New Year Silent & Meditation Retreat at a Monastery in Southern Germany – Deep Heart Connection, Stillness & Clarity
New Year Silent & Meditation Retreat at a Monastery in Southern Germany – Deep Heart Connection, Stillness & Clarity
Mauritiushof 1, 94557 Niederalteich, Germany
Up to 14 in group
Dec 29, 2026 - Jan 2, 2027
Retreat Highlights
- Begin the new year with inner clarity and renewal
- Experience the healing power of silence
- 3-day Silent & Meditation Retreat guided in German
- Guided meditation sessions
- Gentle Hatha Yoga practice
- Daily Pranayama (breathwork)
- Teachings inspired by Yoga
- Insights from Advaita Vedanta
- Elements of Buddhist and Western contemplation
- Peaceful monastery surrounded by nature
- Time for reflection and stillness
- Supportive and calm group atmosphere
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Since childhood, Katrin has felt a deep curiosity and connection with life, with what consciousness, meaning, and true existence truly mean. Especially in nature, she experienced early moments of quiet expanse and oneness with all that is.
After studying psychology and completing her coaching training, she worked for several years in human resources and organizational development. The more she understood how people "work," the stronger the call became to go deeper, beyond thinking. She sensed that there was more to experience in life and found this "more" in less: through meditation, silence, and inner contemplation.
In 2018, her path led her to Mexico, where she studied, practiced, and taught at the Hridaya Yoga and Meditation Center for several years. During this time, she spent hundreds of days in silence and a total of one month in complete darkness. These experiences profoundly shaped her understanding of inner stillness and heart awareness.
In 2024, she traveled to India to experience spiritual teachers and visit sacred places such as Rishikesh, Varanasi, and Dharamsala. There she deepened her practice in Mahayana Buddhism and the teachings of Ramana Maharshi, Sri Aurobindo, and Papaji by spending time at the respective ashram.
In her work today, Katrin connects psychology and spirituality, the mind and the heart, as two paths of the same truth. Her retreats are spaces for true inner transformation, awareness, and silent healing, not through doing but through the deep recognition of what is already there.
She is currently in India until her next Silent Retreat in Germany mid-August 2026.
Details of this retreat
Are you ready to begin the year 2027 in deep connection with yourself, with new freshness and clarity?
This retreat invites you to consciously let go of the old year and immerse yourself in the healing power of silence. We will spend these days in a peaceful monastery in southern Germany — a place where time slows down, thoughts grow quieter, and your inner voice becomes audible again. Surrounded by nature and held by an atmosphere of calm, you will find space to center yourself, recharge, and open your heart to the new year.
In this 3-day Silent and Meditation Retreat, you will discover silence as a path to inner clarity and presence. Guided meditations, gentle Hatha Yoga, and breathing practices (Pranayama) will help you calm the mind and open the heart. Inspired by Yoga, Advaita Vedanta, Buddhism, and Western contemplation, a space emerges for you to feel yourself anew, to release, and to arrive in deep connection.
This retreat invites you to consciously let go of the old year and immerse yourself in the healing power of silence. We will spend these days in a peaceful monastery in southern Germany — a place where time slows down, thoughts grow quieter, and your inner voice becomes audible again. Surrounded by nature and held by an atmosphere of calm, you will find space to center yourself, recharge, and open your heart to the new year.
In this 3-day Silent and Meditation Retreat, you will discover silence as a path to inner clarity and presence. Guided meditations, gentle Hatha Yoga, and breathing practices (Pranayama) will help you calm the mind and open the heart. Inspired by Yoga, Advaita Vedanta, Buddhism, and Western contemplation, a space emerges for you to feel yourself anew, to release, and to arrive in deep connection.
Schedule
Each day follows a gentle, clear rhythm — guided by silence, mindfulness, and presence.
The morning begins in silence with a 60–90 minute guided meditation before breakfast. Afterwards, there is a short spiritual reading or inspiration to deepen your practice and offer new insights. This is followed by gentle Hatha Yoga and mindful movement to connect body and mind and deepen the breath.
