may 28-31, 2026 | Starkenfeld hütte

Move, Groove and Flow: Alpine Yoga Retreat

rodeneck plateau, dolomites region, italy

Fitness, wellness, and spring alpine air.

An elevated mountain hut experience awaits you at the Starkenfeld Hütte. At this yoga and hiking retreat in the Dolomites you’ll experience the mountains in a unique way. With its panoramic yoga room, outdoor hot tub, sauna and infrared cabin, and sunny alpine-plateau activities like hiking & biking, this yoga retreat will provide you a refuge in nature for the weekend. Yoga, fitness, and other fun movement modalities are offered twice daily with plenty of freedom in the schedule to create your own adventure. We can tour the Almkäserei & you can even bring your dog!

image credit: Erin Wilson

Who is this retreat for?

Are you someone who is drawn to movement, the mountains, and where these two intertwine? This is for you! Move, Groove and Flow – We will be practicing different and unique styles of yoga, fitness, dance-inspired movement, restoration, and more. Get to know me and try some of my classes online-live or on YouTube beforehand, too!

This yoga retreat in the Dolomites is great if you desire more freedom in your retreat-itinerary, too! On day 2 and 3 you will have large chunks of free time to practice self-care – whatever that means for you! Hike, bike, or enjoy the spa, for instance. The time is yours.

To sum it up, you don’t need yoga or fitness-class experience to join this retreat. Experience helps, but each class can be tailored to the participants. I will encourage you to listen to your body and to do what feels right for you, for example.

Our Home for the Retreat

The Starkenfeld Hütte (also called Starkenfeld Alm, Rifugio Starkenfeld, and Riugio Campoforte) is an alpine mountain hut sitting at 1,936hm (6,351 ft) located on the Rodeneck Plateau in South Tirol, Italy. It’s location is within the Dolomites, a range of mountains declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009. Evenings in summer are brisk, however the days are perfect for soaking in the high altitude sunshine.

Unique to This location:

Accessible by foot, car, or van-transfer
Stunning panoramic yoga room
wellness area available: sauna, infra-red cabin & hot tub
dogs are permitted at this hut

More About the Hut

A panoramic view of the Starkenfeld Alm with the valley and Dolomites in the background.

image credit: Starkenfeld

Erin does half-moon pose in the panoramic yoga room at the Starkenfeld Alm.

image credit: Erin Wilson

Retreat Schedule

This itinerary will give you an idea of how the retreat days will flow. However, it is subject to change. Hiking up with the group is not required, only suggested! However, you must be present for the Welcome Circle.

08:15 Meet to Carpool (if in Garmisch)
11:00-13:00 Hike Up* (optional – can drive/transfer luggage – scroll down for FAQs about the hike)
13:00-16:15 Lunch, checking-in, free-time
16:15-18:15 Welcome Circle + Freedom Flow Yoga
18:30-20:00 Dinner
20:30-21:30 Restorative Yin Yoga & Pranayama

*Hikes are not professionally guided and they are taken at your own risk.

08:00-9:00 Circuit Training + Stretch
09:00-10:00 Breakfast
10:30-15:00 Group hike* plus lunch out
15:00-18:30 Self-Care Time
18:30-20:15 Dinner
20:30-21:45 Partner Thai Yoga Massage

*Hikes are not professionally guided and they are taken at your own risk.

08:00-09:00 Yoga-Dance – Don’t worry if you’re not a “dancer”!
09:00-10:00 Breakfast
10:00-15:00 Self-Care Time, Lunch on your own
15:15-16:30 Chair Yoga + Inversion Workshop
16:30-17:30 Self-Care Time
18:30 Dinner then Self-Care Time

*Hikes are not professionally guided and they are taken at your own risk.

08:00-09:00 Breakfast
09:00-09:30 Pack bags / Leave rooms
09:30-11:30 Closing Circle: Mandala Yoga Flow & Quiet Creativity
11:30-13:00 Optional final lunch + hike down*
14:30 Goodbyes and departure

*Hikes are not professionally guided and they are taken at your own risk.

