Time out in the monastery – with yoga, forest bathing & Qi Gong

Immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere of the monastery and the healing world of the forest. Both are places that have served as sources of rest and energy for people for many centuries. Treat yourself to a meditative break in the monastery with yoga and forest bathing.

The "modern" world puts us in a constant state of stress, and contact with nature can help us relax physically.

In combination with meditation and mindfulness, it brings people closer to their roots again.

Being healthy does not merely mean the absence of illness.

Being healthy means much more!

PROGRAM

Time out in the monastery and the abbey forest. Experience nature with all our senses in one of the most beautiful places in the Waldviertel. To relax, to find oneself, and to replenish one’s own reserves of strength.

- Introduction to the topic of forest bathing
- Daily stay in the forest
- Meditation and mindfulness exercises from yoga and Qi Gong
- Discover the regenerative power of nature
- Reduce feelings of stress
- Perceive and enjoy with all senses
- Simple tips and tricks for implementation at home
- Personal guided tour of the abbey

Seminar Leader:
Manuela Apfelthaler-Prohaska
Dipl. Health and Nursing Nurse with additional training in Psychiatry

DATE
The course begins on Friday, September 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM and ends on Sunday, September 13, 2026, after breakfast.

CATERING
Catering starts with dinner on Friday and ends with breakfast on Sunday. Vegetarian options are also available; please inform us in advance.

COSTS
€ 370.00/person in a single room
€ 362.00/person in a double room
Includes accommodation, meals, and seminar fees.
Plus € 2.60 local tax per night.

Subject to price adjustments!

REGISTRATION DEADLINE
September 1, 2026

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
Minimum 6 people, maximum 12 people

IMPORTANT

Only mentally healthy individuals may participate in this seminar weekend. If you are unsure, please consult your family doctor and contact the trainer in advance.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE GUESTHOUSE
STIFT ALTENBURG

The guest rooms are simply furnished (no radio, no television) but cozy, all equipped with shower/WC, and are located directly below the cloister area – thus, the guesthouse is part of the monastery.

Hand and shower towels are provided in the rooms.

REGISTRATION & INFORMATION
For bookings and organizational questions, please contact:

Tourism Team
Benedictine Abbey Altenburg
Tel: +43 (0)2982 3451 9014
Email: gaestehaus@stift-altenburg.at

For content-related questions about forest bathing, the trainer (DGKS, DPGKS) Manuela Apfelthaler-Prohaska is happy to assist you.
Email: office@gesundheitsbalance.at
Tel.: 0680/2300679