Retreats

Quinta do Pinheiro offers a diverse range of retreats and workshops tailored to enrich your body, mind and soul.

Whether you seek physical rejuvenation, creative expression or intellectual stimulation, our retreats offer something for everyone. Guided by experienced instructors in a serene and nurturing environment.

Learn Portuguese in Portugal – in collaboration
with Regina Coeli

october 13th – october 19th 2024

Unlike traditional language learning, Regina Coeli offers rapid progress with native-speaking instructors. Rooted in the effective approach
of the founding sisters, the personalized program and the serene environment of the quinta ensure a pleasant learning experience.

Pilates & Posture
with Devon Ress

october 22ND – october 26TH 2024

In this Pilates retreat participants work on a strong and balanced body, instructed by the experienced teacher Devon Ress. Devon combines Pilates with myofascial release and functional training. Take part in personalized sessions designed to meet your specific needs.

Watercolor painting
with Siegfried Woldhek
& Yin Yoga with Katja Pronk

MarcH 21ST – MARCH 26th 2025

Learn watercolor painting in the breathtaking surroundings of Quinta do Pinheiro. Additionally, experienced yoga instructor Katja Pronk will lead daily yin yoga classes, designed not only to awaken your energy but also to ignite inspiration and relax your mind.

The story of your life
biographical writing
with Judith Koelemeijer

(language: Dutch)

march 29th – APRIL 4th 2025

In this writing retreat the renowned Dutch author Judith Koelemeijer teaches literary techniques to (aspiring) non-fiction writers. In the serene setting of the quinta, participants can focus on writing assignments and let their imagination flourish.

Everyday existentialism: think, write and read with philosopher Jannah Loontjens

APRIL 18^TH – APRIL 24^th 2025

In this course, you will be introduced to existentialism, a philosophical movement that begins with everyday existence: Are we living the life we want to lead? Why do we make the choices we make? To what extent are we free in making these choices? The philosophers Simone de Beauvoir, Albert Camus and Jean-Paul Sartre, will be discussed in detail.

Sculpting portraits
with the Dutch artist
Jurriaan van Hall

april 27 – mai 3 2025

In this workshop, you will learn to sculpt a lively, lifelike portrait under the guidance of Jurriaan van Hall. Van Hall is not only a renowned artist but also a passionate instructor. His motto: “To live a creative life we must lose our fear of being wrong.” The serene setting of the quinta is the perfect environment to capture a soul in clay. Suitable for beginners and advanced participants.