march 15-18, 2026 | Saalerwirt Nature & Yoga hotel

SUMMIT & RESTORE: SKI & YOGA RETREAT

saalen, st. lorenzen – dolomites region, Italy

Adventure on the slopes. Renewal on the mat.

At this ski and yoga retreat in the Dolomites of Italy you’ll feel where mountain adventures meet restoration at the Saalerwirt Nature & Yoga Hotel. Ski, snowboard, snowshoe or sled, plus a free bus to nearby slopes in our backyard at the Kronzplatz Ski Area with it’s astounding 121 km of ski slopes – or venture further south to stunning Alta Badia & the infamous Sella Ronda. Relax in the spa, enjoy a massage or swim, recoup in the saunas. Various styles of yoga are offered twice daily to help you renew, with expansive free time to explore the mountains as you wish.

Who is this retreat for?

This Dolomites yoga retreat is for you if you love winter and want to play outside on the mountain AND if you hope to rest, restore, and warm up in the sauna to escape the cold! We will practice yoga to compliment active winter-sports, but they will feel good regardless if you skied, snowboarded, or hiked that day.

If you desire more freedom in your retreat-itinerary, this is also a good event for you. On day 2 and 3 you will have large chunks of free time to practice self-care – whatever that means for you! Explore the mountain, visit a nearby town, or rest in the spa area – the time is yours!

You don’t need yoga or ski/snowboard experience to join this retreat, though having some experience with group classes will help. I will not be “leading” any ski days but I’m happy to provide you with suggestions, ideas, and tips from the locals if you want to explore.

If you want to try some of my classes before you come, check out my YouTube page or join me for online classes!

Dolomites yoga retreat view from yoga room.

image credit: Saalerwirt nature & yoga hotel

image credit: Saalerwirt Nature & Yoga Hotel

About the Retreat

This 4-day ski and yoga retreat offers a unique blend of invigorating yoga practices, delicious Mediterranean meals with Tyrolean flair, mountain adventures and a relaxing spa experience. You’ll immerse yourself in a world of renewal by enjoying daily yoga practices to complement your day. I’ll guide you through a creative mindfulness project, journaling prompts & simple Ayurvedic massage techniques.

Yoga styles will range from powerful vinyasa flows to restorative yin yoga. Through these meaningful practices, free time to enjoy the surrounding area, and quality time away from the daily grind, you’ll leave feeling invigorated and reconnected.

This itinerary will give you an idea of how the retreat days will flow. However, it is subject to change and can be weather dependent.

All participants are expected to arrive at the retreat location for the Welcome Circle if possible

From 14:00: Check-in possible & the spa is open
16:30-18:30: Welcome Circle & Grounded in Gratitude Vinyasa Yoga
19:00-21:00: Dinner
21:15-22:00: Guided Yoga Nidra Meditation

An early start will give us plenty of time to enjoy the winter wonderland around us! During the daily activity time participants can opt to relax at the hotel instead.

07:45-09:00: Freedom Flow Power Vinyasa Yoga
09:00-10:00: Regional Breakfast Buffet
10:00-17:00: Self-Care & Free Time (spa, ski, hike, etc!)*
17:00-18:30: Gentle Slow Flow Vinyasa Yoga + Partner Thai Yoga Massage
19:00-: Dinner & Free Time

*All free time activities are merely suggestions and none are professionally guided. Activities are taken at your own risk.

Start early, get out early – for you mountain enthusiasts, today is for a full day of adventures!

07:00-07:30: Morning Full-Body Flow
07:30-10:00: Regional Breakfast Buffet Available
08:30-16:30: Self-Care & Free Time (spa, ski, hike, etc!)*
16:30-18:30: Mandala Creative Project & Vin-to-Yin Yoga
19:00-: Dinner and Free Time

*All free time activities are merely suggestions and none are professionally guided. Activities are taken at your own risk.

Enjoy a morning yoga flow followed by brunch, then our Closing Circle and goodbyes 🙁

07:45-09:00: Closing Circle & Energizing Vinyasa Yoga
09:00-10:00: Regional Breakfast Buffet
10:30: Check-Out and Goodbyes

About the Location

Rest your weary soul in the beautiful Saalerwirt hotel in Saalen, Italy. The eco-friendly hotel focuses on the regionality of their partners and consideration for resources and nature. The rooms reflect authenticity, distinctiveness and simplicity, and are made from indigenous materials. The restaurant emphasizes organic and regional ingredients with many coming from their very own farm.

Unique to This location:

2 custom built yoga room with props for all students
spa and wellness area & massages / spa services bookable
local city bus pass & free hotel ski shuttle included
121 km of slopes at the kronplatz resort, ski/transit to corvara

accommodation details

Snowy landscape view of the Saalerwirt Hotel.

image credit: saalerwirt nature & yoga hotel

What people are saying about my yoga retreats…

-Cali

The community on the retreat and the community of the huette. It made me feel so warm and cozy!! And hopeful. But it’s tough because I loved it all. Truly, everything came together to make it the best weekend.

-Kelsi

I had the most incredible experience at this yoga retreat! Erin was absolutely amazing — knowledgeable, supportive, and truly inspiring. I learned so much and left feeling stronger, calmer, and more connected in my practice. Everything about this retreat exceeded my expectations — I can’t recommend it highly enough!

