The Teachings of the Buddha – Meditation, Yoga, and Sutras

Ziehen Sie sich zurück in das Mountain Retreat Center in der Chiemgauer Bergwelt. Das Retreat Center hat 20 Zimmer mit Ausblick in die beeindruckende Naturlandschaft der Alpen. Da kann es schon passieren, dass man aus dem Nichts ins Staunen kommt. Immer wieder aufs Neue. Jedes unserer Zimmer ist für sich ein Rückzugsort der besonderen Art. Klein, fein, gemütlich.

All meals at the Mountain Retreat Center are vegetarian and vegan. The most important meal of the day—at least according to the Chinese—is breakfast. That’s why we also place special emphasis on a good, healthy breakfast—which always includes warm porridge. For lunch, you’ll enjoy soup, bread, and spreads, and in the evening, you’ll be treated to a delicious buffet featuring salad, creative vegetarian and vegan main courses, and dessert. Everything is freshly prepared and, whenever possible, made with seasonal ingredients. We can accommodate food intolerances with advance notice.

Today, we see Buddha statues everywhere—in gardens, yoga studios, and on T-shirts. But who was Siddhartha Gautama really—this prince from northern India who left everything behind to find the truth?

In this retreat, you’ll immerse yourself in the essence of Buddhist teachings—beyond exoticism or religious attachment. We’ll explore central aspects of his discourses: the path to liberation from suffering, the cultivation of compassion, the power of mindfulness, and a deep understanding of reality.

The days are characterized by a clear structure, yet without rigid guidelines: silent meditation sessions, mindful walks, yoga exercises, and inspiring discussion prompts form the heart of the program. Between sessions, there is space for retreat, sharing, or simply being—surrounded by the tranquil mountain panorama of the Chiemgau region.

This retreat is open to anyone who wishes to delve deeper—regardless of prior experience or spiritual background. It requires only one thing: the willingness to listen—to the teachings and to yourself.

Program Overview
The retreat begins on the day of arrival at 4:00 p.m. with an initial group session.
On the following days:
- 2 sessions per day (meditation, yoga, teachings, mindful movement)
- Periods of silence in the morning
- Opportunities for discussion and reflection

On the day of departure, the program ends after the morning practice and a group breakfast.

Traveling by Car
Take the A8 highway (coming from Munich or Salzburg) and exit at Frasdorf, then head toward Aschau; from there, it’s a 15-minute drive to Sachrang.

Traveling by Train
Take the train or bus to Aschau or Prien im Chiemgau. From there, you can reach Sachrang either by bus (limited service) or by taxi.
Taxi fare from Aschau to the Mountain Retreat Center is approximately €35.

Traveling by Plane
The nearest airports are Munich or Salzburg; continue your journey by train or bus.