Yoga Vacation in the Austrian Alps

In Reith near Kitzbühel, Tyrol

Let the Benefits of Yoga Unfold

Yoga vacation for radiant health and inner peace

Our yoga and meditation programme was developed by Swami Vishnudevananda to gently lead the body back to its natural biorhythm. During a Sivananda yoga vacation, the mind becomes calmer and you find your way back to your centre.

Daily workshops or talks on how yoga works, the psychology and philosophy of yoga, provide fascinating insights to help you deepen your practice.

You will meet interesting, like-minded people at mealtime, on walks and in the group meditation.

Take in the panoramic views of mountain meadows, forests, brooks and lakes while enjoying a refreshing hike, swim or bike-ride.

Weekend visits provide an ideal introduction to this yoga vacation programme. Longer stays let the full yoga experience unfold.

What Awaits You on Yoga Vacation

Motivated, practising yogis
Summertime practice on the outdoor cedar platform
Quiet leisure moments on the Retreat House terrace
Incomparable walks and hikes
Refreshing swims in the nearby lakes
A variety of interesting yoga themes
A solid introduction to yoga and meditation
Individual advice based on your experience
Tastefully decorated yoga halls
Daily meditation, mantra chanting as well as ceremonies for inner and outer peace
Delicious vegetarian meals in a friendly atmosphere
A well-stocked boutique with a selection of books, music and yoga accessories
New healthy habits in a smoke- and alcohol-free environment

The daily schedule

6:00 – 7:30 am	Morning meditation, mantra chanting, talk Occasionally the morning meditation takes place in the form of a silent walk
8:00 – 9:30 am	Asanas and pranayama
10:00 am	Vegetarian brunch
from 11:00 am	Time for walks or hikes to the most beautiful places in the area such as the Venedigerblick, up to the Astberg or the Kitzbüheler Horn.
optional at noon or 2:00 – 3:00 pm	Lecture or workshop (sometimes a short lecture following the morning asana class)
4:00 – 5:30 pm	Asanas and pranayama
6:00 pm	Vegetarian dinner
8:00 – 9:30 pm	Evening meditation, mantra chanting, talk Occasionally the evening meditation takes place in the form of a silent walk

Programmes are subject to change or cancellation. Participation in the afternoon lecture/workshop is optional.

Donate your time: Many yoga vacation guests contribute to the community feeling in the Retreat House by volunteering during their stay. Ask at the reception desk for more information.

You have time for walks in the immediate vicinity or hikes to the most beautiful places in the area such as the Bichlach, the Venedigerblick circular route or up to the Astberg. Please bring hiking shoes and rain gear.

IN THE MORNING: Start the day in contemplative silence during the morning meditation, enjoy the group chanting and spiritual reading. Twice a week and weather-permitting, the meditation takes place as a silent walk. This is followed by the first asana session with invigorating exercises on the open-air platform. Afterwards breakfast awaits you.

DURING THE DAY you can take part in a workshop or talk with one of the yoga teachers. Or you might like to swim at the nearby Giehringer Pond (2 km) or Schwarzsee Lake (3 km). You also have time to explore the beautiful Bichlach area in the direct vicinity of the Retreat House.

IN THE AFTERNOON your body finds its optimum ﬂexibility in the second yoga class. Observe how the breath is slowing down, and the mind tunes in to the lightness of the yoga practice. Afterwards dinner is already prepared.

IN THE EVENING: Come to the evening meditation and enjoy the group meditation, chanting and interesting talk. Weather-permitting the meditation will take place on a mountain meadow as part of a walk. Go to bed feeling fulflled, inspired and ready to have a restful night’s sleep.

Accommodation and Meals

at Bio-Hotel Pointner

You will be staying in the Pointner eco-hotel, which serves wholesome vegetarian cuisine.

Vegetarian, organic & non-smoking for 50 years.

The family-run hotel, established in 1973, offers you an environmentally conscious and climate-neutral stay. The vegetarian cuisine is organically grown.

The hotel has been awarded the European eco-label as well as Austria’s gastronomic accolade ‘Grüne Haube’.

The hotel uses green electricity, pellet heating and a solar-powered hot water system.

Walks

Recharge in nature

Guided silent walks beginning directly from the Retreat House. This walking meditation is a unique experience and takes place several times a week instead of the morning or evening meditation:

Experience the gentle rising and setting of the sun. the various phases of the moon, the hidden beauties of the valley, the panoramic view of the Wild Kaiser and Hohe Tauern mountain ranges, the songs of many bird species, the variety of trees, bushes and medicinal plants along the footpath.

