Peace and quiet while painting and drawing at Niederaltaich Abbey

Niederalteich, Germany
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Summary

Experience creativity in a monastic tradition. Finally, some time again to paint and draw. Whether in the studio or surrounded by enchanting nature, refresh what you’ve already learned and deepen your foundational drawing and painting skills. This course is also ideal for beginners and those returning to the art, and serves as a great introductory course.

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories
Creative Retreats, Painting, Drawing, Watercolor painting, Monastery Retreats, Detox Retreats
Date
2027-05-23 - 2027-05-27
Language(s)
German
Level
Advanced, Beginner
Place
Niederalteich, Germany
Accommodation
not included
Catering
Full board
Services
  • Course fee

  • Overnight stay in a single room with shower and toilet

  • Full board, Slow Food Germany e.V.

  • Studio with natural light

  • Right on Via Nova, the European Pilgrimage Route

  • The floodplains of the Danube and Isar, flanked by the ridges of the Bavarian Forest

  • Byzantine St. Nicholas Church with highly distinctive icons and Gregorian chant

Accommodation

You will stay at the Landvolkshochschule Niederalteich educational center, right next to
Niederalteich Abbey, a Benedictine monastery on the Danube in Lower Bavaria, within the Diocese of Passau.
Nestled between two large green courtyards, framed by the venerable basilica and the Byzantine church. In absolute tranquility. Niederaltaich lies directly on the Danube, at the gateway to the Bavarian Forest between Deggendorf and Passau.

Catering

Look forward to dishes from our creative country-style kitchen.
Made primarily with regional, seasonal, and organically grown ingredients.
With a special appreciation for small-scale farming. When purchasing ingredients, we prioritize ecologically sound and fair-trade foods. Healthy, seasonal (whole-food) cuisine, freshly prepared daily! Featuring everything nature has to offer in every season.
We can accommodate all food intolerances for an additional fee.
Please indicate this when registering.

sequence

We paint and draw daily from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. (3:00 p.m.) to approximately 5:00 p.m. (6:00 p.m.).
Theory lessons and short practice sessions are an integral part of the daily schedule. Otherwise, you will receive individual guidance on all questions. The course is also suitable for beginners. Through a respectful exchange of experiences, you will discover how soothing and relaxing creative work is for both body and mind. All painting styles and materials are permitted. Please do not use oil paints, as they dry too slowly. The adjacent monastery and the beautiful surroundings offer plenty of opportunities to paint and draw outdoors at this spiritual place of power.

Arrival

150 km from Munich, 80 km from Regensburg, 40 km from Passau,
Niederaltaich is located on the Danube, about 10 km east of Deggendorf, directly off the A3 highway, exit 111 (Hengersberg - Niederaltaich).

Travel by train: The IC/EC station is Plattling; from there, take the train to Deggendorf. From the Deggendorf train station, Niederaltaich can be reached by bus or taxi.
The nearest bus stop is in the town center, about 150 m from the monastery.

Mauritiushof 1, 94557 Niederalteich, Bayern, Germany

Cancellation policy

Full refund up to 30 days before arrival.
After this, the booking is non-refundable.

€295 Course fee
€600 Studio rental, single room with private bathroom, full board
€895 Total package

Dates

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