Vinyasa & hiking

Altitude

Name: Altitude
Start: 2027-09-06T15:00:00+02:00
End: 2027-09-12T11:00:00+02:00
Location: Chalet above Grindelwald

Dates: 6–12 September 2027
Length: 6 nights
Where: Grindelwald, Bernese Oberland
Led by: Teacher C, Teacher A
Level: Beginner-friendly
Price: Fully bookedfrom CHF 2,540

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In early September the air in Grindelwald is clear and cool, the summer visitors have gone home and the paths fall quiet. Altitude pairs a strong morning practice with walks to the Grosse Scheidegg, the Bachalpsee and the Faulhorn. In the evenings, yin and restorative undo what the day has put into your legs.

Physically this is the most demanding of our retreats: on three days we walk four to six hours, with up to 900 metres of ascent. You need no yoga experience, but you do need sure footing and boots that are worn in. Wednesday is a rest day, and if you would rather skip a walk, stay at the chalet.

You need no experience. We show every posture and offer a gentler version of each.

Every session is optional. The programme is an invitation, not a timetable: if you would rather sleep, read or walk, do that, and owe no one an explanation.

Day by day

Subject to change

Monday 6 SeptemberArrival

15:00–17:00
Arrival and check-in
We collect you from Grindelwald station. Tea and cake in the garden, then time to unpack and settle in.
17:30–18:30
Arrival practice
Easy vinyasa and a look at the week’s walking map.
19:00
Welcome dinner
The first evening at one long table. Vegetarian, local, four courses.
21:00
Free timeEvening to yourself
Library, fireside room or an early night.

Tuesday 7 SeptemberGrosse Scheidegg

07:00–08:00
Morning practice: vinyasa
Strong, one hour, to wake up.
08:15
Breakfast
Porridge, bread from the village, alpine cheese, fresh fruit.
09:15–15:30
Walk to the Grosse Scheidegg
About five hours on mountain paths, lunch on the way, back by post bus.
15:30–17:15
Free timeFree time
Sauna, mountain lake or a nap before the evening.
17:30–18:45
Evening practice: yin
For calves, hips and back after the climb.
19:30
Dinner
Vegetarian, local, four courses.

Wednesday 8 SeptemberRest day

07:30–08:45
Morning practice: slow vinyasa
Unhurried, with long holds.
09:00
Breakfast
Porridge, bread from the village, alpine cheese, fresh fruit.
10:00–12:30
Free timeOpen morning
A day without walking: read, swim, sleep.
12:30
Lunch
Long and unhurried, on the terrace when the weather allows.
13:30–17:00
Free timeOpen afternoon
Walk, swim in the mountain lake, lie in the sauna, book a massage – or do nothing at all. None of it is compulsory.
17:30–18:45
Evening practice: restorative
Supported and still, with blankets and bolsters.
19:30
Dinner
Vegetarian, local, four courses.

Thursday 9 SeptemberBachalpsee

07:00–08:00
Morning practice: vinyasa
Strong, one hour.
08:15
Breakfast
Porridge, bread from the village, alpine cheese, fresh fruit.
09:30–16:30
Walk to the Bachalpsee and Faulhorn
Up to First by gondola, on foot to the Bachalpsee and, for those who like, on to the Faulhorn. About six hours of walking, picnic by the lake.
17:30–18:30
Evening practice: legs up
Restorative for tired legs.
19:30
Dinner
Vegetarian, local, four courses.

Friday 10 SeptemberForest

07:00–08:00
Morning practice: vinyasa
Balance and standing postures.
08:15
Breakfast
Porridge, bread from the village, alpine cheese, fresh fruit.
09:30–12:00
Short forest walk
Two and a half hours through the forest above the chalet, partly in silence.
12:30
Lunch
Long and unhurried, on the terrace when the weather allows.
13:30–17:00
Free timeOpen afternoon
Walk, swim in the mountain lake, lie in the sauna, book a massage – or do nothing at all. None of it is compulsory.
17:30–18:45
Evening practice: yin
Long holds on the floor.
19:30
Dinner
Vegetarian, local, four courses.

Saturday 11 SeptemberSunrise

05:45–08:00
Sunrise on the slope
A short climb in the dark by head torch, practice in the meadow as the sun reaches the Eiger.
08:30
Breakfast
Porridge, bread from the village, alpine cheese, fresh fruit.
12:30
Lunch
Long and unhurried, on the terrace when the weather allows.
13:30–17:00
Free timeOpen afternoon
Walk, swim in the mountain lake, lie in the sauna, book a massage – or do nothing at all. None of it is compulsory.
17:30–18:45
Last evening practice
Vinyasa and restorative, by candlelight.
19:30
Farewell dinner
The last dinner, with wine from the Valais for anyone who likes.

Sunday 12 SeptemberDeparture

07:30–08:30
Closing practice
A quiet hour to close the week.
09:00
Farewell brunch
No rush. If you have an early train, we pack you lunch.
11:00
Departure
Transfer to Grindelwald station for trains from 11:30.

What is included

Six nights in the chalet
Full board: breakfast, lunch and dinner, vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free on request
Two yoga sessions daily: vinyasa in the morning, yin or restorative in the evening
Four guided walks with two teachers, including mountain railways and post bus
Loan walking poles and head torches
Tea, coffee, water and fresh juices all day
Sauna, mountain lake and garden, any time
Mats, blocks, blankets and bolsters; you need not bring anything
Pick-up and drop-off at Grindelwald station

Not included

On top of the price; some can be booked on site.

Travel to GrindelwaldWe are happy to help with train connections
Walking boots and rain jacketPlease bring boots that are worn in
Massage, 60 minutesCHF 140In the chalet, bookable for the afternoons
Tourist taxSet by the municipality and settled on site
Travel and cancellation insurance

Rooms and prices

Prices per person for the whole week.

Shared twin room
Two single beds, view to the slope, bathroom on the landing. You share with another guest of the same gender; we pair guests in advance.
CHF 2,540per person
Sold out
No longer bookable
Double room for two
Double bed or two beds pushed together, private bathroom, valley view. For two people travelling together; the price is per person.
CHF 2,740per person
Sold out
No longer bookable
Single room
A small room of your own under the roof, with a private bathroom and a skylight towards the Eiger. Quiet, simple, just big enough.
CHF 3,150per person
Sold out
No longer bookable

Arrival and departure

Arrival: Monday 6 September, 15:00
Departure: Sunday 12 September, 11:00

Getting here

Chalet above Grindelwald, 3818 Grindelwald

Grindelwald station is a little over three hours from Zurich by train, via Bern and Interlaken Ost. We collect you there and take you back at the end of the week; you do not need a car.

Travel by train or car, and transfers

Good to know

You take part at your own risk. Please check that you are fit to do so and take out travel and cancellation insurance; it is not included in the price. Weather, mountain railway operations and a teacher's illness can change the programme. We tell you as early as we can and offer an equivalent alternative. You receive the booking terms with the confirmation of your enquiry.

Would you like to come?

This edition is fully booked. We write to you as soon as a place opens up.