Blooming Presence – Embodied Spring Yoga and Meditation Retreat at Granaja, Oltrepò Pavese, Italy
Blooming Presence – Embodied Spring Yoga and Meditation Retreat at Granaja, Oltrepò Pavese, Italy
Via Località Paravello, 28, 27050 Val di Nizza, PV, Italy
Up to 12 in group
May 6 - 10, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Daily Yoga Practices Hatha, Vinyasa & Somatic Yoga
- Biodynamic Meditations morning & evening sessions
- Somatic Movement & Breathwork for grounding and energy balance
- Bodywork & Biodynamic Massage Treatments (80 min – €120 per person)
- Nature Excursions & Forest Bathing
- Fermentation & Herbal Workshops with Barbara
- Local Farm Visit & Tasting Experience
- Moments of silence, creativity, and presence
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Ilaria is a yoga teacher, somatic educator, and biodynamic therapist with over eight years of international experience in holistic practices and the arts. She blends movement, touch, and meditation to support awareness, presence, and transformation. Trained in Hatha, Vinyasa, and Somatic Yoga, Contemporary Dance, Mindfulness, and Craniosacral Biodynamics, she guides the body toward coherence and flow, restoring balance on physical, emotional, and energetic levels through one-to-one or group sessions and myofascial therapies.
Details of this retreat
Blooming Presence – Embodied Spring Yoga and Meditation Retreat at Granaja, Oltrepò Pavese, Italy
Dates: May 6–10
The Retreat Experience – Granaja, Oltrepò Pavese
Immersed in the pristine nature of Granaja, a breathtaking sanctuary nestled among the gentle hills of the Oltrepò Pavese, this retreat is an invitation to reconnect deeply with your body, your breath, and the vibrant rhythms of the earth.
The May editions unfold during one of the most enchanting moments of the year — when nature bursts into bloom. The hills are painted with colors and fragrances, and at Granaja the air is filled with the delicate scent of wisteria in full blossom, cascading over stone walls and terraces. This unique season offers an atmosphere of renewal and vitality, perfectly aligned with the retreat’s intention: to awaken your senses and invite inner blossoming.
You will be embraced by a nourishing experience — one that cares for you mindfully through all the senses. From the nourishment of the body to that of the spirit, you will be gently accompanied through a multisensory journey designed to awaken your presence and restore balance.
Each day unfolds through somatic yoga practices, biodynamic meditation, and moments of connection with the natural world — forest bathing, mindful walks among herbs, and meditative explorations of landscape.
You’ll be guided by Ilaria, yoga teacher and therapist, expert in somatic education, Hatha yoga, and biodynamic work, who will support you, listen to and care for your body through movement, breath, inner awareness, and bodywork treatments.
Alongside, Barbara, the heart and soul of Granaja, will open the doors to the magical world of medicinal herbs — leading you on a journey of scents and contact with wild nature, from recognizing native healing plants to preparing fermented delicacies.
The retreat also includes a visit to a local organic farm, where you will enjoy a tasting of Oltrepò’s finest produce: local cheeses, cured meats, fresh honey, and other delicacies of this generous land.
Every meal is prepared with care, using fresh, locally grown ingredients — a true expression of Italian culinary tradition, where every flavor becomes an act of mindfulness and self-care.
Granaja offers a beautiful indoor yoga shala, built inside a lovingly restored ancient barn, and an outdoor terrace with panoramic views of the surrounding hills, where daily practices take place at sunrise and sunset. Between sessions, you can relax by the swimming pool, soaking in the warmth of the sun and the sounds of nature.
Dates: May 6–10
The Retreat Experience – Granaja, Oltrepò Pavese
Immersed in the pristine nature of Granaja, a breathtaking sanctuary nestled among the gentle hills of the Oltrepò Pavese, this retreat is an invitation to reconnect deeply with your body, your breath, and the vibrant rhythms of the earth.
