Summary

Experience the power of breath, silence, and meditation. Learn to consciously regulate your nervous system through gentle and regenerative Yin Yoga, the flowing movements of Qigong, and various pranayama and meditation techniques. In the beautiful, prana-rich environment of the Swiss mountains, we invite you to immerse yourself deeply in the practice of Breathworks.
You will learn how to reduce stress, find inner peace, and sustainably increase your energy through targeted breathing techniques. Various meditation techniques will help you to be present and cultivate mindfulness.
Through conscious contact with nature and the elements, a soothing bath in the hot tub with a dreamlike mountain backdrop, and mindful walks in nature, we connect deeply with ourselves and find our way back to our inner center. Come with us on this journey inward and find your way back to inner balance, connection, and peace.

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories: Yoga Retreats, Yin Yoga, Qigong, Breathwork, Meditation, Detox Retreats
Date: 2026-09-24 - 2026-09-27
Language(s): German, Spanish
Level: Expert, Advanced, Beginner
Group Size: 10
Place: Gurtnellen, Switzerland
Accommodation: Overnight stay included
Catering: Half board
Types of food: Vegan
Services: lodging

meals

Yin Yoga

Breathwork

Soundhealing

Meditation

Qigong

Accommodation

All rooms at Cortinella are spacious, airy, and panelled with spruce wood. There are 5 double rooms and 1 single room. A HotPot – your wooden bathtub for relaxation. Towels and bath towels. Bed linen. Hairdryer.

Catering

A brunch, afternoon snack, and dinner that are healthy, delicious, and 100% vegan, lovingly prepared by our private and renowned retreat chef, Carlo.

sequence

Day 1: 1:00 p.m. - Arrival and check-in 2:30 p.m. - Welcome circle 4:00 p.m. - Somatic movement, Yin yoga, and breathing techniques 5:30 p.m. - Dinner 7:30 p.m. - Sound healing

Day 2: 6:30 a.m. – Meditation *optional 7:30 a.m. – Qigong and gentle stretching (yoga) 8:30 a.m. – Brunch 9:30 a.m. – Geissberg circular hike Free time to relax or enjoy a soothing bath in the hot tub
5:30 p.m. - Dinner 7:00 p.m. - Yin Yoga 8:00 p.m. - Kundalini Meditation Day 3: 6:30 a.m. - Meditation 7:30 a.m. - Warm-up & Rebirthing Breathwork
9:30 a.m. - Breakfast Free time to relax, go for a walk, or enjoy a soothing bath in the hot tub 2:00 p.m. - Walk to Lake Arnisee + Qigong 5:30 p.m. - Dinner 7:00 p.m. - Yin Yoga 8:30 p.m. - Singing circle + sound journey

Day 4: 7:30 a.m. - Yoga & Qigong 9:30 a.m. - Breakfast 11:00 a.m. - Osho's Heart Chakra Meditation 12:00 p.m. - Integration circle with cocoa 1:00 p.m. - Check out

Arrival

Take public transport to Cortinella – Alpine Hideaway
From Zurich main station, take the train to Amsteg Grund/Seilbahn (1 hour 33 minutes), then take the cable car and enjoy an easy hike to the house (40 minutes) or to Intschi (1 hour 41 minutes), take the Intschi-Arnisee cable car, then enjoy an easy hike to the house (30 minutes).

Arniweg 8A, 6482 Gurtnellen, Uri, Switzerland

Cancellation policy

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

Please note that the deposit is non-refundable in the event of cancellation. However, the deposit is transferable to another person. If cancellation is made less than 7 days prior to arrival, the full price must be paid.