Summary

Arrive in silence - be touched in your heart

Welcome to a mindful time-out in the impressive Benedictine monastery of Ottobeuren!
In the midst of the gently rolling hills of the Allgäu, carried by the special energy of this historic place, I invite you to a four-day silent retreat - a journey to yourself in which simplicity, presence and inner peace become tangible.

In the silence, a space opens up in which you can perceive yourself more deeply again. Under professional and warm guidance, you will explore the healing power of the present moment with proven exercises from the practice of mindfulness (MBSR) and guided meditations.

Between sessions, there is time to enjoy the tranquillity of the monastery, stroll through the gardens or just be - far away from obligations, close to yourself.
The practice of mindfulness strengthens your inner balance, promotes serenity and helps you to let go of the old and draw new strength.

Whether you are new to mindfulness or already familiar with it, this retreat offers you space to meet yourself on a deeper level.

Throughout the days, I will accompany you with my heart, experience and mindfulness. If you wish, you can take advantage of a personal one-to-one session or coaching to deepen your individual topics.

I look forward to accompanying you on this special journey - towards more clarity, peace and inner connection.
Feel free to register and give yourself this soothing time for yourself.

- Accommodation & full board in the guest house of the monastery: approx. 342 € gross / to be paid on site
- Seminar management, seminar room, etc. net 265,- € / incl. VAT 315,35 € gross
- Number of participants: max. 12 persons, minimum participation 8 persons
- Registration deadline: 30.03.2025

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories: Silent Retreats, Meditation, Silence Retreats, Self-discovery, Mindfulness, Detox Retreats
Date: 2026-04-16 - 2026-04-19
Language(s): German
Level: Beginner, Advanced
Group Size: 12
Place: Ottobeuren, Germany
Accommodation: not included
Catering: No meals
Types of food: Organic, Vegetarian
Services: Certified seminar leader

Guided meditations

Sliding gently into everyday life

A gentle introduction to silence

Individual coaching if required

Safe psychological space

Reflections

Mindfulness exercises

Lectures

Impulses for mindfulness

Morning practice

Evening practice

Mindful yoga

Mindful movement

Warm and comfortable atmosphere

Accommodation

The rooms are kept simple with a window for an outdoor view
Costs accommodation, meals and visitor's tax 342,-€

The room and the monastery grounds offer just the right atmosphere to support contact with yourself and strengthen your connection, whether to yourself or to the whole of creation.

Catering

Meals at the Benedictine Abbey of Ottobeuren are usually served as full board in a home-style with many of our own products from the monastery garden, usually together in the dining room of the guest wing, often as a buffet or menu service with vegetarian options and special diets on request.

The cuisine is home-style and often vegetarian, with an emphasis on fresh, regional produce, some of which comes from the monastery itself.

To sum up: it is hearty, monastic food in a community setting, based on tradition and the monastery's own produce, often in very beautiful surroundings.

sequence

Thursday: you can move into your room from 3 pm.
Arrival and orientation in the house and the surrounding area
Dinner together with exchange and getting to know each other
Introduction to the retreat and silence

Friday: The day alternates between mindfulness exercises, meditation and personal time.

Saturday: Mindfulness exercises, meditation and personal time. Personal coaching is available at any time if required.

Sunday: The day starts with mindfulness exercises and is practiced until shortly before lunch - followed by breaking the silence. Lunch together with exchange and conclusion.

If possible, the mindfulness practice can also be carried out outdoors.

Impulses for the transition from the retreat (protected place) to everyday life. Gentle onboarding into reality in order to maintain relaxation and inner stability for as long as possible.

The days start at 07:00 and after dinner there is evening practice until approx. 21:15

Arrival

Ottobeuren, a Kneipp health resort in the charming valley of the western Günz, is located 11 km south-east of Memmingen.

By car:

From the A7 (Ulm-Kempten), take the Memmingen-Süd exit and then follow the signs to Ottobeuren.

From the A96 (Munich-Lindau) take the Erkheim-Ottobeuren exit and then follow the signs to Ottobeuren.

By train:

From Memmingen station (Ulm-Kempten railroad line) or Sontheim (Munich-Memmingen railroad line) there are regular bus connections to Ottobeuren.
Munich-Memmingen) there are regular bus connections to Ottobeuren.

Sebastian-Kneipp-Straße 1, 87724 Ottobeuren, Bayern, Germany