Practicing yoga in nature allows us to feel a deep connection with the earth, our surroundings, and the universe. Let’s discover the benefits of this increasingly popular practice and twelve special locations in Italy where you can organize a group holistic retreat
Let’s get ready to feel the embrace of nature while we meditate and reconnect with ourselves. Yoga is an ancient practice that originated in India and involves the body, mind, breath, and spirituality. Yoga means getting to know ourselves, trusting our bodies, and embarking on a spiritual journey. The benefits of asanas, the yoga poses, are countless and concern both physical and mental well-being. Practicing them outdoors means enhancing these benefits and experiencing the regenerating effect of contact with nature.
A forest or an immense meadow can become the temple for our holistic retreat. The wind accompanies our breath, and the silence of nature invites us to an even deeper connection. With Ecobnb, it is possible to organize a yoga retreat in beautiful eco-friendly accommodations surrounded by greenery. Let’s discover the most beautiful ones!
Yoga among the nature and traditions of Maremma
Agriturismo Le Macchie Alte is a 420-hectare organic farm in the heart of Maremma, Tuscany, a place where yoga can meet nature, silence, and the rhythms of rural life. Here, ancient varieties of wheat, olive trees, cereals, and hay are cultivated, while Maremma cattle are raised. The cuisine also tells the story of the area, with traditional dishes prepared using organic products from the farm and the surrounding region.
For yoga retreats, a beautiful room housed in the former stable is available. It has been renovated using natural materials and features large windows opening onto the surrounding landscape. A simple and bright space designed for practicing, meditating, and organizing seminars and workshops immersed in nature.
Le Macchie Alte offers 12 rooms located in three ancient stone farmhouses and, for larger groups, it is also possible to stay at the nearby Podere Semia, about 800 meters from the estate.
After the practice, you can relax in the saltwater swimming pool, walk along the estate’s paths, or enjoy a massage. Nearby, you can also visit the Saturnia hot springs and explore the landscapes of Maremma on foot, by bicycle, or on horseback. A place where yoga comes together with nature, good food, and the discovery of a region rich in traditions.
Yoga among the forests of Mount Amiata
We remain among the hills of Maremma, Tuscany, where Podere di Maggio is a beautiful setting for a yoga, meditation, and personal growth retreat.
A few kilometers from Santa Fiora, this ancient organic farm is surrounded by chestnut woods and offers an authentic, unspoiled landscape. For practice, there is a 75 m² yoga room with a wooden floor and equipment available to guests, as well as outdoor spaces where you can practice surrounded by nature. Podere di Maggio can accommodate up to 18 people and offers vegetarian and vegan meals prepared with organic and seasonal products.
You can stay in the ancient stone houses or in the glamping tents for an experience even closer to nature. After the practice, you can relax in the natural swimming pool or explore the paths and forests of Mount Amiata.
Yoga among the mountains of Valle Maira
Borgata Sagna Rotonda is a small village immersed in the nature of the Piedmont Alps, in the heart of Valle Maira, at an altitude of 1,644 meters. Abandoned for years, the village has been restored while respecting its ancient architecture and now hosts 13 accommodation units, built using natural materials and modern sustainable technologies.
For groups, there is a large hall where activities such as yoga, courses, and gatherings can be organized, as well as a restaurant service offering local specialties. The property also features a small wellness area with a sauna and a large green area where guests can relax outdoors.
All around lies Valle Maira, with trails, forests, ancient villages, and Alpine views. On foot or by bicycle, you can explore fascinating places such as the Gardetta Plateau and Rocca La Meja.
Yoga retreat in the hills of Lake Garda
The Casa dei Suoni bed and breakfast is located in the historic village of Gaino, in the hills of Lake Garda, about three kilometers from Toscolano Maderno.
The fully renovated old stone house offers panoramic terraces where you can practice yoga and meditate immersed in the tranquility of nature. The house is particularly suitable for small groups wishing to organize residential retreats for holistic activities, thanks also to a room of about 30 square meters on the ground floor. Breakfast, served on the terrace or in the veranda, features local and mostly organic products.
The experience is completed by gong baths, sound treatments, and massages upon request.
Yoga retreat in an ancient mill in Liguria
In the heart of the Ligurian Apennines, surrounded by the greenery of Val Sturla, Centro Anidra is an ecovillage that combines a farm stay, nature, wellness, and personal growth activities. The heart of the property is an ancient stone mill, restored according to the principles of green building and Feng Shui, surrounded by a rural park crossed by the Sturla River, with trails, woods, and a beautiful waterfall.
Centro Anidra welcomes groups, retreats, and holistic activities and offers several spaces for yoga, meditation, and other practices, including a 130-square-meter multipurpose room and a large 200-square-meter marquee. Accommodation includes rooms, apartments, and bungalows surrounded by the park, as well as a campsite with 10 pitches, making it possible to organize stays for larger groups.
The cuisine is also part of the experience: the farm stay offers dishes prepared with organic products and local ingredients, many of which are grown directly on the farm, with a focus on seasonality and Ligurian traditions. The educational farm, medieval vegetable garden, woodland trails, and small natural pools along the river offer many opportunities to experience nature and share experiences.
Yoga and meditation surrounded by nature in Piedmont
In the small town of Cuceglio, in the heart of Piedmont, Le Ali del Falco is a guesthouse and retreat center surrounded by greenery, just a few kilometers from the Temples of Humanity of Damanhur. The property, built according to the principles of green building and sustainability, has 12 rooms, a dedicated yoga space, and a larger room for courses and workshops, ideal for organizing retreats and group activities.
