This retreat is shaped around simple, evidence-informed approaches to supporting the nervous system, combining gentle movement, rest and time in nature.

Step away from the noise of daily life and enter a space where time slows down, your breath deepens and your mind can finally rest. Set in the inspiring mountain landscape of Bad Gastein, this yoga and hiking retreat is designed to gently guide you back into balance—through movement, stillness and meaningful connection with nature.

Surrounded by fresh alpine air and breathtaking scenery, you will experience the calming power of mindful hiking, also known as pleasure hiking. There is no rush, no pressure—just a soft invitation to walk at a natural pace, to notice the rhythm of your steps and to fully immerse yourself in the beauty around you.

A special highlight of this retreat is the presence of the famous Gastein waterfall. Its powerful yet soothing sound creates a naturally calming atmosphere that can help reduce stress and quiet the mind. The fine mist in the air enriches it with negative ions, which are known to support respiratory health, improve mood and enhance overall well-being. Simply spending time near the waterfall can feel both invigorating and deeply grounding.

Our guided forest bathing sessions offer a restorative way to reconnect with the natural world. Through gentle, sensory-based practices, you will learn to slow down, engage your senses and absorb the quiet strength of the forest. This practice supports stress reduction, strengthens the immune system and promotes our nervous system to calm down.

Each day, our yoga practice is inspired by the four elements—air, earth, fire and water. These sessions are thoughtfully designed to reflect the qualities of each element: lightness and breath for air, stability and grounding for earth, strength and transformation for fire and fluidity and release for water. This approach allows you to experience balance on a deeper level, harmonizing body, mind and energy.

All yoga sessions are gentle and suitable for all levels. They focus on releasing tension, improving mobility and cultivating a sense of ease within the body. Combined with guided meditation, you will be supported in calming the mind, grounding your energy and reconnecting with a deeper sense of presence.

This retreat is not about performance or achievement. It is about allowing yourself to pause, to breathe and to simply be. Whether you are seeking relief from stress, a deeper connection to nature, or a mindful reset, this experience offers a nurturing space for renewal.

You will leave feeling more relaxed, more centered and more connected—to yourself and to the natural world around you. You will take some tools home with you for sustainable stress reduction, inner peace and even strengthen your immune system.

Take this time for yourself. Your well-being deserves it.

After the morning yoga class inside with fantastic Mountain views, the sessions are experiential and quiet in nature. You can expect a blend of guided yoga, breath awareness and reflective space, alongside time to slow down and notice what your body needs. There is no pressure to share or participate in a certain way. Older people are just as welcome as younger people who long for a break.

Elements of shinrin yoku practices are included, supporting relaxation through time spent in quiet natural surroundings.

Alongside the guided sessions, the natural setting of Bad Gastein plays a central role. Time in the mountains, gentle walks and access to thermal water and spa facilities support a slower rhythm and deeper rest.

There is space throughout the retreat for stillness, integration and simply being away from the pace of everyday life.