Where You’ll Sleep

Our accommodations takes “mountain hut lodging” to new levels. Following a fire in 2016, the hut was fully renovated with a touch of luxury in mind. To see photos & more info scroll through the carousel to the right – or visit this page.

room options at the Starkenfeld hütte

single, double and 3/4/multi-person options
all rooms have en-suite bathrooms
The suite includes a bathtub with mountain view
the cabin room offers a budget-friendly option

bed & full pricing details

Panorama Double
Panorama Double
Panorama Double
Cabin Room
Panorama Suite
Panorama Suite
Panorama Suite

image credit: Starkenfeld

This Retreat Boasts:

9.5 hours of yoga and workshops
Varying styles of movement – not just yoga
access to over 50km of hiking and mountain biking trails
Access to wellness area: sauna, infra-red cabin & hot tub
Plenty of free time to relax in your own way
personalized retreat journal
Welcome goodie bag
Van transfer for people/luggage to hut
Daily three-course dinners
Daily breakfast buffet
Affordable & elevated lodging
Assistance organizing carpooling & group info call
The possibility to bring your dog!

This event does NOT include:

Your travel from/to home country
Extra van transfers to/from to the Zumis parking lot
Lunch or Drinks at lunch and dinner

Retreat Price: €499 (early bird until Jan 12, ’26: €479)

Accommodations and meals from €79/night

see Detailed Pricing

Words from retreat participants like you…

“Erin is truly the best. She brings so much warmth, care, and attention to her classes. She is inclusive of all skill levels, and offers guidance and encouragement. Her retreat was incredible – it was so well designed and her expertise was invaluable. She creates spaces that cultivate community. The retreat was incredibly nourishing, and her yoga teaching style really gets you connected with your breath and body. The retreat was unforgettable.”

-Kelsi

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Additional Information + FAQs

This retreat pricing is as follows:

The retreat cost (not inclusive of room+meals) per person is €499. Save €25 by signing up with a friend (Bring-A-Buddy discount).
Get Early Bird Pricing, €479, by booking before January 12, 2026!
To reserve your spot, pay a non-refundable deposit of €100; this goes toward your retreat cost total. The remaining payments are due 59 days prior to the retreat – you’ll receive a second invoice for this.
Participants are responsible for paying the hut upon arrival for their room+meals. Pricing structure and examples below.

Total event price examples: Payment plans are available.

€691 (early-bird retreat price (479) + Cabin Room three nights (79×3=237) + Bring-a-Buddy discount (-25)
€914 (early-bird retreat price (479) + Panorama Room without a roommate three nights (145×3=435), no bring-a-buddy discount
€1,009 (regular retreat price (499) + Panorama Suite without a roommate three nights (170×3=510), no bring-a-buddy discount

Accommodations & Meals pricing is separate & paid directly to the Starkenfeld Huette upon departure, inclusive of room, breakfasts, dinners, spa access & spa robe. Not included: Lunches and all drinks at lunch or dinner.

Cabin Room: €79 per night per person

(max 6 people. It IS possible that people NOT from the retreat are sharing the room with you, but the staff will avoid this if possible).

En-suite bathroom, shared, not in room
2 bunk beds & 2 single beds

Panorama Double Room – €115 per night per person – with a roommate – (max 3 people – third person on day-bed*: €89 per night. Two people can sleep separately, one on the queen bed & one on the day-bed, but the price of €115 remains, unfortunately)
Panorama Double Room single-use surcharge – €30 per night

25 square meters
160×200 bed, bathroom with shower in-room
160×200 bed and single day-bed (1 person can fit)

Panorama Suites: €139 per night per person -with a roommate- (max 4 people – third & fourth person on sofa-bed*: €109 per night. Two people can sleep separately, one on the queen bed & one on the sofa-bed, but the price of €139 remains).
Panorama Suite single-use surcharge – €31 per night

34 square meters
160×200 bed, en-suite bathroom with tub
160×200 bed and sofa-bed (1 or 2 people can fit)

Coming on the retreat with a friend?! You’re both entitled to a discount of €25!

Reserving your spot on the retreat is as simple as filling out this inquiry form!

A Non-refundable deposit is required to hold your spot: 100 euros. In the event of a cancellation you can move your deposit to a future retreat with a small re-booking fee*.

