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Deep peace and quiet in the Black Forest

Art of Living Zentrum Schwarzwald
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Germany · Black Forest · Oppenau
4.2 / 5.0 Very good
11 reviews
90% would recommend

The Art of Living Zentrum in the Black Forest offers a silent retreat for rest and inner calm. In a historic house surrounded by nature, you can experience meditation, yoga and breathing exercises, guided by experienced instructors. Enjoy vegetarian Ayurvedic cuisine and relaxing Ayurvedic massages in an atmosphere of peace and restoration.

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Quiet location
Ideal for solo travellers
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Art of Living Zentrum Schwarzwald in detail

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Focusing on your own wellbeing can make a real difference. Experienced course leaders Elke, Petra and Marcel will guide you with professionalism and are always on hand to answer your questions. You will learn more about your mind, your thoughts, ways to manage stress, personal growth and, above all, your connection to an inner source of strength, calm and stillness. Through simple stretches and physical exercises, powerful cleansing techniques, relaxing breathing techniques and ancient, profound yet accessible wisdom, you will experience a true holiday for the soul. You will also discover what it is like to spend several days in deep silence, taking a break from constant connectivity and screen time (digital detox).

The Art of Living Silent Retreat begins with an introduction to breathing and meditation techniques, along with interactive exercises. You will continue to talk during the introduction and the first day and a half, getting to know the other participants and preparing for silence. If you wish, you can begin observing silence earlier. Over the following days, the programme includes morning yoga sessions and around three sessions each day featuring meditation, yoga and breathing exercises. During breaks, enjoy leisurely walks in the garden or the surrounding Black Forest, with its woods, streams, mountains and meadows, or book Ayurvedic massages at the on-site Ayurveda centre.

Art of Living Zentrum

Art of Living Zentrum is a historic building in Bad Antogast, Oppenau, in the Black Forest, with its own distinctive architectural charm and an immediately welcoming feel. For the past 21 years, the building has served as a place to relax and recharge. More than a century ago, it was a renowned spa with a therapeutic spring that is still in use today, once visited by tsars, princes and princesses. Today, it is home to people who look after guests from around the world and the on-site Ayurvedic retreat centre.

Location & Surroundings

Art of Living Zentrum is set in a high valley, surrounded by hiking trails and the lush vegetation of the Black Forest. Deep tranquillity is broken only by the gentle sounds of streams and birdsong.

Food & Drink

Meals are freshly prepared on site, following Ayurvedic principles and using vegetarian ingredients. A light breakfast of fruit, muesli, porridge, homemade bread, a selection of spreads and tea gives you a great start to the day. Most meals are prepared with organic ingredients in a positive atmosphere, which adds to the enjoyment of the food. Snacks, drinking water, fruit and tea are available around the clock. Certain dietary requirements can also be catered for if requested in advance.

Wellness & Spa

In the Ayurveda area, you can also enjoy massages, Ayurvedic health assessments (pulse diagnosis) and all classic treatments (at an additional charge).

Health & Cures

During the period of silence, you will be thoughtfully guided by our experienced retreat leaders. Elke Heckmann, Petra Wüstenberg, Eva Legall Perera and Britta Steiger are available at any time to answer your questions. All four were personally trained and certified as silent retreat instructors by Art of Living founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Each has over 20 years’ experience leading breathing, meditation and yoga classes.

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Hotel rooms at a glance

Double Rooms with Private Bathroom, Double Rooms with Shared Bathroom, Single Rooms with Private Bathroom and Single Rooms with Shared Bathroom are available.

  • Double Room with Private Bathroom

  • Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Single Room with Private Bathroom

    Single bed

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    Single bed

Customer reviews for Art of Living Zentrum Schwarzwald

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4.2 Very good  

90% recommend this hotel

4.4
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4.6
Service
4.1
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4.3
Food
3.8
Wellness area
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The format was unexpected, but it was lovely for finding inner peace

Manuel H.

April 2025

Travelling alone | 30–39 | 4–8 days

It wasn’t a “traditional” silence retreat; it was a course that included silence but also required active participation. If you know that and are open to it, it’s a really great experience. At times it feels a little esoteric, and it took me a while to get used to it, but I felt very comfortable. The location in the Black Forest is lovely, and it’s nice. The team at the property is wonderful, and the course really helped me find peace and relaxation. It also gave me new perspectives that I’d like to explore further.

An interesting experience

Soheila H.

July 2024

Travelling alone | 60–69 | 4–8 days

It was more of a silent retreat, with little yoga and a lot of meditation. The daily schedule was too strict for me, so I took some time out to go for a long walk. The people at the ashram were lovely. Silence brings a lot to the surface, but there is no support to help you deal with it. If this inner work causes you problems, you’re on your own. That really surprised me. Two people from our small group left, and nobody commented on it. When I wanted to leave, only the massage therapist showed me a way to understand this as part of the process and stay. Thank you! The surroundings are wonderful. But there’s no time to explore them.

A wonderful break

September 2023

Travelling alone | 40–49 | 4–8 days

I really enjoyed the week. You can unwind, reconnect with yourself and feel completely relaxed. I thought the activities were great—not too much or too little. The support was wonderful, and the people who work there are so lovely.

Location

Art of Living Zentrum Schwarzwald
Germany, Black Forest, Oppenau
Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport (FKB)
approx. 68 km / 58 min
Oppenau station
approx. 5 km / 9 min

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