After the vegetarian lunch, there is plenty of space for rest, journaling, contemplation, or walks in nature.
In the afternoon, you’ll continue your practice with another meditation session, followed by half an hour of self-practice. After dinner, there is a daily question round (questions can be submitted in writing). The day closes with an evening meditation focused on a specific theme or intention.
This calm balance between structure and space creates the foundation for deep regeneration, clarity, and connection with yourself.
Approximate Retreat Schedule
December 29: Arrival & Introduction Arrival and check-in from 2:00 pm, with the latest arrival at 5:00 pm. The retreat begins at 5:30 pm with an introduction, followed by dinner and our entry into silence.
December 30 & 31 and January 1: Full Days of Silence Three full days of silence with meditation, yoga, movement, readings, and spiritual inspirations.
January 1, evening: Closing of Silence We will officially close the silence in the evening. If you wish, you may remain in silence until the morning meditation on January 2.
January 2: Closing & Departure The day begins with a final meditation, followed by a sharing circle and communal breakfast. Check-out is at 9:30 am, followed by departure.
The morning begins in silence with a 60–90 minute guided meditation before breakfast. Afterwards, there is a short spiritual reading or inspiration to deepen your practice and offer new insights. This is followed by gentle Hatha Yoga and mindful movement to connect body and mind and deepen the breath.
After the vegetarian lunch, there is plenty of space for rest, journaling, contemplation, or walks in nature.
In the afternoon, you’ll continue your practice with another meditation session, followed by half an hour of self-practice. After dinner, there is a daily question round (questions can be submitted in writing). The day closes with an evening meditation focused on a specific theme or intention.
This calm balance between structure and space creates the foundation for deep regeneration, clarity, and connection with yourself.
Approximate Retreat Schedule
December 29: Arrival & Introduction Arrival and check-in from 2:00 pm, with the latest arrival at 5:00 pm. The retreat begins at 5:30 pm with an introduction, followed by dinner and our entry into silence.
December 30 & 31 and January 1: Full Days of Silence Three full days of silence with meditation, yoga, movement, readings, and spiritual inspirations.
January 1, evening: Closing of Silence We will officially close the silence in the evening. If you wish, you may remain in silence until the morning meditation on January 2.
January 2: Closing & Departure The day begins with a final meditation, followed by a sharing circle and communal breakfast. Check-out is at 9:30 am, followed by departure.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Blooming of Hearts, Mauritiushof 1, 94557 Niederalteich, Germany
Directions
The Benedictine Monastery of Niederaltaich is located in Lower Bavaria, Germany, and is easily accessible by public transport. The nearest train station is Niederalteich or Deggendorf, with regular regional connections. From there, it’s a short taxi or bus ride to the monastery. Main airports near the monastery are Nurenberg and Munich.
Arrival by car is also possible; parking is available on site.
Arrival by car is also possible; parking is available on site.
Accommodation
Simple and comfortable single rooms are available directly through the monastery Niederaltaich. The monastery also provides full vegetarian board throughout the retreat.
Full Silent Meditation Retreat Package (Plus Personal Integration)
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
The retreat takes place at the Benedictine Monastery of Niederaltaich in Lower Bavaria – a place of peace and inner contemplation. Surrounded by nature, ancient trees, and the monastery’s tranquil atmosphere, it offers a setting that naturally supports silence and retreat.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
The monastery provides simple, nourishing vegetarian meals throughout the retreat, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
What's Included
- Three full days of silence, meditation, and shared practice
- Daily guided meditations
- Gentle Hatha Yoga
- Breathwork and mindfulness practices
- Yoga Nidra and guided deep relaxation
- Access to the meditation hall and retreat spaces
- Time for reflection, journaling, and walks along the Danube
- Retreat takes place in German
- Optional 1:1 retreat integration session
What's Not Included
- • Travel to and from the retreat venue
- • Personal expenses, additional drinks, afternoon coffee
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