Outside, a large garden with fruit trees, pergolas, and a meditation spiral offers additional spaces for relaxing and practicing outdoors. The stay includes a rich breakfast with organic products and, for groups, catering can also be arranged. A peaceful and unique place where yoga, meditation, and nature come together, with the opportunity to explore the Valchiusella and the fascinating Temples of Humanity of Damanhur nearby.
Yoga Retreat between Valpolicella and the Adige River
A few kilometers from Verona and Lake Garda, at the foot of the Valpolicella hills, Agriturismo Tirtha is surrounded by the greenery of the Adige Park, with direct access to the river. The property, built according to the principles of green building, is now home to the Tirtha Cultural Center, where activities such as yoga, meditation, sound baths, and personal growth are organized.
There are two rooms of about 50 square meters and a large 130-square-meter hall, all with heated wooden floors, as well as a covered pergola and a clearing in the park near the river, ideal for practicing yoga and meditation outdoors.
The rooms are bright and simply furnished, while the kitchen offers, upon reservation, vegetarian and vegan lunches, dinners, and snacks prepared with organic products, some of which are grown on the farm. A place where yoga, nature, and well-being come together, with walks along the Adige River and the opportunity to discover Valpolicella.
Yoga retreats in the Tuscia countryside
At the top of a hill, among olive groves, vineyards, and forests in Tuscia, Il Poggio dell’Artilla is a farm stay where nature and organic farming meet the principles of regenerative agriculture. The property is located a few kilometers from Orvieto and the Valley of the Calanchi, in a landscape rich in trails and small villages.
For groups and retreats, a beautiful yurt made from natural materials is available, surrounded by greenery and overlooking the valley, offering an intimate and unique space for group activities and holistic practices. The entire property, together with the Casaletto, can accommodate up to 20 people, making it possible to organize exclusive residential stays.
Il Poggio produces extra virgin olive oil, natural wine, vegetables, and other products from the farm, which guests can taste during their stay. After the practice, you can relax in the panoramic swimming pool or explore the landscapes of Tuscia on foot, along the Via dei Tusci or towards the nearby Valley of the Calanchi.
Yoga and Eastern philosophies in the woods
At the foot of a large oak forest, in the heart of Val d’Agri (Potenza), Il Querceto is an organic farm stay surrounded by nature, where ancient stone farmhouses have been restored according to the principles of green building. For many years, the property has hosted courses, workshops, and retreats dedicated to Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and meditation, with a dedicated yoga room, a multifunctional gym, and large outdoor spaces.
The cuisine highlights products from the farm and offers regional specialties, along with vegetarian, vegan, and Mediterranean macrobiotic dishes. Around the property stretch approximately 20 hectares of oak woodland, crossed by a nature trail and paths leading towards the mountains of Val d’Agri.
Yoga and nature in the countryside of Noto
In the heart of the Val di Noto, a few kilometers from the Vendicari Nature Reserve and the sea, Case Don Ignazio is an ancient rural farmhouse surrounded by the Sicilian countryside, among olive trees, carob trees, and Mediterranean scrub. The organic farm stay is home to the ZenSicily project, dedicated to yoga, meditation, and well-being in nature.
Two spaces dedicated to practice are available for retreats: the Shala Om, with two indoor rooms of about 70 square meters each, and the Shala Zen, a 90-square-meter covered wooden terrace surrounded by a meadow and overlooking the sea. The spaces are equipped for practice and can accommodate groups of up to 22 people.
Guests stay in the farmhouse apartments, surrounded by extensive grounds with olive groves, carob trees, an organic vegetable garden, and gardens. A special place for a yoga retreat, where practice meets the nature of the Sicilian countryside and the discovery of Noto, the Vendicari Nature Reserve, and the beaches of the southeastern coast.
Yoga and retreats in the Euganean Hills
Surrounded by the greenery of the Euganean Hills, La Tana del Tasso is an ancient farmhouse designed to welcome groups and wellness retreats. The property can be rented exclusively and accommodate up to 20 people, creating an intimate environment for spending a few days in close contact with nature.
The farmhouse has spacious rooms dedicated to wellness activities, as well as bedrooms and common areas, and also offers vegetarian food options. Around the property, you can explore the landscapes of the Euganean Hills through hiking trails and ecotourism itineraries. A simple place surrounded by greenery, ideal for those wishing to organize a yoga, meditation, or other holistic retreat in Veneto.
Yoga with sea views in Liguria
Between the countryside and the sea of Bordighera, Agrilunassa is an eco-guesthouse surrounded by greenery, about 350 meters from the beach. The ancient farmhouse has been restored using eco-friendly materials and features two rooms, a small common area, and a vegetable garden providing locally grown fruit and vegetables.
For retreats, there is an open-plan room with large windows overlooking the sea, a wooden floor and roof, designed for yoga and meditation. The space can accommodate up to 12 people, and the property also organizes yoga classes, seminars, and yoga holidays. In the surrounding area, you can alternate practice with hiking or cycling, activities by the sea, and walks in nature. An intimate place where yoga meets the landscape of the Ligurian Riviera.
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Last updated: October 2026
"Le Ali del Falco“ - ospitalità ecologica – Green Bed & Breakfast in Cuceglio, Metropolitan City of Turin, Piedmont, IT 
