High Alpine Yoga & Hiking Retreat in the Swiss Engadin

Imagine a week where every day you start with a 9 am yoga flow in a bright indoor studio, then by 11:30 am you’re on a bus or train heading up into the mountains. Lunch is always at a spectacular spot—on the Piz Nair at over 3,000 meters with a 360-degree view, or at the Casa Alpina Belvedere overlooking the Val Poschiavo. The hikes are chosen for their panoramic views and range from 2.5 to 3.5 hours, so you get a solid workout without being exhausted. There’s also a 45-minute outdoor yoga session each day, often at a mountain lake or in a moor landscape, which is a completely different experience from practicing indoors.

The retreat is based at the Boutique Hotel Allegra in Pontresina, a modern hotel with a pool, spa, sauna, and free wifi. After a day on the trails, you can relax in the Bellavita Pool & SPA, or just sit outside and watch the sunset over the peaks. Dinners are mostly on your own (except the welcome and farewell dinners), which gives you freedom to explore Pontresina’s restaurants or simply rest. The hotel is in a central location, so everything is within walking distance.

What sets this retreat apart is Ulrica herself. She grew up in this valley and speaks Romansch, a language spoken by only 30,000 people. She knows every trail, every viewpoint, and every hidden gem. Her teaching style is rooted in Anusara yoga, which emphasizes precise alignment and the connection between body, breath, and heart. She also incorporates therapeutic approaches from her TCM training, making the classes suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners.

The location is another standout. Pontresina sits at 1,805 meters above sea level, in the Upper Engadin, an area known for 300 days of sunshine a year and a dry, pleasant climate even in summer. The mountains rise to over 4,000 meters, and the air is pure and fresh. This is a less touristy alternative to nearby St. Moritz, offering a more authentic Swiss alpine experience. Whether you're swimming in a bog lake, watching chamois on the trail, or simply staring at the stars at night, the natural beauty is constant.

What's included

- 5 nights accommodation in boutique hotel - Daily breakfast buffet - Daily lunches at mountain restaurants - Welcome and farewell dinners - Daily yoga classes (indoor and outdoor) - Guided nature hikes with a local guide - Transportation during retreat (cable cars, funiculars, trains, buses) - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Free wifi connection - Transfer from Pontresina railway station

What's not included

- Flights and airport transfers - Travel insurance - Dinners on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday - Additional treatments (optional, 150 CHF) - Visa fees