Sounds of the World on Weltenberg - A Mindful Hiking Retreat in the Carinthian Mountains

This retreat is perfect for people in Villach and the Villach area. You may live in the area or be staying at a hotel or apartment.

We’d be happy to advise you on accommodations near our home base in Verditz. “Verditz” is a well-known hiking area. It’s the region above Afritz am See.

For Sunday’s hike up the Mirnock, we’ll be carpooling from Afritz am See.
If needed, we’ll arrange transportation for 7 people from Afritz am See to the trailhead.

There is a €5 cash toll on the road to the Wieser Alm.

The meeting point for the transfer is at the parking lot across from the Afritz Tourist Information Office, Schulstraße 2, 9542 Afritz am See

SATURDAY: Arrival, welcome, and getting to know each other around a campfire to wrap up the day

SUNDAY (Summer Solstice): Mindful hike including forest bathing, ritual, and sound through the fairy-tale forests up to the Weltenberg Mirnock. The hike involves ~600 meters of elevation gain, about 3–4 hours of pure walking time, and ~9 km on moderately difficult forest trails. Some physical fitness and hiking experience are recommended.

Since this is a mindful hike with ritual and sound, we estimate a total duration of approximately 9 hours.

Hiking gear appropriate for the season and weather is required.
Jörg will be happy to advise you. Along the way, mindful moments, powerful rituals, and relaxing sounds await you.
Depending on how we structure the exact itinerary, there may be an opportunity to stop at a mountain hut on the way back from the hike. We will discuss this flexibly together based on everyone’s interest and the circumstances.

MONDAY: Mindful Alpine walk with a sound journey in the forest, reflection, and a talking circle; option to stop for refreshments

TUESDAY: Quiet conclusion, closing meditation, feedback session, departure

Subject to change. The specific timing, schedule, and coordination for this retreat will be discussed in detail in advance.