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Writing Retreat in Burgenland
Ollersdorf im Burgenland, Austria
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Summary
Far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this is where you’ll bring your stories to life: For four days, you’ll immerse yourself in writing at a lovingly renovated farmhouse in Austria—and discover your strengths.
In six guided sessions, I’ll help you get started with your writing: I’ll set the mood with relaxation exercises and a creative prompt. Then you’ll dive into a short, intensive writing session. Look forward to scenes, dialogs, and stories that flow onto the page as if by magic.
In the subsequent reading and feedback session, you’ll discover what you did well: Which words moved us? Which character won us over? Which descriptions felt authentic?
We’ll discuss what worked in the pieces you’ve written—and learn a thing or two about the craft of writing. You’ll benefit from the group’s feedback and sense of language. And you’ll gain insights you can build on as you continue writing.
Between our group sessions, you’ll have free time. Spend it however you like: explore the area. Go for a swim in the pool until the next idea strikes. Seek out conversation with others. Or retreat to a cozy nook for some undisturbed writing. In the evenings, we’ll wrap up the day’s writing in a relaxed atmosphere: with a vegetarian meal, freshly cooked for us.
Writers of all kinds are welcome at the retreat. Whether you’ve been writing for a while or are just starting out, we’ll meet on equal footing. No prior experience is required. During the writing retreat, participants create novel scenes, short stories, or mini-stories. Some write literary fiction, others autobiographical pieces. All genres and styles are welcome.
Feel free to bring your own writing project and draw inspiration from our group sessions. However, having a specific project isn’t a requirement: You can participate without any preparation and let yourself be inspired to create new pieces every day.
The retreat at a glance
The most important facts in a nutshell:
- Categories
- Nature Vacation, Consciousness, soul, senses & spirit, Detox Retreats, Creative Writing, Creative Retreats, Relaxation, Wellness
- Date
- Feb | Jun
- Language(s)
- German
- Level
- Expert, Advanced, Beginner
- Group Size
- 8
- Place
- Ollersdorf im Burgenland, Austria
- Accommodation
- not included
- Catering
- No meals
- Types of food
- Vegetarian
- Services
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"Writing Retreat in Burgenland" Program
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Expert guidance from writing coach Christine Kämmer
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Guided Group Writing Time
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Creative Inspiration for Brainstorming and Writing Flow
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Guided, specifically strength-based text feedback
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Exchange in a supportive writing group
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Free time to relax between writing sessions
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An opportunity to retreat and focus on writing
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Opportunity to network with other writers
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Accommodation
You can book your room at the “Ollers” seminar center once your registration has been confirmed. Prices for single rooms range from 450 to 550 euros for three nights with full board. All meals are included in this price; beverages consumed will be billed on site.
During the retreat, we’ll treat ourselves to a break from everyday life: we’ll enjoy focused writing time and the feeling of being part of a group of writers. Please understand, therefore, that no accompanying guests who are not participating in the writing retreat may attend. Unfortunately, the writing retreat is not suitable for children or teenagers.
Catering
During the writing retreat, we’ll have full board. There’s a generous breakfast buffet featuring regional and seasonal dishes (non-vegetarian options are also included). All other communal meals are vegetarian—and truly delicious. There’s a light lunch (soup, salad) and a multi-course vegetarian dinner (vegan options available).
We’re happy to accommodate food intolerances—please let us know when you register.
sequence
Thursday
Check-in starting at 2:00 p.m.
Get-together & first guided writing and feedback session
Dinner together
Friday & Saturday
Breakfast
Morning: Writing and feedback session
Lunch snack
Individual writing time/free time
Afternoon: Writing and feedback session
Dinner
Sunday
Breakfast
Morning: Writing and feedback session
Departure around 1:00 p.m.
Arrival
The total price includes the cost of the writing retreat and the cost of accommodations. You’ll need to arrange your own travel to and from the retreat. Buses run several times a day from Vienna and Graz to Ollersdorf (about two hours).
With the Burgenland Card—which is issued by the accommodation when you book your room—you can travel by public transportation for free! You’ll receive more detailed information about traveling by public transportation upon registration.
There are plenty of parking spaces available if you’re traveling by car.
Neudauer Landstraße , 7533 Ollersdorf im Burgenland, Burgenland, AustriaCancellation policy
Full refund up to 90 days before arrival.After this, the booking is non-refundable.
If you cancel up to 30 days before arrival, you will receive a 50% refund of the booking price.
After that, the booking is non-refundable.
For cancellations up to 90 days before the start of the writing retreat, I charge a processing fee of 65 euros.
For cancellations between 90 and 30 days before the start of the writing retreat, I charge 50% of the participation fee.
In the event of a later cancellation, a no-show, or if you cut your writing retreat short, I must charge you the full participation fee.
Writing retreats take place with a minimum of four participants.
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