The Inner Path: Uniqueness, Freedom of the Soul, and Meditative Poetry

Der 800 Jahre alte Vierkanthof in Alleinlage mit Blick über die Hügellandschaft des Mühlviertels bietet die ideale Atmosphäre für eine nachhaltige Auszeit. Neues ausprobieren, den Kopf frei bekommen und Impulse für Veränderung spüren. Rückzug und Ruhe finden Sie am Naturbadeteich, in den Wäldern und in der Weite der sanft-hügeligen Landschaft. Genießen Sie Momente der Entspannung in der nach Zirbenholz duftenden Sauna und abends in gemütlicher Runde rund um die Feuerschale.

At the Kleebauer Hof Retreat Center, you can enjoy modern vegetarian and vegan cuisine. Start your day with a feel-good breakfast featuring breads, jams, cheese, freshly made porridge, fruit, a variety of milk options, yogurt, fruit juices, spreads, coffee, and various teas. At 2 p.m., we serve a light lunch featuring a warming soup along with spreads served with bread or pastries.
Let yourself be surprised by the variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes at the evening buffet. Water and tea are available for free all day. Other beverages (non-alcoholic and alcoholic) are available for purchase on site. Upon request, we can accommodate lactose-free and gluten-free dietary needs to a limited extent.

The power of writing unfolds in an environment free from pressure to perform—one driven instead by curiosity, openness, and the desire to get to know yourself better. In this retreat with Brigitte Wenzina, the focus is not on literary rules, but on your uniqueness as a writer.

Each day is dedicated to a specific theme: “I Am Unique” invites you to explore your very own personal style of expression. Here, texts emerge that are not judged, but touch the heart—because they are honest. Whether capturing thoughts or letting them go: everything is allowed, everything is welcome.

In “Free from the Soul,” you’ll journey through your life story through writing: reflecting on what has shaped you—and with an openness to what may come. Small literary vignettes will emerge that you can revisit in your daily life.

The third part, “Meditative Poetry,” is dedicated to the subtleties of writing. How can a text be crafted so that it not only describes but also touches the reader between the lines? You’ll experiment with language, let your texts mature, and find your very own rhythm.

The Kleebauer Hof offers the ideal setting for this: a secluded place full of open space and natural beauty. Between walks to see the alpacas, moments of tranquility by the natural swimming pond, or enjoying vegetarian and vegan delicacies, your words will find their space. And perhaps you’ll find a little more of yourself.

Here’s what you’ll take away from your creative retreat:
- A stronger connection to your own expressiveness: You’ll discover your personal voice and write authentically—without any pressure.
- Inspiration for self-reflection and a zest for life: Writing becomes a tool for processing experiences and gaining new perspectives.
- Appreciation for your own uniqueness: Your texts reveal what makes you who you are—individually, honestly, and touchingly.
- Writing techniques for daily life and creative processes: Practical methods for making lasting use of meditative poetry and autobiographical writing.

Program details:
A 2-hour session on the day of arrival, followed by a total of 4 hours of creative activities on the other days. The day of departure concludes with breakfast and a creative session.

By car
From Linz: via Ottensheim on the Rohrbach federal highway to Altenfelden
From Passau: via Oberkappel or Engelhartszell to Altenfelden

By train and bus:
Take the train to Linz Hauptbahnhof; from there, there are regular bus connections to Altenfelden. Pickup from the Altenfelden Ort bus stop is included at fixed times:
Pickup from the bus: 2:08 PM and 3:08 PM (Registration required at least 24 hours prior to arrival)
Transfer to the bus: 9:50 a.m. and 10:50 a.m.
These are approximate times.
From Linz Central Station, you can reach Altenfelden Ort via bus lines 215 and 230/231