Fafleralp, Switzerland
July 5th – July 11th 2026
July 5th – July 11th 2026
Overzicht
DATA
16 deelnemers
CAPACITEIT
Medium
CONDITIE NIVEAU
Fafleralp is one of the smaller communities in the Lötchental Valley. The beautiful Lötchental is one of Switzerland's most beautiful valleys. The valley is known as Das Tal der Täler, the Valley of Valleys. You'll stay at the lovely Fafleralp Hideaway Resort. The hotel's philosophy is that the key to tranquility lies in simplicity and, above all, closeness to nature. The resort is situated at an altitude of almost 1,800 meters and is nestled in a larch forest. Beautiful hikes to the glacier or a morning swim in a cold lake before breakfast can be part of a week at Fafleralp.
“Silently exploring an ancient forest, swimming every morning in a cold glacial lake, feeling the sun on my face at sunrise, and walking barefoot in the grass; these were the experiences during the "Spirit of the Wild" course that gave me new insights. I realized how crucial it is to experience the changing climate in nature. It's not surprising to see climate change as merely a mathematical challenge, if you don't see, and experience, that nature is deteriorating rapidly.
Only when you feel connected to something can you commit to it. Without this connection, I myself wouldn't have the determination and passion needed to continue working for the Rights of Nature.”
Jessica den Outer, Director of Rights of Nature
About Fafleralp
Jessica den Outer, Director of Rights of Nature
The Spirit of the Wild program allows us to connect with and learn from nature through profound personal experiences. It is the key to transforming our thoughts, actions, and approach to an inclusive way of living, in communion with all life. This fosters personal inner transformation and a commitment to a sustainable future.
The Spirit of the Wild program aims to bring us closer to nature and, in turn, to our own inner nature. We do this by awakening all our senses and intuition, through silence and guided meditation. The program is an invitation to slow down and listen to nature. Without rules or fixed goals, you are invited to experience and communicate with the world of rocks and plants, the fungi and mycelium that connect all life, and the world of animals. This leads to reflection on your own role as a human being in the great interplay of life. During the program, there is ample time to explore nature on your own, in your own way and at your own pace.
The Programme
Reflection on your own relationship and connection with nature
Opening your awareness to the elements and the various aspects of nature
Guided meditations
Plenty of hiking opportunities in the immediate area
Space to be alone
Guidance by experienced facilitators and mountain guides
Contributes to personal development
Digital detox
Maximum of 16 participants
Sustainably accessible (see Travel section)
Language: Dutch and English
What you can expect
Two trainers are always assigned per programme week.
The following trainers will guide you through the Spirit of the Wild program at Fafleralp:
Princess Irene of the Netherlands
Annelies Hupkes
Wayne Maspero
Ian Read
The Trainers
Accommodation is at the beautiful Hotel Fafleralp, in Fafleralp, Switzerland. You'll have your own room and bathroom.
Delicious organic, vegetarian dishes are served at the hotel. You'll make your own packed lunch every morning for breakfast. Special dietary requirements can be communicated to the course leaders before the start of the course. Alcohol is not served during the course week.
Accommodation and cuisine
Train and bus: A convenient way to travel to Fafleralp is by overnight train from Utrecht to Basel. For information on train times, see www.nsinternational.com. From Basel, take the train to Blatten, where in summer you can take the bus to the hotel. Information about trains in Switzerland and public transport routes can be found at https://www.sbb.ch/. If you're traveling by public transport, you can go to the Blatten Fafleralp stop (hotel), from where it's a 7-minute walk to the hotel.
Car: By car, the drive to Fafleralp takes about 10 hours (from the center of the Netherlands). If the group is complete and several people wish to drive, carpooling options can be discussed beforehand.
Plane: A return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Geneva. Travel by Swiss rail to and from Fafleralp by local bus. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the bus terminal.
Travel to Fafleralp from the Netherlands
Dates: July 5th – July 11th 2026
Cost: €2,650
Includes:
o Accommodation
o All meals
o Course participation with professional guidance
Excludes:
o Travel expenses
o Additional drinks
Price and dates