Would you like to hike longer and higher?

Come to one of our popular “Yoga & Mountain Magic” retreats.

The Yoga Vacation Themes

A new theme every week

We offer a variety of vacation themes so you will be sure to find one that matches your interests. A popular theme, “Yoga, Rest and Relaxation”, is offered year-round.

Typically the theme is presented in an introductory talk or workshop. Each day, we take time to explore the theme and put it into practice. You will also get a reading list and tips on how to do it @ home.

Some of our vacation themes:

Yoga Fitness · Yoga Workshop Days · The Meditation Experience · In Peace Lies Strength · Yoga Relaxation Days · Yoga and Thought Power · Expand Your Asanas · Yoga and Positive Thinking · Yoga, an Inner Path · Yoga Vitality Week · Healthy Spine · Yoga@Home · Asana Variations for Everybody · Yoga and a Healthy Mind · Yoga Lifestyle · Yoga Refresher · Power of Conscious Breathing · Sivananda Beginner’s Guide to Yoga

Lifestyle Support

Individual coaching

We offer 30-minute one-on-one sessions with an experienced senior instructor. Some personal advice and tips are often enough to bring about substantial progress in the group practice at the Retreat House and in your own practice at home.

Sun Salutation
Inverted poses
Asanas in depth
Breathing
Dietary advice
Meditation coaching

Visit our reception desk for more information and registration.

Yoga Vacation

Upcoming events

Arrive on any day and stay as long as you like.

Yoga and Thought Power

Friday, 15 December –

Sunday, 17 December 2023

The world of thoughts and creative life management.

Yoga Fitness

Sunday, 17 December –

Friday, 22 December 2023

Mobility and a healthy heart with yoga.

Christmas and New Year Retreat

Saturday, 23 December –

Sunday, 7 January 2024

Come and spend the holidays with us: We live, share and practice Yoga with you as we usher in the New...

Special New Year's Programme: Bhagavata Saptaha

Sunday, 31 December –

Sunday, 7 January 2024

A journey to the meaning of life with Guest of Honour Sri Venugopal Goswami, Bhakti Yoga Acharya, Vrindavan,...

Yoga Vitality Week

Sunday, 7 January –

Friday, 12 January 2024

Vitality is a sign of good health. How yoga can boost your energy and improve your health.

Yoga, Rest and Relaxation

Sunday, 7 January –

Friday, 12 January 2024

Experience the beauty of the Tyrolean mountains in Reith near Kitzbühel and find peace and relaxation...

Yoga and Thought Power

Friday, 12 January –

Sunday, 14 January 2024

Explore the world of thoughts and develop creative life management

Yoga, Rest and Relaxation

Friday, 12 January –

Sunday, 14 January 2024

Experience the beauty of the Tyrolean mountains in Reith near Kitzbühel and find peace and relaxation...

Yoga Relaxation Days

Sunday, 14 January –

Friday, 19 January 2024

Take the time to experience moments of deep relaxation. Enjoy a peaceful yoga vacation in the mountains.

Yoga, Rest and Relaxation

Sunday, 14 January –

Friday, 19 January 2024

Experience the beauty of the Tyrolean mountains in Reith near Kitzbühel and find peace and relaxation...

Yoga and Winter Magic

Friday, 19 January –

Sunday, 21 January 2024

Enjoy a relaxing yoga holiday with unique winter walks in the untouched mountain nature

Yoga, Rest and Relaxation

Friday, 19 January –

Sunday, 21 January 2024

Experience the beauty of the Tyrolean mountains in Reith near Kitzbühel and find peace and relaxation...

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Yoga Vacation in the Austrian Alps

Let the Benefits of Yoga Unfold

What Awaits You on Yoga Vacation

Accommodation and Meals

Walks

Would you like to hike longer and higher?

The Yoga Vacation Themes

A new theme every week

Lifestyle Support

Individual coaching

Yoga Vacation

Yoga and Thought Power

Yoga Fitness

Christmas and New Year Retreat

Special New Year's Programme: Bhagavata Saptaha

Yoga Vitality Week

Yoga, Rest and Relaxation

Yoga and Thought Power

Yoga, Rest and Relaxation

Yoga Relaxation Days

Yoga, Rest and Relaxation

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Yoga, Rest and Relaxation

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for yoga vacation

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In Pill, Tyrol, Austria

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