10-Day Silent Retreat in the Vipassana Tradition
Mondsee, Austria
$1,087 / 11 Days
Seven days when no one expects anything from you.
You organize, make decisions, and take care of things. And even when you finally have time for yourself, your mind is still racing. With “Shine in Silence,” you step out of “function mode” for a whole week.
Wake up peacefully in the morning. Enjoy a leisurely brunch. Take a walk through the woods. Sit by the fireplace with a book or head to the sauna. In the evening, a freshly prepared 3-course meal awaits you—vegetarian or vegan, made with organic ingredients.
The retreat takes place at the Friedrichshof in the Müritz region, about 1.5 hours from Berlin and 2 hours from Hamburg. You’ll be part of a small group with a maximum of 11 participants, both women and men. The entire house is reserved exclusively for your group during this week.
Short guided breathing exercises and meditations, gentle Yin Yoga, and Yoga Nidra will guide you through the week. You’ll also receive insights from my “Sleep to Shine” method: what drains your energy in daily life and which simple routines work well at home, too. In between, there’s plenty of free time set aside intentionally.
And right in the middle of it all, starting on the third evening, you’ll experience two full days of soothing silence—carefully prepared and personally guided by me.
You don’t need any prior experience with yoga, meditation, or silence. And you don’t have to be exhausted to treat yourself to this time-out.
Perhaps right now is the perfect moment to give yourself this week just for you.
Feel free to inquire—no obligation. I’ll provide you with all the information you need.
Hanna Schönert
The most important facts in a nutshell:
Exclusive retreat house for up to 11 participants. Seven days in a small group, with cozy rooms and private bathrooms. You’ll have the entire house to yourselves.
Organic Vegetarian & Vegan Full Board: A hearty brunch, a warming soup for lunch, and a freshly prepared 3-course dinner.
Plenty of free time, nature, and sauna time for walking, reading, and unwinding. Plus, two relaxing sauna sessions.
Two days of silence with personal guidance. Carefully prepared and guided. Also suitable for people with no experience with silence.
Gentle relaxation for beginners: Short guided meditations, breathing exercises, Yin Yoga, and Yoga Nidra. No pressure to perform.
Practical Tips from Sleep to Shine: Simple routines for more peace of mind and a more mindful approach to managing your energy—routines you can easily incorporate into your daily life at home.
Am Westufer der Müritz liegt der Friedrichshof – ein bewusst gestaltetes Retreat- und Seminarhaus für Auszeiten, die länger wirken. Fasten, Yoga, Longevity und Corporate Retreats treffen hier auf Natur, Stille und eine Küche, die regeneriert statt ablenkt.
Ob du an einem unserer Programme teilnimmst oder das gesamte Haus für deine Gruppe buchst: kleine Gruppen, klare Struktur und ein Ort ohne Hotelbetrieb. Platz für bis zu 12 Übernachtungsgäste – groß genug für intensive Arbeit, klein genug für echte Verbindung. Für zusätzliche Übernachtungen vermitteln wir gern Häuser und Hotels in der Umgebung.
Days 1 and 2: Arriving and Leaving Everyday Life Behind
You’ll settle into your room at your own pace and get to know the other participants. With an initial, gentle Yin Yoga session and dinner together, you’ll gradually slow down. The next morning, we’ll start the day with short breathing exercises and a guided meditation, along with an introductory exercise from my Sleep to Shine method. After a hearty brunch, we’ll go for a leisurely hike together in the afternoon—a peaceful way to settle in. In between, you’ll have free time just for yourself.
Day 3: Time for You and Nature
In the morning, there are more breathing exercises, a meditation, and another session from Sleep to Shine. The afternoon is yours. You can spend time in nature, read a book, or go to the sauna. In the evening, we’ll prepare for silence together. You’ll learn how it works and can ask any questions you have. Then, it will grow quiet.
Days 4 and 5: Two Days of Soothing Silence
Now it’s time for complete silence. Shared meals, a silent hike on the fifth day, walking meditation, and guided sessions provide a framework for the days. In between, the time is entirely yours. I’ll guide you through this experience and will be there for you if you feel restless.
Days 6 and 7: Emerging and Taking Something with You
On the morning of the sixth day, we break the silence within our safe circle and slowly find our way back to speaking. The afternoon is free for enjoying nature, the sauna as a quiet space, or simply resting. In the evening, we’ll enjoy a closing dinner together and a quiet finale by the fireplace.
On the final morning, during our closing session, we’ll translate what you’ve experienced into simple routines for your everyday life. After the farewell brunch, you’ll head home.
Travel to and from the hotel is not included in the price and must be arranged individually.
If you are traveling by train to Wittstock/Dosse, the Friedrichshof offers a shuttle service for **10 € per person, one way**.
Röbeler Straße 7b, 17209 Melz, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany### Here’s how your retreat price is broken down
The price shown includes the seven-day retreat program, six nights’ lodging, and all-inclusive vegetarian or vegan organic meals.
**You’ll book and pay through two providers:**
**Hanna Schönert:** Retreat program with personal guidance, relaxation sessions, and two days of silence. Early Bird: 1,010 €, regular price: 1,310 €.
**Friedrichshof:** Accommodation in a double room (€600) or single room (€1,200) plus organic full board (€390).
**The Early Bird price is valid up to four months before the retreat begins.** After that, the regular program price applies.
You will receive two separate contracts and invoices. Your travel to and from the retreat is not included.
This inquiry is initially non-binding. You will receive all further booking information via email.
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