Experience an unforgettable yoga retreat in southern Spain

The climate in southern Spain is a bombastic advantage. With mild temperatures all year round, you can enjoy your yoga practice relatively safely in bright sunshine. With 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, the climate here is similar to that of California. The spring and fall months are particularly pleasant and offer ideal conditions for activities such as hiking, horseback riding, walking or surfing. You can enjoy the sun and fresh air all day long if you feel like it.

Tip for anyone who would like to try surfing: A taster surfing course is included in our yoga retreats. If you already know how to surf, one of our surf & yoga retreats might be something for you.

About sun and light. There's plenty of both here. Our A-Frame Surfcamp & Yoga Retreat is located on the Costa de la Luz, which translates as "Coast of Light". It is not without reason that this beautiful stretch of coast bears this name. We enjoy over 3,000 hours of sunshine here every year. The light here is almost magical. As soon as the sun rises in the morning, it bathes the landscape in a soft golden veil. At midday, the sun makes the sea glisten blue. When it disappears into the ocean in the evening, it enchants El Palmar with a spectacular play of colors. This magical light has a great influence on our bodies. It makes us happy and invigorates us.

The influence of light on our body

The influence of daylight on our body has even been scientifically proven. When the sun shines, we are flooded with the happiness hormone serotonin. Its production is stimulated through the eyes and skin. The important helper of serotonin is vitamin D, which is so important for our health because it strengthens our bones and has a positive effect on our muscle strength. Daylight also helps to break down the sleep hormone melatonin. The body actually produces this in the evening to make us tired. In the morning, it is then broken down again and serotonin is built up. Together with serotonin, this creates a healthy sleep-wake rhythm. The breakdown of melatonin in the morning is important in order to feel fit and awake. Without daylight, the body doesn't understand that it is daytime and we don't wake up properly. A yoga retreat in southern Spain is therefore the perfect helper in winter to do something good for your body. Treat yourself to a light cure in the gloomy northern European winter.

In El Palmar, the sea is omnipresent. Here, the day is dictated by the wind, waves and tides. The connection to nature and the ocean is powerful. The sound of the sea relaxes the brain and has a calming effect on us humans. Our yoga retreats include a surf taster course so that you can not only connect with the sea and the element of water spiritually, but also actually. During a walk on the beach, we develop mindfulness and gratitude for everything around us - a wonderful exercise that we take with us into everyday life.

Southern Spain is not only known for its natural beauty, but also for its rich cultural heritage. The region is full of historical and cultural sites that enrich the spiritual and creative environment for yoga retreats. The cities of Andalusia, such as Seville, Granada and Córdoba, offer impressive architectural masterpieces, such as the Alhambra or the Cathedral of Seville, which reflect the history and diverse influences of the region. The area surrounding our camp is rich in sights. Here you can stroll through the typical Andalusian white villages, eat tapas and discover the Moorish past. Larger cities such as Seville and Cádiz are also not far away. If you are looking for peace and quiet, you will find it on the beach or on a hike in the rolling hills of the hinterland or on the coast.

The culinary highlights of Andalusia are another reason why yoga retreats are particularly attractive here. The Mediterranean cuisine is known for its fresh ingredients, including vegetables, olive oil and freshly caught fish.

A retreat in southern Spain gives you the opportunity to enjoy healthy, nutritious meals that support your yoga practice and help you to feel good all round. The combination of yoga and exploring the culinary delights of Andalusia creates a holistic experience that nourishes both body and mind.

At the yoga retreats in our camp, we make sure that our food makes you happy. Our chefs place great importance on fresh ingredients and refined dishes. This includes a gigantic breakfast buffet with muesli, chia pudding, bread and much more, as well as a nutritious bowl for lunch and a delicious 3-course dinner with a sea view.