The May editions unfold during one of the most enchanting moments of the year — when nature bursts into bloom. The hills are painted with colors and fragrances, and at Granaja the air is filled with the delicate scent of wisteria in full blossom, cascading over stone walls and terraces. This unique season offers an atmosphere of renewal and vitality, perfectly aligned with the retreat’s intention: to awaken your senses and invite inner blossoming.
You will be embraced by a nourishing experience — one that cares for you mindfully through all the senses. From the nourishment of the body to that of the spirit, you will be gently accompanied through a multisensory journey designed to awaken your presence and restore balance.
Each day unfolds through somatic yoga practices, biodynamic meditation, and moments of connection with the natural world — forest bathing, mindful walks among herbs, and meditative explorations of landscape.
You’ll be guided by Ilaria, yoga teacher and therapist, expert in somatic education, Hatha yoga, and biodynamic work, who will support you, listen to and care for your body through movement, breath, inner awareness, and bodywork treatments.
Alongside, Barbara, the heart and soul of Granaja, will open the doors to the magical world of medicinal herbs — leading you on a journey of scents and contact with wild nature, from recognizing native healing plants to preparing fermented delicacies.
The retreat also includes a visit to a local organic farm, where you will enjoy a tasting of Oltrepò’s finest produce: local cheeses, cured meats, fresh honey, and other delicacies of this generous land.
Every meal is prepared with care, using fresh, locally grown ingredients — a true expression of Italian culinary tradition, where every flavor becomes an act of mindfulness and self-care.
Granaja offers a beautiful indoor yoga shala, built inside a lovingly restored ancient barn, and an outdoor terrace with panoramic views of the surrounding hills, where daily practices take place at sunrise and sunset. Between sessions, you can relax by the swimming pool, soaking in the warmth of the sun and the sounds of nature.
Schedule
Schedule
Day One
14:00–17:00 Check-in & Registration
17:00–18:00 Opening Circle
18:00–19:15 Hatha Yoga
19:30 Sunset Welcome Aperitif
20:30 Dinner
Day Two
07:00–08:00 Morning Meditation
08:15–09:30 Breakfast
11:30–13:00 Hatha Yoga Lab
13:30–14:30 Lunch
Afternoon: Pool & Treatments
17:00–19:30 Visit to Local Farm + Tasting of Oltrepò Delicacies
20:00 Dinner
21:30 Sound Bath & Evening Meditation
Day Three
07:00–08:00 Morning Meditation
08:15–09:30 Breakfast
10:00 Nature Excursion + Outdoor Practice
13:30–14:30 Picnic Lunch
Afternoon: Treatments / Rest
17:30–19:00 Fermentation Workshop
20:00 Dinner
21:30 Evening Meditation
Day Four
07:30–09:00 Somatic Activation Practice
09:00–10:00 Breakfast
Free time: Pool, Treatments, Herbal Walk
13:30–14:30 Lunch
18:00–19:30 Sunset Practice
20:00 Dinner
Day Five
08:00–09:30 Somatic Activation Practice
09:45–11:00 Brunch
11:30–12:30 Goodbye Circle
Day One
14:00–17:00 Check-in & Registration
17:00–18:00 Opening Circle
18:00–19:15 Hatha Yoga
19:30 Sunset Welcome Aperitif
20:30 Dinner
Day Two
07:00–08:00 Morning Meditation
08:15–09:30 Breakfast
11:30–13:00 Hatha Yoga Lab
13:30–14:30 Lunch
Afternoon: Pool & Treatments
17:00–19:30 Visit to Local Farm + Tasting of Oltrepò Delicacies
20:00 Dinner
21:30 Sound Bath & Evening Meditation
Day Three
07:00–08:00 Morning Meditation
08:15–09:30 Breakfast
10:00 Nature Excursion + Outdoor Practice
13:30–14:30 Picnic Lunch
Afternoon: Treatments / Rest
17:30–19:00 Fermentation Workshop
20:00 Dinner
21:30 Evening Meditation
Day Four
07:30–09:00 Somatic Activation Practice
09:00–10:00 Breakfast
Free time: Pool, Treatments, Herbal Walk
13:30–14:30 Lunch
18:00–19:30 Sunset Practice
20:00 Dinner
Day Five
08:00–09:30 Somatic Activation Practice
09:45–11:00 Brunch
11:30–12:30 Goodbye Circle
