Yin Yoga – Experience Slowing Down, Mindfulness, and Regeneration

5.0 (1 Review) · Oberlahr, Germany
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Summary

Yin Yoga is a quiet, meditative practice that guides the body and mind into a state of deep relaxation. Unlike dynamic yoga styles, Yin Yoga is based on holding poses for long periods in a relaxed manner. Fascia, ligaments, and joints are gently stretched, the breath deepens, and inner tensions are allowed to release. This creates space for regeneration, mindfulness, and renewed energy. In a world dominated by external influences, Yin Yoga invites us to listen inward—gentle, healing, and powerful all at once. Our workshops offer diverse approaches to Yin practice: In March, we’ll host a heart-opening weekend—Bhakti Love (March 20–22) 🎶—where sound and silence meet. The intensive week Yin meets Sivananda (April 19–24) 🌞 combines dynamic practice in the morning with deep stillness in the afternoon. In May, we continue with Yin & Yang Yoga (May 1–3) ☯️, a harmonious interplay of activity and stillness. This is followed by the six-day retreat Yin Yoga with Intuitive Soundscapes (May 10–15) 🎵, which creates space for inner sounds and subtle perception, as well as Yin Yoga & Fascia Training (May 15–17) 🌀, which specifically focuses on fascia work.

In the summer, additional dates invite you to dive even deeper into the Yin practice: Yin Yoga and Mantra (June 26–28) 🕉️ combines meditative sounds with gentle, long-held poses and opens a healing space for the heart and voice. Yin Yoga (July 24–26) 🌸 offers you a peaceful weekend of regeneration and mindful slowing down. Yin Yoga and Fascia Training (August 14–16) 🌿 intensifies the fascial work and noticeably promotes flexibility and lightness. The highlight of late summer is the Yin Yoga Retreat (September 6–11) ✨ – a soothing break that allows you to relax deeply and gives you new strength for everyday life. While muscles respond to quick impulses, fascia needs time and gentle stimulation. Holding poses for longer creates a soothing depth that works on physical, mental, and emotional levels. All seminars are designed for people with a basic knowledge of yoga and meditation who are seeking peace, depth, and inner balance. Yin Yoga invites you to slow down—and in doing so, reconnect with yourself.

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories
Hatha Yoga, Mindfulness, Yin Yoga, Yoga Retreats, Detox Retreats
Language(s)
German
Level
Beginner, Advanced
Group Size
15
Place
Oberlahr, Germany
Accommodation
Overnight stay included
Catering
Full board
Types of food
Organic, Vegetarian, Vegan, Raw Vegan
Services
  • Yin Yoga

  • Hatha Yoga (alle Levels)

  • Guided Meditations

  • Mantra chanting

  • Breathing exercises

  • Deep relaxation

  • Good morning

  • Ritual

  • Presentations

  • Vegan, organic, whole-food meals

  • Water and tea stations

  • Sun terrace

  • Store

  • Library

  • Playground

  • Garden

  • Wi-Fi in a specific area

Accommodation

💫 All-inclusive package price The price includes: ✅ the complete seminar program ✅ accommodation in the selected room category ✅ vegan whole-food meals 📅 Prices per person (2026)
For 2 nights 🛏️ Shared room: €214 🛏️ Double room: €265 🛏️ Single room: €307 💤 Dormitory, tent, or RV: €185

Would you like to stay longer or do you have questions about room selection? We’re happy to help! 😊

Catering

🥗 Vegan Organic Meals – Mindful & Delicious Every day at lunch and dinner, a generous selection of vegan whole-food meals awaits you at the buffet. Fresh fruit is available starting at 8:00 a.m. – as a light snack after meditation or for a quick bite between meals. Tea and water are available all day long. 🍵💧 Our kitchen uses only fresh, organic ingredients, preferably seasonal, regional, and sustainably sourced. We support local farmers and work with eco-conscious partners. 🌿 At the buffet, you’ll find, among other things:
🥗 Fresh salads (e.g., cucumber, carrot, beetroot) with two dressings 🥦 Hot dishes such as steamed vegetables (broccoli, sweet potatoes, fennel), curries, dal, and soups 🌻 Quality oils, seeds, and grains for your personal enjoyment
🥖 For brunch: bread, gluten-free alternatives, and homemade vegan spreads ℹ️ Note for those with allergies: All dishes are homemade and 100% organic. An allergen list is available at the buffet—the dishes are labeled accordingly.

sequence

🧳 Arrival Day: Check-in available from 1:00 PM. Rooms available from 3:00 PM. Please arrive by 7:00 PM at the latest—the seminar begins promptly at 8:00 PM with meditation.

