Gaia Retreat House
Gaia warmly embraces a diverse array of group activities including wellness, yoga, meditation, martial arts, inner work, spirituality, dance, personal growth, studies, corporate team retreats, as well as family gatherings and special events.
Gaia is an international retreat house, set amongst gentle hills and quiet woodlands of the Meissner Geo-Naturpark Frau-Holle-Land, in the heart of Germany, 20 minutes drive from Kassel.
The house offers a homey and intimate space for individuals and groups to retreat from their hectic lives into a supportive environment of wellness, self-discovery, movement, and creativity.
We conduct Yoga and Meditation retreats instructed in English, providing an ideal space for training, courses, and workshops. Our facilities include guest rooms, a fully-equipped hall, a sauna, a kitchen, and a beautiful natural environment. Perfect as a seminar house and for group accommodation.
- CENTRAL LOCATION
- HOMEY FEELING
- SECLUDED SPACE
- SURROUNDED BY NATURE
- FULLY EQUIPPED
- NATURE VIEW STUDIO
For prices please contact us.
Kitchen
Gaia's food experience...
The food in Gaia is an exceptional experience and a real celebration. It combines Mediterranean flavors with healthy nutrition and passionate cooking, made with lots of love and attention. Gluten-free, Lactose-free & other food sensitivities are welcome in Gaia and get suitable attention.
Our kitchen can provide Vegan or Vegetarian meals.
Leisure Activities
The House is located in the vicinity of a natural forest which resides in the “Werra Meissner nature reserve". The "Werra Meissner nature reserve" flows with forests, rivers, mountains, lakes, and small villages and is well known for its hiking, cycling, and canoe activities.
The cities of Hessisch Lichtenau (gateway to the Frau-Holle-Land), Eshwege, Witzenhousen & Kassel (Documenta) are all located nearby and are within a 30-minute drive. The old city of Göttingen (University town) is a one-hour drive from Gaia Retreat.
The mixed landscapes in this beautiful area create an opportunity to enrich and perfectly enjoy your stay in the Gaia Retreat while attending to one of our Yoga & Wellness Retreats.
Services
Fully Equipped Seminar room
Bedding + 2 towels per person
Tea & refreshments all-day
Free Parking
Free wifi
our rooms exude a sense of homeliness, comfort, and intimacy. Each room has been meticulously renovated and redecorated, offering its own unique ambiance. The inviting atmosphere at Gaia often prompts many of our guests to re-book the same room they stayed in during their previous visit.
Gaia also offers common areas for gatherings and relaxation. These include a welcoming living room with a fireplace, a TV lounge, a sauna area, and a personal sessions clinic. All of these amenities are available for the benefit of seminar leaders and guests alike.
Fully Equipped
75 sqm Garden-View Seminar Room
- Sound system "Bose" - LAN connection
- 1 Flipboard
- 1 Piano + Chair
- 16 Yoga mats
- 10 Yoga belts
- 18 Yoga cubes
- 12 Exercise mats
- 28 seminar chairs
- 20 warm blankets
- 16 meditation pillows.
- 2 Gongs
- 4 Floor chairs
- 2 Sitter sofa
- Candle holders
- Extension cord
- CD player
Our seminar activities take place in the stunning 75 sqm Garden View Studio, situated on the ground floor at the rear of the house, overlooking the forest. Featuring large windows, the room is flooded with natural light during the day, creating an uplifting atmosphere.
If you require any additional equipment not listed, please don't hesitate to inform us, and we'll make every effort to accommodate your needs.
You will be here
By Train
- ICE >> Direction: Kassel Hbf
- (Then take the Bus 200 outside of the station)
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- BUS 200 >> Direction: Stadtbahnhof, Eschwege
- (Get off at Küchen station, then walk 10 minutes or call us)
By ar From Frankfurt
- Take A5 Direction Hannover (128 km)
- Merge to A7 Direction Kassel (38 km)
- Exit at Kassel Ost Eisenach/Eschwege (exit 78)
- Turn left to B7 (17.5 km)
- Turn left to A44 (5 km)
- Exit at Hessisch Lichtenau / Walburg
- Turn left to B7 (2.6 km)
- Exit right to Hausen/Küchen L3249
- and Keep straight for about (600 m)
- Turn right to AM Jägerhof
Surroundings
The Gaia Retreat House is an international wellness center, located in the vicinity of a natural forest, which resides in the “Werra Meissner Nature Reserve". This area is surrounded by lush forests, flowing rivers, mountains, lakes, and small villages. It is well known for its hiking, cycling, and canoeing activities. From the house parking, you can take walks in the surrounding forests.