Pause. 

Feel.

Be.

Your silent retreat in Maio and Boa Vista

Without Scheduling and  group dynamics

 Silence is both origin and beginning. In silence and from silence, the new is born. That is why I would like to invite you to give yourself space for what is. In silence, life reveals itself as it truly is and enables deep insights, well-being, and inner freedom.

Concept

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Longing for balance

Our modern life is characterized by an abundance of information, responsibilities, density, and speed. Compared to the lungs that fill and empty, we are constantly inhaling without taking the time to fully exhale. Without this empty space, life feels like a state of constant tension – even on vacation.

Yet body, mind, and soul deeply long for balance, relaxation, and simply being – for compensation, for a pendulum swing in the opposite direction, for leisure to pause, perceive, and restore strength.

Reconnecting with nature

In this retreat, I offer you a protected, individual space in silence – without schedules, programs, methods of consciousness work, or group dynamics.

The space belongs to you alone. You are with yourself, in your own company, embedded in touching and moving nature. You live from moment to moment and shape your day according to your own needs.

Self-expression through writing, painting, or dancing is possible and also meaningful if you feel drawn to it.

Musik und Noten

What a silence retreat can bring about?

You calm down, become inwardly quiet, are allowed to simply “be” and do not have to perform

You give yourself space to receive inspiration for small or larger projects

You connect more deeply with yourself and others, becoming more honest and authentic

You refine your perception and thus enhance the quality of your life
You hear the gentle voice of intuition that supports you in your self-development
You (re)discover your inner fire and open yourself to missions and visions
You become aware of all your feelings and the uninterrupted stream of thoughts

You live more in (self-)trust and follow the path meant for you

Program

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The essence

In this retreat, you are the program yourself. You design your own daily schedule – apart from meal times. You remain silent. You feel. You live from moment to moment and do whatever comes to mind. You are free. That is the essence.

You are with yourself, in silence. You observe. No prior experience, religious worldviews, or theoretical concepts are required – only the courage to encounter yourself and the willingness to allow what is.

The structure

Day 1: arrival, individual conversation, optionally including an introduction to various meditation forms, house rules, shared dinner

Days 2–4: silence, relaxed walks, gentle body exercises, creative self-expression as a valve for regulating inner processes, maximum 2 hours per day

Day 5: shared breakfast, individual conversation

Musik und Noten

Permitted

Media for creative self-expression: journal, painting materials, music (independent of mobile phone)

Gentle movement forms such as Yoga, Pilates, Qi Gong, etc.

Medication that you are required to take on medical advice

Not permitted

Mind-altering substances (alcohol, cannabis, etc.)

Strenuous sports activities

Communication and mobile phone use

LocationS & Prices

Maio – Villa Maris

In this idyllic, secluded location by the kilometers-long beach of Morro lies the holiday complex “Villa Maris.” The place is ideal for being in contact with yourself in a low-stimulus environment. It is only 2 minutes from the deserted beach, where you can find the leisure to observe the coming and going of the waves, feel the fine sand beneath your feet, and let the endless vastness of the sea affect you.

Dates in 2026: April 13 -17 and November 9 – 13

Boa Vista – Spinguera Ecolodge

At a beautiful secluded retreat in the north of the desert island of Boa Vista lies the Spinguera Ecolodge – the result of several years of restoration work in an old village abandoned between the 1970s and 1980s. The Spinguera Ecolodge is stylishly equipped and lovingly furnished, inviting you to immerse yourself in the moment amid untouched nature and to experience simplicity as a source of inner peace.

Dates in 2026: April 20 – 24 and November 16 – 20

The 5-day retreat costs 1,500€ per person included:

4 nights including full board, dinner is included on the arrival day and breakfast on the departure day

Two individual sessions of 60 minutes each on the arrival and departure days

Vegetarian or vegan diet is available; please inform us of intolerances and allergies

The retreat takes place with a minimum of 2 registered participants. The registration deadline is 60 days before the start. In the event of cancellation 30 days before the start, the invoiced amount will be refunded within 30 days

Get in Touch!

