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Trails and Tranquility in the Austrian Alps

May 1 - 4, 2025

Mondsee, Austria

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Hosted By

Vladimir Matović

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3 nights, 4 days

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18 person retreat

Highlights

  • Daily Yoga classes

  • Hiking tours

  • 3 x Delicious buffet breakfast

  • 3 x 3-Course dinner

  • Historical Venue/Hotel

  • Alpine backdrop with Lake Views

  • Group Sound Healing & Meditation

  • 1-2-1 Sound Healing Session On-Demand

Details

"Trails and Tranquility: An Alpine Yoga and Hiking Retreat" Looking for the perfect way to spend the May 1st holidays? Journey with us to the breathtaking Austrian Alps this spring and join us in Mondsee for "Trails and Tranquility: An Alpine Yoga and Hiking Retreat." A retreat that balances physical activity and a mental break. Surrounded by tranquil lakes and alpine beauty, this experience is designed to refresh your body and mind at the start of spring. Your Stay You’ll be staying in a luxurious hotel with a rich history, once a monastery, now transformed into a haven of comfort and elegance. Each day begins and ends surrounded by timeless architecture, exquisite cuisine, and a sense of calm that only centuries-old walls can provide. The hotel features a spa, a small pool, 3 different restaurants with vegetarian options available, and inviting spaces to unwind, making it the ideal setting for rejuvenation. Yoga for Every Mood During your stay, you will have the opportunity to practice yoga twice a day, taught by certified Yoga Teachers, a Yoga Therapist (Vlad), and a Sound Healer (Chris): • Start your mornings with energizing yoga sessions that awaken your senses and prepare you for the day ahead. Combining dynamic poses, breathwork, and stretches, these classes are designed to awaken and energize. • In the evenings, wind down with calming yoga classes, blending gentle movements, soothing breath exercises, and meditative practices. •As an additional (re)treat, Chris offers individual or couple restorative “Sound Healing” sessions, allowing the vibrations to bring you deeper into relaxation and balance, whereas Vlad offers “Asana Clinic” - individual sessions to support the students who want to explore more challenging poses or explore personalized modifications to deepen their practice. Wander Outside or Inside – Your Choice Afternoons offer two options: (1) explore alpine trails on guided hikes with stunning lake views. In case of bad weather, an excursion to Salzburg is available, with highlights like Mozart’s birthplace and traditional Austrian strudel. (2) Alternatively, relax in the spa or stroll along the lakeside. Whether you have previous yoga experience or not, or you come to reconnect with your body, explore the outdoors, or simply find peace in a historic and beautiful setting, "Trails and Tranquility" is your invitation to experience to kick-off your Spring in the heart of the Austrian Alps.

Location

Mondsee, Austria

Mondsee is a picturesque town located in the Upper Austria region, nestled on the shores of the stunning Mondsee Lake. Known for its breathtaking natural beauty, the area is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as swimming, sailing, and hiking in the surrounding Salzkammergut mountains. The town is also famous for the Basilica of St. Michael, a magnificent church that gained international recognition as a filming location for the wedding scene in "The Sound of Music." Mondsee's charming streets are lined with colorful buildings, cafes, and shops, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere. Visitors can explore the town's rich history and culture through its museums and local festivals. With its combination of scenic landscapes and cultural attractions, Mondsee provides a delightful escape into the heart of Austria's lake district.

Venue

Schlosshotel Mondsee

4.6 1152 Reviews

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Schlosshotel Mondsee is a luxurious hotel set in a beautifully restored historic castle in the charming town of Mondsee, Upper Austria. Originally a Benedictine monastery dating back to the 12th century, the hotel combines rich history with modern comfort, offering guests a unique and elegant stay. The hotel features well-appointed rooms and suites that blend traditional charm with contemporary amenities, ensuring a comfortable and memorable experience. Guests can enjoy exquisite dining at the hotel's restaurant, which serves regional and international cuisine, often highlighting local ingredients. The Schlosshotel's location provides easy access to the stunning Mondsee Lake and the surrounding Salzkammergut region, making it an ideal base for exploring outdoor activities and cultural sites. With its blend of historical grandeur and modern luxury, Schlosshotel Mondsee offers a truly enchanting retreat.