Payment method: Bank transfer with IBAN is the preferred method. Card payments are available when necessary. You can state if you need a card-payment link in your registration form.

The full retreat payment amount is due 59 days prior to the retreat. More information and *terms and conditions can be found here.

I will organize I group information call where we will chat and talk about travel plans about two months prior to the retreat. You will also be added to a retreat group chat, if you desire, one month prior to the retreat.

If you have travel-specific questions you need help with further out (especially if you are flying) please let me know!

ACCESSING THE HUT ITSELF:

Hiking: The hike from the Zumis Parking Lot (paid, not free) in Rodeneck, Italy is 5.6 km, 1.5-2 hours walking, and climbs 251 high meters; in Alpine terms this hike is easy-moderate. I will be leading a group hike from the Zumis parking lot on Day 1 starting at 11:00.
Driving: You are permitted to take your car to the hut as well. The road is not super steep and you do not need 4 wheel drive, but some height clearance is suggested as there can be roots and holes in the road. It was well maintained when I visited in fall of 2025. On the Starkenfeld website they make a note of only being allowed to do this before 10:00 and after 16:30, however this is not true in the low season which is when we are visiting!
Van Transfer: The hut provides a van transfer for guests to arrive to the hut and to leave on the day of departure.

A note for hiking: We can give our luggage to the van for transfer at 11:00 and then hike up with just a small day-bag. I personally will be doing this option!

GETTING TO RODENECK, ITALY:

Carpool from Garmisch, Germany: I will be coordinating with the group a few weeks beforehand to help arrange carpooling.
Use Public Transit: Visit theStarkenfeld website for more info.
- You can check the Südtirolbus and the FlixBus for nearby connections.
Drive yourself

Cancellation policy for weekend retreats (2+ days)

Up to 60 days prior: Free, less the deposit.
Between 59-31 days prior: 50% of the retreat cost is refunded, less the deposit.
Within 30 days of the retreat: No refund given*
Early departure from the retreat: No refund given*
*If you can find someone to replace you at the event, or there is someone on the wait-list, you will receive a full refund less the deposit.

Please read more about cancellations in the Terms and Conditions.

The minimum group number is 6 and the maximum is 12 participants.

The Starkenfeld Hütte boasts classic Tirolean dishes with a modern flair and the food with comfort you after a day of yoga, hiking, or biking! The following meals are included in your retreat price:

Breakfast buffet of regional options including barista coffees, eggs, cold cuts, spreads, breads and pastries, fruits, yogurt, and more
Dinner: Three course menu – starter salad, main course, and dessert.

Vegetarian and vegan options available, but the hut must be notified in advance. Include this in your registration info.

Any hikes “guided” by me are not professionally guided, as I am not a certified mountain guide. I have performed research and will have offline maps available for us to use, but all hiking is done at your own risk.

The hike up to the hut is discussed in the FAQ titled How do I access the hut/retreat location?

On Day 2 you’ll have the opportunity to take a hike with the group. Plan for about 2.5 hours of total hiking and climbing around 250 high meters, 7-8 km, and we’ll spot for some lunch along the way.

Packing list: Layerable clothing is key! Sunscreen/sunglasses, warm hat and a sun hat (it will get cold at night), hiking shoes that you’ve already broken in, rain coat, sports clothing, lounge-wear, hiking poles if desired, toiletries, earplugs (just in case), bug repellent, a few hiking snacks if desired, ability to carry ~1-2 liters of water, cash/card to pay for your room and to purchase drinks, passport, & your yoga mat!

I will carry a basic first aid kit with me, but please don’t forget your medications or specific items you prefer to carry.

Please inquire about your personal situation and questions to erin@thethirdplaceyoga.com.

Yes!

Pricing to Bring a Furry-Friend

The hut charges €25 per day for your four-legged family member, without board. Please bring your pet’s basket or blanket with you.
Dogs are not allowed in the yoga room. Your furry friend will need to stay in your room during this time.
I hope it goes without saying that your dog should be well-socialized & comfortable around people and other dogs.

No, only the welcome circle is mandatory. If you have the desire to do your own thing or hike extra long one day, go for it. However, all the activities are highly encouraged to help you get to know the group, expand your knowledge and skill set, and enjoy the retreat experience!