Rooted & Radiant: A Creative Soul Retreat near Porto with Yin Yoga, Coaching and Creative Elements

Nestled in the quiet village of Fornelo, northern Portugal, just 30 minutes from Porto and 15 minutes from the Atlantic coast, ORTO is a creative hub set within a historic farmstead surrounded by nature.

ORTO was created as a place for creatives and thinkers eager to merge multidisciplinary practices and explore the intersections of art, philosophy, science, and ecology.
Its uniqueness lies not only in its natural setting but also in its community spirit - a small, family-like environment where dialogue between diverse minds and practices becomes the foundation of creation.

Fresh, seasonal and soulful - all meals are prepared with love and with produce from ORTO's own permaculture garden. Expect vegetarian and vegan dishes made from herbs, vegetables and fruits grown right on the farm. Dietary requirements and food intolerances can be accommodated - just let us know when you book.

A weekend to root, realign and reimagine:
The weekend combines three gentle yoga sessions (morning flow & evening yin), two professional coaching sessions, and three guided creative workshops — including a Vision Board and nature-inspired art experiments. Each day includes sharing circles, communal meals, and free time to explore the farm and its surroundings. No prior experience needed in yoga, coaching or art.

Friday – Arriving & Landing
From 16:00 Arrival at ORTO, check-in
18:00 Welcome circle & gentle yin yoga to arrive in your body and in the group
20:30 Dinner together
The intention: leave the week behind. You're here now.

Saturday - Going back to your roots
Morning yoga: Stretch to Grow - a gentle, energising practice to open the day (we will start at 08:30)
Breakfast
Group coaching session: Where are you now? Where do you want to be? What is blocking you? We will use creative elements that support us, where words are missing.
Shared lunch made with love (and probably some fresh garden herbs)
Group coaching session: What truly matters to you…
Creative afternoon with coffee break: Get inspired by nature to create a possible solution for your situation (with colors, soil, plants…)
Evening yoga: Getting Rooted - a slow, restorative session to close the day
Dinner together + free time, fire, connection
The intention: notice what's been waiting to be heard.

Sunday - Get inspired to radiate
Morning yoga: Stretch to Grow to start the day energised (we will start at 08:30)
Breakfast
Creative morning: Vision Board session - not the cheesy kind. We use imagery, intuition, and play to access what your rational mind can't always reach. You will be guided by a prior meditation.
Shared lunch
Group coaching session: Personal action planning - turning insight into real next steps
Sharing circle: What am I taking home?
Closing ritual
Departure from 4pm
The intention: leave lighter, clearer, more yourself.

ORTO is located in Fornelo, 30 minutes north of Porto by car. Porto is well connected from many European cities via Ryanair, EasyJet and TAP Air Portugal. From Porto city centre, a taxi or Uber to ORTO costs approximately €20–40. We recommend arriving by 4 pm on Friday and departing after 4 pm on Sunday. Many participants choose to extend their stay — Porto and the Atlantic coast are both just a short drive away.