, but an attitude that accompanies you in your everyday life. Therefore:
- Receive concrete tools to sustainably integrate mindful islands into your life.
- There is an accompanying online reflection meeting approx. 4 weeks after the course to help you deepen and implement your experiences.
- Depending on the weather, individual meditations also take place in nature, e.g. in the forest or at a place of power such as a waterfall.
The combination of experiencing nature and mindfulness creates a special depth, strengthens your own perception and opens up new inner spaces.

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories: Resilience training, Consciousness, soul, senses & spirit, Work Life Balance, MBSR, Mindfulness, Relaxation, Wellness, Detox Retreats
Date: 2026-04-21 - 2026-04-26
Language(s): German
Level: Beginner
Group Size: 8
Place: Bernau am Chiemsee, Germany
Accommodation: not included
Catering: No meals
Services: Qi Gong morning session (optional)

Audio files with guided mindfulness exercises (meditations, breathing exercises, body scan) for daily practice at home or at work

Virtual preliminary talk (approx. 30 minutes) to clarify individual expectations, objectives and personal requirements

Comprehensive participant handout with all theoretical content, reflection exercises and practical tips for everyday working life

Qi Gong morning session (voluntary, 07:00-07:30, on days 2-5)

Accommodation

Participation dates, course registration and costs
The course fee is 450 euros plus the hotel costs for full board 770 euros for a single room. For double occupancy it costs 588 euros per person. Book accommodation directly with the hotel.

Catering

The course starts on Tuesday 21.4.2026 at 2 pm and ends on 26.4.2026 at 12 pm. The course fee is 450 euros plus the hotel costs for full board 770 euros for a single room. For double occupancy it costs 588 euros per person. Book directly with the hotel.

sequence

The course starts on Tuesday 21.4.2026 at 2 pm and ends on 26.4.2026 at 12 pm.

Tuesday, 21.04.2026

14:00 - 18:30

Welcome & introduction to the program

What is mindfulness? Basics & benefits in everyday working life

First mindfulness exercise and exchange

Wednesday, 22.04.2026

07:00 - 07:30 Qi Gong (voluntary)
09:00 - approx. 17:00 (with breaks)

Understanding stress: Causes & physical reactions

Exercises for perception & relaxation (body scan, breathing focus)

Cognitive stress management & dealing with thought patterns

Thursday, 23.04.2026

07:00 - 07:30 Qi Gong (voluntary)
09:00 - approx. 17:00 (with breaks)

Focus instead of multitasking: mindful working

Emotions & inner peace in the work context

Meditation & practical mindfulness exercises

Friday, 24.04.2026

07:00 - 07:30 Qi Gong (voluntary)
09:00 - 17:00

Mindful communication

Recognizing & coping with stressors in everyday working life

Group reflection and exchange of experiences

Saturday, 25.04.2026

07:00 - 07:30 Qi Gong (voluntary)
09:00 - approx. 17:00 (with breaks)

Self-care and resilience

Compassion meditation

Strategies for preventing stress in the workplace

Sunday, 26.04.2026

09:00 - 12:00 a.m.

Review & deepening

Transfer to everyday life

Final round & feedback

Cancellation policy

If you cancel up to 21 days before arrival, you will receive a 50% refund of the booking price.
After this, the booking is non-refundable.

Who is the course suitable for?
This course is aimed at employees from all sectors who:
- Want to learn strategies for coping with stress and promoting resilience in everyday working life,
- want to improve their concentration and performance,
- want to prevent burnout and work healthily in the long term.

Recognition & promotion
The course is recognized as educational leave in Berlin and Brandenburg; participants from other federal states can apply for individual recognition in accordance with the respective state regulations.
The course also meets the criteria for subsidization by health insurance companies in accordance with § 20 SGB V. We will be happy to provide you with the necessary documentation.