-Jillian

Discover the Dolomites

This ski and yoga retreat is designed to provide you with ample free time so you can explore the local area, ski or snowboard, snowshoe, sled, hike, tour, etc! Here are some fun activities in the region that are highly recommended (aside from enjoying the spa area at Saalerwirt, of course).

You might want to check these out…

Kronplatz (plan de corones in italian) ski area – 121 km of downhill slopes
The lumen photography museum
Explore the trails by Saalerwirt – maps at the hotel
take the skibus/drive to corvara for stellar views & the sella ronda
Hike to view the historic san michele castle

experience the area

Two skiers sit on a bench in the Kronplatz ski area

image credit: saalerwirt nature & yoga hotel

Where you’ll sleep

The inn, hotel, farmhouse and chapel are nestled close together in quiet seclusion. At 978 meters altitude, on a quiet meadow hilltop, its rich history dates back to the 13th century. The Classic Room exudes the flair of the historic main building, as it was then with cozy sloping ceilings. The Country House Rooms are traditionally furnished with stylized floral patterns and handcrafted furniture, wooden floors. The country house rooms have a terrace or balcony.

rooming options at saalerwirt

single, double, and triple occupancy options
share a bed or have it all to yourself
save money & opt to room with a friend or participant
en-suite bathrooms in each room

This image shows a the king-sized bed in the country house room at the Saalerwirt hotel.

image credit: saalerwirt nature & yoga hotel

image credit: saalerwirt nature & yoga hotel

This Retreat Boasts:

9+ hours of Yoga Classes: 2x daily
dynamic vinyasa, restorative yin, partner thai yoga massage
Pranayama and Yoga Nidra
mindfulness creative activity
Personalized retreat journal
ample free time & suggested daily activities
Luxurious spa & wellness area
city bus pass & free hotel ski shuttle to kronplatz
sustainable Accommodations
single, double, and triple occupancy options
3x organic breakfast buffets
3x gourmet four-course dinners (vegetarian/vegan-please request)
tea bar at the yoga room
Assistance organizing carpooling

Prices do not include the following:

Travel costs to/from the retreat
lunches or drinks at the hotel (aside from coffee/tea at breakfast)
costs for free-time activities

Retreat Price: Paid directly to The Third Place

Early Bird Price – €449 (book by November 17)
Regular Price – €469
Bring-a-Buddy discount – Come with a friend & you both save €25

Accommodations and Meals Price: Separate & paid directly to Saalerwirt Hotel, inclusive of room, breakfast, dinner, spa access & spa bag

Classic Double Room: €125 per night per person
Country House Double Room – €135 per night per person
Double room single use charge – €40 per night

see Detailed Pricing

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Additional Information + FAQs

The Retreat Price is paid directly to The Third Place. The accommodation/meal price is paid directly to the Saalerwirt Hotel. The accommodation prices include 3 nights, 3x breakfast buffet, 3x dinners, tea at yoga, bus/ski shuttle pass, and access to to the spa/spa bag.

Early Bird Price – €449 (book by November 17)
Regular Price – €469
Bring-a-Buddy Discount – You both save €25

A non-refundable retreat deposit to hold your spot is due upon registration within five business days: 100 Euros
The full retreat sum is due 59 days prior to the retreat.
To read the full cancellation policy and other T&Cs, click here.

Payment plans are available; please just request this in your registration form.

There are two types of rooms bookable at the Saalerwirt. The Classic Double Room and the Country House Room. The Classic Double Room has a euro-queen size bed and is not separable. The Country House Room has a separable king size bed that can become two twins. A third day-bed can also be made-up with linens so the room becomes a triple room. Here are the room rates:

Classic Double Room: €125 per night per person
Country House Double Room – €135 per night per person
- Third bed can be made-up and available: Third person room rate: €110 per night per person
Double room single use charge – €40 per night

What if you’re not coming with a friend/partner but you’d rather share a room so you pay a more affordable rate? Simply select the box on the registration form that says, “Select this box if you registered alone for the retreat, but would prefer to share a room / bed with another participant.” In this case I’ll try my best to partner you up with another participant that has selected the same option (dependent on the sign-ups; cannot be guaranteed).

Please note: There are only THREE Country House Rooms with separable beds available. As of Nov 6, 2025, two of them are already booked.

Bring a buddy and you both save 25 Euros! Just state each other’s name in your registration form.

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 part of your deposit to a future retreat*.

Payment method: Bank transfer with IBAN is the preferred method. Card payments are available upon request. Cash is possible if you’re local to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

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

I hope you don’t, but if you must… Please read more about cancellations in the Terms and Conditions.

This retreat requires a minimum of 6 students and has a maximum 16 participants.
As of Dec 12, 2025, there are 11 people registered.

Included in the accommodation / meals price is 3x breakfast buffets, 3x multi-course gourmet dinners and tea at the yoga room. All other food & all drinks (except for coffee/tea at breakfast) is at the expense of the participant.

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If you have someone close to you that wants to come enjoy the area and free time with you, please be considerate of the itinerary and the other participant’s privacy. Please notify me of your request in advance to see if it will be a good fit. If there are extra spaces available at the Saalerwirt Hotel then this could be possibility. This will be addressed on a case by case basis.

No! However, all the activities are highly encouraged to help you get to know the group and enjoy the retreat experience!
It is required that you be present for the Welcome Circle.