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Immerse yourself in the picturesque beauty of South Tyrol and experience an unforgettable bike tour along the enchanting apple meadows. The Alto Ride Tour is the perfect combination of nature, culinary delights, and sporting challenge between Bolzano and Lana.
Starting point: Parkhotel Mondschein, Bolzano
Stopover: 1477 Reichhalter, Lana
Finish point: Parkhotel Mondschein, Bolzano
Length: 60,6 km
Time: 4:16 h
Metres in altitude: 200
Level of difficulty: Easy
The tour starts in charming Bolzano at the Parkhotel Mondschein. The picturesque paths wind between green hills and gentle vineyards. On the way, you might smell the apple blossoms and feel the tranquillity of nature.
The route is not only scenic, but also culturally significant. You pass various villages and see the rich history and traditions of South Tyrol. The cycle routes in the Adige Valley are not only known for their wineries, but also for the cosy inns where regional delicacies can be tasted.
This is exactly what can be done at the 1477 Reichhalter stopover, where you can enjoy the historical ambience and reward yourself with a delicious meal. Book a table.
The return journey follows the comfortable cycle path.
The Alto Ride Tour is a perfect opportunity to enjoy nature, be active and at the same time get to know the culture of this fascinating region.
Immerse yourself in the picturesque beauty of South Tyrol and experience an unforgettable bike tour along the enchanting apple meadows. The Alto Ride Tour is the perfect combination of nature, culinary delights, and sporting challenge between Bolzano and Lana.
Starting point: Parkhotel Mondschein, Bolzano
Stopover: 1477 Reichhalter, Lana
Finish point: Parkhotel Mondschein, Bolzano
Length: 60,6 km
Time: 4:16 h
Metres in altitude: 200
Level of difficulty: Easy
The tour starts in charming Bolzano at the Parkhotel Mondschein. The picturesque paths wind between green hills and gentle vineyards. On the way, you might smell the apple blossoms and feel the tranquillity of nature.
The route is not only scenic, but also culturally significant. You pass various villages and see the rich history and traditions of South Tyrol. The cycle routes in the Adige Valley are not only known for their wineries, but also for the cosy inns where regional delicacies can be tasted.
This is exactly what can be done at the 1477 Reichhalter stopover, where you can enjoy the historical ambience and reward yourself with a delicious meal. Book a table.
The return journey follows the comfortable cycle path.
The Alto Ride Tour is a perfect opportunity to enjoy nature, be active and at the same time get to know the culture of this fascinating region.
Elemental Rest offers you a pause in an elegant, nature-inspired setting and invites you to immerse yourself in the world of Chinese Medicine, the Five Elements and Qi-based yoga. Four days to digest what has been and to surrender to what is yet to come. This retreat creates space away from the busyness of everyday life and gently guides you back to the quiet wisdom within.
After the dark winter months and at the beginning of spring, this retreat explores the balance between Being and Doing, woven into the theme Heaven on Earth. In Chinese Medicine and Taoist philosophy, humans stand between Heaven and Earth and are invited to choose in every moment: Do I act - or do I simply be? Do I think my decisions - or do I feel them?
Throughout the retreat, rituals, movement practices and Chinese self-care workshops support you in returning to your natural rhythm. You will relearn how to tune in, trust your inner wisdom and act from a grounded, clear intention. This is your invitation to come home to yourself nourished, spacious, clear and renewed.
The retreat will be held in english.
Programme
Thursday
3:00 pm Check-in
5:00 pm Opening Circle
6:30 pm Dinner at Luna Restaurant
8:30 pm Qi Flow
Friday
8:00 am Mindful start of the day
8:30 am Qi Flow
10:00 am Breakfast
11:30 am – 1:00 pm Chinese Medicine Workshop
Free time for spa and sauna
3:00 pm Cacao Ceremony & Sound Bath
6:30 pm Dinner at Luna Restaurant
Optional: 8:30 pm Yin Yoga
Saturday
8:00 am Mindful start of the day
8:30 am Qi Gong
10:00 am Breakfast
11:30 am – 1:00 pm Chinese Medicine Workshop
3:00 pm Mini Vision Quest in the mountains
7:00 pm Dinner at Alto Pizza
Sunday
8:15 am Qi Flow & Closing Circle
9:30 am Breakfast
11:00 am Check-out
Included services
Karen Vuijsters
Acupuncturist, Yin Yoga teacher and mentor in Taoism. She is the initiator of Elemental Rest and the founder of the School for Alchemy and Spirit Path. In the Netherlands, she supports over 300 clients through acupuncture and mentoring. She is currently creating an “inn for the soul” in Italy called Ama, Alma y Tierra.
Arianna Piazzi
Ceremonialist, yoga teacher and healer based in Bolzano. She weaves ancient healing knowledge into modern life through ceremonies, rituals and mindful guidance. Arianna leads the Qi Flow sessions and the cacao ceremony and is the head of the arise Body & Mind Studio.
Jelle Sanders
Primary school teacher and children’s coach. His work with the concept of play beautifully supports the holding of space and guidance during ceremonies. Jelle guides the Mini Vision Quest in the forest and provides a safe and supportive container for the group.
