Meditative Self-Reflection at the Bavarian Forest National Park

Unser kleines Retreat-Zentrum liegt idyllisch zwischen dem Nationalpark Bayerischer Wald und dem Naturschutzgebiet "Klosterfilz" mit nur wenigen, versträut liegenden Nachbarn. Das Haus ist dreigeschossig (Souterrain mit Terrasse, EG und OG), wobei für Innenschau-Retreats nur die Gästezimmer im OG genutzt werden, während bei den sonstigen Angeboten das EG mit benutzt wird.

In general, we prepare vegetarian meals using mostly fresh, organic ingredients. Herbs picked from nature enhance the dishes and also serve as garnish (depending on the season). If you have any special requests or cannot tolerate certain foods, we’ll be happy to accommodate you. So you’re in good hands with us even if you have gluten and/or lactose intolerances or other allergies.

"Naikan (Introspection) is a gift to humanity and the path to a better world. You’re helping one person—and, in doing so, an entire family..."
We often hear and read feedback like this after a Naikan (Introspection) week :-)
We’re always very happy to hear this, because during the week, participants go through a profound process that even those with years of experience in seminars, meditation, and/or therapy describe as indescribable and extraordinary.
But the week is also quite demanding:
About 15 hours of introspection daily, interrupted only by brief, ritualistic conversations, delicious vegetarian meals, and a short working meditation. By the end of the week, you will have practiced for about 90 hours and received approximately 60 conversations—and you’ll be filled with gratitude and contentment, reconciled with your past.
And you’ll feel completely refreshed and grounded—which is why the retreat is particularly well-suited for people dealing with depression, burnout, and all kinds of emotional challenges. Many, however, come simply out of curiosity about their past and their patterns, and EVERYONE is happier after the week than they were before ;-)

Our nearest train station is Spiegelau. Participants find the ride on the Waldbahn to be very relaxing and pleasant.
We’d be happy to pick you up from the nearest train station, Spiegelau, for a voluntary donation, or—for an additional fee of €150—from the nearest airport, Munich.
And of course, we’ll take you back there on your departure day as well...