Schedule on arrival day: 🕓 4:30 PM (Fri/Sun) or 4:15 PM (all other days): Asanas (yoga poses), Pranayama (breathing exercises), deep relaxation 🍽️ 6:00 PM Dinner
🧘‍♀️ 8:00 PM Meditation, mantra chanting, introductions, introductory talk 📆 Daily schedule – Day 2 🕖 7:00 AM Meditation, mantra chanting, short reading & talk 🕘 9:15 AM Yoga class, pranayama, deep relaxation
🥗 11:00 AM Brunch (breakfast & lunch combined) 🕑 2:00 / 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM Workshop (theory and/or practice – possibly including a yoga class depending on the topic) 🍽️ 6:00 PM Dinner
🕯️ 8:00 PM Meditation, mantra chanting & lecture 👋 Departure day / End of seminar 🕖 7:00 AM Meditation, mantra chanting, reading & lecture 🕘 9:00 AM Yoga class, pranayama, deep relaxation
🥗 11:00 AM Brunch 🕑 12:30 PM – approx. 2:30 PM Workshop / Closing session 🏁 approx. 2:30 / 3:00 PM End of seminar 🗓️ Note for weekend seminars: These end on Sundays around 2:30 PM.

Arrival

🚗 Getting to Yoga Vidya Ashram Westerwald 📍 Location The retreat center is situated in a quiet and idyllic setting in the southwestern Westerwald, about 5 km from the A3 and just 3 km from the health resort of Horhausen. 🕒 Driving times: approx. 75 min. from Frankfurt
approx. 60 min. from Wiesbaden or Cologne approx. 45 min. from Koblenz or Bonn 🚘 Travel by car ➡️ From the A3 (Frankfurt–Cologne): Take exit 36 Neuwied-Altenkirchen (not Dierdorf-Neuwied or Neustadt/Wied!)
➡️ Take the B256 toward Altenkirchen ➡️ Pass through Willroth, Horhausen, and Güllesheim ➡️ About 1.5 km past Güllesheim, turn right onto a forest road ➡️ After about 700 m, you’ll reach the house ➡️ From the A61:
At the Koblenz interchange, take the A48 toward Frankfurt. At the Dernbach interchange, take the A3 toward Cologne/Bonn. Then continue as described above ➡️ From the direction of Altenkirchen: ➡️ B256 toward Neuwied ➡️ 1 km past Oberlahr, turn left onto a forest road

🚆 Travel by train & bus Destination stations: Neuwied (Bus Platform E) Altenkirchen (Westerwald) From there, bus line 120 runs regularly to the stop 📍 Kardinal-Höffner-Platz, Horhausen (Westerwald)

🚌 Shuttle service to the ashram We offer a free shuttle service from Horhausen to the ashram: 🕘 daily between 9:00 AM and 8:00 PM 📩 Please register at least one day in advance by email or phone! ⚠️ No pickups on Thursdays between 11:30 AM and 3:00 PM!

Gut Hoffnungstal , 57641 Oberlahr, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

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I was the first time at Yoga Vidya, and was immediately thrilled by the atmosphere and the noticeable high energy that I could refuel there. Will gladly come again.

Meral Kämmerling

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Cancellation policy

Full refund up to 14 days before arrival.
After this, the booking is non-refundable.

Full refund up to 14 days before arrival. After that, the booking is non-refundable. 🔁 Cancellation & Rescheduling – fair and flexible ✅ Free cancellation up to 14 days before the seminar starts – you’ll receive a full refund. ♻️ Within 14 days before the start:
– 100% as credit for a future retreat or seminar – or 50% refund ❌ In case of no-show without prior cancellation: – Unfortunately, no refund (100% of the seminar fee)

🔄 You can change your reservation to a different date or seminar at any time, free of charge. 💌 If you’re unsure about anything, we recommend contacting us early on—together we’ll find a solution!

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