Breathing, yoga, and conscious being

Retreat to the Mountain Retreat Center in the Chiemgau mountains. The Retreat Center has 20 rooms with views of the impressive natural landscape of the Alps. It's easy to be amazed by the beauty that surrounds you. Again and again. Each of our rooms is a special kind of retreat. Small, refined, cozy.

All meals at the Mountain Retreat Center are vegetarian-vegan. The most important meal of the day, at least according to the Chinese, is breakfast. That's why we place particular emphasis on a good, healthy breakfast – always including warm porridge. For lunch, you can enjoy soup, bread, and spreads, and in the evening, you will be treated to a delicious buffet with salad, creative vegetarian-vegan main courses, and dessert. Always fresh and cooked with seasonal ingredients whenever possible. Food intolerances can be accommodated if notified in advance.

This retreat is aimed at people who want to connect with themselves in an honest way and are willing to consciously engage their body, breath, and inner experience. The days follow a clear, soothing structure that allows for depth while leaving enough space for rest and integration. The focus is on a safe environment that supports slowness, presence, and mindful exploration.

The day begins with an extended morning yoga practice. Conscious movement, mobilization, strengthening, and stretching create stability in the body and clarity in the mind. The sessions are structured in such a way that you can anchor yourself in your own body step by step and develop a solid foundation for the day. The subsequent breathwork sessions open up a deeper space of experience. With the help of connected breathing, inner processes become accessible that can be expressed beyond words. Emotions, sensations, and inner images can emerge and organize themselves—always at your own pace and supported by clear, mindful guidance. Breathwork helps to release blockages and gain new perspectives on your own experience.

Between the group sessions, there is conscious time for integration. Guided journaling prompts or somatic movement exercises help to reflect on what has been experienced and anchor it in the body. In addition, there is plenty of space for retreat, silence, or a walk around the house. This alternation between guided depth and free space creates a natural rhythm that has a lasting effect.

In the evening, the day slows down again. Calm practice formats such as Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, or group singing invite you to calm your nervous system and consciously end the day. The focus is on relaxation, regulation, and a feeling of inner connectedness. The daily routine serves as a guide and is flexibly adapted to group dynamics, energy, and external conditions.

Program highlights in detail - Breathwork: Working with connected breath to consciously experience inner processes, release tension, and open up new inner spaces. - Pranayama: Introduction to classical breathing techniques with different effects on activating, calming, and balancing the nervous system – also suitable for everyday life.
- Yoga: Holistic yoga practice that combines traditional elements with contemporary knowledge. Different variations allow for individual adaptation to your own level. - Somatic Movement: Free, somatic movement impulses help you sink deeper into your body, discover your own rhythm, and integrate your experiences in a lasting way.

What you will take away from the retreat: - A finer sense of your breath as a resource in everyday life - Greater inner clarity and stability through embodied practice - Practical tools for self-regulation of the body and nervous system - A deeper sense of connection with yourself Program schedule Arrival day:
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program session Full retreat days: 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Program session 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Program session
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Program session Departure day 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Program session 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Program session

The Mountain Retreat Center is located in Chiemgau, Germany, on the border with Austria. Arriving by car Take the A8 motorway (coming from Munich or Salzburg) and exit at Frasdorf, heading towards Aschau. From there, it is a 15-minute drive to Sachrang.

Arriving by train Take the train or bus to Aschau or Prien im Chiemgau. From there, you can either take the bus (few connections) or a taxi to Sachrang. Taxi fare from Aschau to the Mountain Retreat Center is approximately €35. Arriving by plane The nearest airports are Munich or Salzburg: continue by train or bus.