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Granaja Yoga Retreats, Via Località Paravello, 28, 27050 Val di Nizza, PV, Italy
Directions
Via Localita Paravello, 28, 27050 Val di Nizza PV
Accommodation
The property features five double rooms, each carefully furnished in a luxurious yet authentic rural Italian style, blending tradition, natural materials, and timeless countryside charm. Every detail has been thoughtfully chosen to honor the land — from handcrafted wooden furniture to delicate linens and vintage accents that celebrate Italian craftsmanship. The five rooms share three elegant bathrooms, and a separate dependance offers a private double room with bathroom for those seeking extra privacy. Practical Details for 5 days retreat Double room single use: €1900 Couple package – double room: €1600 per person Participants to the retreat maximum 12 guests
Couple package Staying in double room 5 days retreat 1600 each
Single use of double room for 5 days
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Once an old granary of the noble Malaspina family, Granaja is a serene retreat in the hills of Oltrepò Pavese, Val di Nizza. Surrounded by vineyards, forests, and castles, it offers five elegant rooms, a saltwater pool, and spacious gardens. Just an hour from Milan, guests can swim, walk, or relax while tasting local produce, enjoying a slow-living rhythm that reconnects with nature, tradition, and authentic Italian countryside charm.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Every meal is prepared with care, using fresh, locally grown ingredients — a true expression of Italian culinary tradition, where every flavor becomes an act of mindfulness and self-care.
What's Included
- 4 nights accommodation at Granaja
- Rooms decorated in luxurious rural Italian style, with natural materials and artisan details
- Access to outdoor terraces, garden areas with loungers, and panoramic views
- Wi-Fi in communal areas
- Daily Hatha, Vinyasa, and Somatic Yoga sessions
- Somatic movement and breathwork for grounding and energy balance
- Morning and evening biodynamic meditations
- Sound bath and evening meditation
- Sunrise and sunset yoga practices on panoramic terraces
- Outdoor yoga practice during the nature excursion
- Guidance on movement, breath, and inner awareness
- Yoga mats and props
- Nature & Excursions
- Mindful walks and forest bathing in the surrounding hills
- Guided nature walk and outdoor practice with picnic lunch
- Visit to a local organic farm with tasting of regional products (cheeses, honey, cured meats, wine, etc.)
- Botanical and foraging walk at Granaja to discover native and medicinal herbs
- Exploration of medicinal plants with Barbara, Granaja’s owner
- Fermentation and herbal workshop with Barbara, exploring wild herbs and natural preparations
- Guided experiences in sensory awareness and connection with nature
- Access to saltwater swimming pool (chemical-free)
- Ample free time for rest, journaling, and reflection
- Evening reflection and mindfulness sessions
- Meals & Nourishment
- Daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) prepared with local, seasonal ingredients
- Welcome sunset aperitivo on arrival day
- Farm-to-table dining emphasizing mindful, slow food traditions
- Herbal teas and infusions available throughout the retreat
- Opening and closing circles
- Small group setting (max 12 participants) for a personal, intimate experience
- Guidance by Ilaria, yoga teacher and somatic therapist
What's Not Included
- Bodywork and biodynamic massage treatments
- → Available upon request at €120 per 80-minute session
- Airport or train station transfers / pick-up services
- → Transport to and from Granaja must be arranged independently (car rental or taxi recommended)
- Bottles of wine during dinner
- → A selection of local wines is available for purchase on-site
- Bicycle or e-bike rental
- → Available locally, not included in the retreat price
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