"Shinrin Yoku" - Forest bathing with nature coach Miriam Baldes

Forest Bathing in Käppeledobel, Bollschweil-St. Ulrich, with nature coach Miriam Baldes. We’ll start with a discussion about the health benefits of the forest and nature. Meditative walking and nature-based mindfulness exercises will lead us deeper into the forest, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the forest atmosphere. Some breathing exercises with Qigong, five sensory exercises, as well as “alone time” by a tree or on a forest lounger, and a seasonal drink from nature will round out the nature experience. **Forest bathing** is simply more than a walk in the woods or a simple stay in the forest. In Japan, the term “Shinrin Yoku” was coined in 1982. There, forest bathing is recommended by doctors to counteract stress and degenerative diseases and to strengthen the immune system. Forest bathing is an integral part of preventive healthcare in Japan. Take advantage of the Käppeledobel Bollschweil-St. Ulrich forest bathing trail for your well-being, as a preventive measure, for your recovery, or as an active contribution to your (self-)healing. The health-promoting effects of forest bathing include: Reduction of stress hormones/burnout prevention, strengthening of the immune system, promotion of the heart-protective substance DHEA, relief from anxiety and sleep disorders, and much more. It is not intended as a substitute for conventional medical treatments. **Personal equipment:** Sturdy footwear is required; please bring your own drink and snack. **Your guide** is Miriam Baldes, nature coach, systemic coach, and certified social pedagogue. **The event generally takes place regardless of the weather. The organizer may cancel in the event of thunderstorms, storms, or heavy rain.** Ride-sharing is available upon prior registration at the Bad Krozingen Tourist Information Office, one half-hour before the event begins.