Karl Seebacher
Karl has been practising Shaolin disciplines such as Qi Gong, Kung Fu, Tai Chi and meditation for 13 years. He deepens his training several times a year with Shaolin Grandmaster Shi Yan Liang and has twice participated in intensive two-week training programmes at the main Shaolin Temple in Henan, China. At the retreat, Karl will teach a Qi Gong class.
Just a few steps from the vibrant streets of Bolzano and surrounded by the peaceful embrace of the mountains, we will dive deeply into practice together. Through a blend of dynamic Vinyasa, somatic Yin, and restorative yoga, a harmonious rhythm of activation and relaxation unfolds. Crystal bowls accompany the practice, guiding the body into deeper calm, while sauna rituals, nourishing meals, and quiet moments in nature create space for integration.
These days offer inspiring morning flows, gentle Yin and sound sessions in the evening, and time just for yourself - to walk, read, write, or simply enjoy the stillness of the mountains. Elements of ritual, intuition, and somatic awareness weave together into a journey that gently guides you back to your own pace and inner alignment.
A few days to breathe, soften, and realign body, mind, and soul.
The retreat will be held in English.
Program
Thursday
17:00–18:00 Somatic Yin + Sound: Arrive and Listen
18:30 Dinner at Luna Restaurant
Friday
08:45–10:00 Vinyasa: Power of Ritual
10:00 Breakfast at Luna Restaurant
18:30 Dinner at Luna Restaurant
20:00–21:00 Somatic Yin + Sound: Language of Intuition
Saturday
07:00–08:15 Vinyasa: Root to Rise
08:30 Breakfast at Luna Restaurant
18:00 Dinner at Alto Pizza
20:00–21:00 Restorative Yoga + Sound: Root to Surrender
Sunday
08:00–09:45 Vinyasa: Act of Self Study
10:00 Breakfast at Luna Restaurant
Included services
Tsveta’s practice is rooted in the tradition of Ashtanga and inspired by the intuitive flow of Awakening Yoga. In her classes, she blends strength and flexibility into balanced sequences that cultivate both stability and softness. For her, yoga has become not only a path of healing but a calling with deep meaning: a space that invites people to turn inward, move with awareness, and recognize that real change begins within.
For Mara, yoga is an ongoing journey toward herself, her body, and the present moment. Mindfulness is at the heart of her approach, encouraging students to meet themselves with compassion and to stay present. Her classes are calm, intuitive, and yet powerful, often supported by sound to deepen the practice and guide body and mind into profound relaxation. Each session is an invitation to move with intention, to listen inwardly, and to experience the body as a guide toward quiet inner strength.
Anais’ POWER YOGA sessions are dynamic and powerful Vinyasa flows designed for fitness enthusiasts who want to push their limits while also craving deep relaxation. These yoga sessions are as challenging as a full-body workout, with a strong focus on breathing. They are equally suitable for beginners, offering variations for different yoga poses.
We will also be enjoying breakfast and dinner at the Luna Restaurant, a cellar tour with wine tasting at Kellerei Bolzano, and a communal pizza night.
Why POWER YOGA?
POWER YOGA is a Western-oriented style of yoga that helps modern individuals connect with themselves through their body. Many people need intense physical challenges before their mind can relax and quiet down, giving their "monkey mind" a well-deserved break. This approach particularly resonates with ambitious manager-types, guiding them to discover something beyond competition, ambition, and pressure—and bringing those lessons from the mat into daily life.
“In yoga, the goal is to turn your gaze inward; everything else is circus."
Program
Thursday
3:00 pm Check-in
4:00 - 5:30 pm Vinyasa RnB Music
6:30 pm Presentation incl. welcome wine
7:00 pm 3 course menu incl. water
Friday
8:45 - 9:45 am Vinyasa RnB Music
9:45 - 10:30 am Breakfast
10:30 am - 1:00 pm Spa Time (sauna & outdoor pool)
2:30 pm Bus to Kellerei Bozen
3:00 pm Winery tour at Kellerei Bozen and wine tasting
6:30 pm 3 course menu incl. water & house wine
6:30 - 9:30 pm DJ'n'Drinks at the Luna Bar
Saturday
7:00 - 10:30 am Breakfast
11:30 - 12:00 pm Talk on Omega-3 & Collagen by Ballstad
12:00 - 4:00 pm Spa Time (sauna & outdoor pool)
4:00 - 5:30 pm Vinyasa RnB Music & Guided Meditation
6:30 pm walk through the old town towards dinner location
7:00 pm Pizza evening at Il Corso (self-pay basis)
Sunday
8:00 - 9:30 am Vinyasa RnB Music
9:30 - 10:30 am Breakfast
11:00 am Check-out and free spa use
The retreat will be in German language
Included Services
Anais has been teaching Power Yoga with R&B music in Munich for several years. She combines her favorite R&B tracks with challenging asanas, a unique approach that, to her own surprise, has been very popular. Originally from the hospitality industry, Anais studied Tourism and Travel Management and worked in hotel management in Munich before transitioning fully into yoga instruction. In addition to Power Yoga, Anais offers other classes such as Vinyasa and Yin Yoga combined with Yoga Nidra, a guided mindfulness technique and meditation.