A/C in Rooms

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Free Wifi

Pool

Pool

Garden

Garden

Spa

Spa

Sauna

Sauna

Towels

Towels

Housekeeping

Housekeeping

Coffee / Tea

Coffee / Tea

Cafe

Cafe

Accommodation

Duplex Suite - Early Bird Price

2-person shared room

$640 USD / person

Superior Double Room - Early Bird Price

Private room for 1

$750 USD total

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You’ll be staying in a luxurious hotel with a rich history. Once a monastery, it has been transformed into a haven of comfort and elegance. Each day begins and ends surrounded by timeless architecture, exquisite cuisine, and a sense of calm that only centuries-old walls can provide. The hotel features a spa, a small pool, and three different restaurants with vegetarian options available, as well as inviting spaces to unwind, making it the ideal setting for rejuvenation.

Meals

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Meals provided

Breakfast · Dinner

Diets catered

Vegetarian

The buffet breakfast caters to various diets and the dinners offer a meat-based and vegetarian option. For specific intolerances and allergies, you would need to let us know in advance so we can check with the hotel if they can cater to your needs, which in previous cases was possible e.g. fructose intolerance or onion and garlic intolerance.

Schedule

During your stay, you'll have the opportunity to practice yoga twice daily, guided by certified 200H Yoga Teachers, an 800H Yoga Therapist (Vlad), and a Sound Healer (Chris). - Morning Sessions: Begin your day with energizing yoga classes that combine dynamic poses, breathwork, and stretches to awaken your senses and prepare you for the day ahead. - Evening Sessions: Wind down with calming yoga classes featuring gentle movements, soothing breath exercises, and meditative practices to help you relax and unwind. Additionally, for an extra fee, Chris offers individual or couple restorative "Sound Healing" sessions to deepen relaxation and balance through vibrations. Vlad provides "Asana Clinic" sessions for those interested in exploring more challenging poses or personalized modifications to enhance their practice. In the afternoons, you have two options: 1. Explore Alpine Trails: Join guided hikes with stunning lake views. If the weather is unfavorable, enjoy an excursion to Salzburg, featuring highlights like Mozart’s birthplace and traditional Austrian strudel. 2. Relaxation: Alternatively, unwind in the spa or take a stroll along the lakeside.

Testimonials

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The organization (Vlad and Chris, you both took really good care of us), the location, and the classes (their diversity and the perfect sequence).

Lisa Zhirma, Russia

Everything, the location, the diverse yoga sessions, the sound healing, and the food!

Amara Raquel Marin Hidalgo, Germany

The whole trip and experience were amazing - if need to pick one session then it would be the restorative and sound bath session, the location, the hotel, and the 'mystery' excursion. Thank you both!

Butta Sakshi, India

The quality of yoga classes, a lot of explanations on correct moves, breath, where the tension should be, etc., also three levels for asanas when applicable - for any level (light, medium, more complicated) - this was great!

Maria Firsova, Russia

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Host

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Vladimir Matović

Nuremberg, Germany

Vladimir is a product and project manager at adidas, a certified Yoga Teacher, and a certified Yoga Therapist (in training). Originally from Belgrade, Serbia, he has been living in Nuremberg, Germany....

Certified Yoga Instructor

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3 languages

English, Сербский, and Deutsch

Teaching for 1 year

Joined Insight Timer in Feb 2024

What's Included

Accommodation for 3 nights

Breakfast (Fri, Sat and Sun) and Dinner (Thu, Fri and Sat) with complementary water

Hotel spa and pool access

All yoga sessions listed on the daily schedule and guided hiking sessions

Not Included

Lunch and Drinks (anything other than water)

Private or couple Sound Healing sessions

Private or couple Asana Clinic sessions

Travel insurance

Transportation/Travel cost to and from the hotel

Visa costs

Local Tax - 2.9 EUR per person per night

FAQs

Guest requirements

  • Pre-retreat form to be filled out after booking a slot

  • Basic Yoga experience

Cancellation policy

The remaining balance for the retreat is due 30 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 30 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 30 days before the retreat begins.