About Me

My Journey

Born in the spring of 1969, I have always been a child of new beginnings, warmth, and colors. I love summer fruits and everything I associate with “summer”: being outdoors, vibrant colors, swimming in the lake, dresses and sandals. When I spent my first vacation by the sea at the age of five, I already knew that “when I grow up,” I would live by the sea. Before that, however, life had other stages planned for me.

My rich range of experience as a naturopathic practitioner for psychotherapy – with further training in dance therapy, couples therapy, self-exploration through yoga, Reiki, Tantra, Zen body therapy, The Work of Byron Katie, Vipassana retreat – as well as accompanying my two now-adult children, integrating crises, accidents, and illnesses, and my love of music and dancing have allowed me to mature into the woman I am today.

Living my vacations

At the age of 50, I fulfilled my childhood dream and have lived by the sea ever since. As a Gemini, two hearts beat in my chest: with Mindelo Cultural I share my love for Cape Verdean culture with guests from all over the world.

With Retreat Cabo Verde, I offer a space of silence because the world needs more silence, conscious awareness, and peace.

From experience, I know how healing solitude and silence are for gathering strength and courage to live a meaningful, fulfilling life embedded in a supportive environment. I look forward to accompanying you on your personal journey and thank you for your trust.

FAQ

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Why are no therapeutic methods like Yoga, breathwork, family constellation etc offered?
Techniques and methods are helpful but not necessarily required to come into sensing. Being still, pausing, and perceiving are sufficient to find support within yourself. In my experience, silence is the best physician and advisor. It is available to you anytime and anywhere – and it costs nothing. By integrating silence into your daily life, you support your spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical health.
Why doesn’t the retreat take place in a group with exchange among participants?
Because it is about your individual inner process, and a group structure always tends to distract – for example, by confronting you with others’ thoughts and feelings, possibly leading you to compare yourself or seek similarities, approval, or separation. To exclude group dynamics, the retreat is held as an individual retreat. On the arrival and departure days, you may exchange with other participants if you wish—but you do not have to.
Can I stay fewer or more than 5 days in the retreat?
Fewer than 5 days are not advisable because it takes time to settle in. More than 5 days I recommend only to those who have already participated in a silent retreat and can hold themselves. An extension of up to 5 additional days is only possible on the island of Boa Vista.
Can I book a retreat at short notice?
The registration deadline is 60 days before the respective date. For last-minute registrations, I am happy to check with the accommodation to see if a room is still available. If so, short-notice participation is possible.
May I at least check my messages on my phone once a day?
No. During the silence retreat, there is no communication. The focus remains exclusively on you.
May my partner or friend stay with me in a double room?
No, this is not possible. Companions bring their own themes and thus influence energetically. Therefore, participation in the retreat is only possible in a single room.
Which airlines fly to the Cape Verde Islands?
  • Direct flights from Lisbon with EasyJet, Cabo Verde Airlines, TAP
  • Direct flights from Germany to Boa Vista with TuiFly
  • Direct flights from Switzerland to Praia with TAP and Edelweiss
  • Direct flights from Luxembourg with Luxair, from Amsterdam with Tuifly, from Paris with Cabo Verde Airlines and Transavia
Are there travel agencies that organize flights, transfers, and the rest of the travel program in Cape Verde?
Yes, there are several tour operators specializing in Cape Verde. For German-speaking countries, I recommend Reiseträume; for Switzerland, Austria, and Luxembourg, O Ritmo; and for the Netherlands, Voja Travel.
Are special vaccinations required?
No. Apart from the usual diphtheria-tetanus vaccination, no additional vaccinations are required.
Are there dangerous animals or diseases?
In Santiago and Sal, rare cases of dengue fever and malaria have occurred. Otherwise, there are no dangerous animals or diseases.

Wo immer du bist, und was auch immer du tust, sei verliebt.

Rumi

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