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Darkness therapy: frequently asked questions

1) How much does a dark retreat cost?

One night of a week-long dark retreat costs 1,600 CZK if you bring your own food. Meals provided from 400 CZK a night … more about prices

2) How do I know a dark retreat is for me?

Do you need to find yourself? Do you feel “disconnected”? Not sure what you actually want from life? Exhausted or stressed? Then a dark retreat – what we call a real holiday – is exactly for you … read more

3) Why go into the dark near Kutná Hora of all places?

Because we genuinely enjoy dark retreats, and since 2013 we have been through a great deal with the people who come here. Because you might want to recharge your batteries. And because we will not push any religion or ideology or “wacky” esoteric views on you 😉 … read more

4) How should I prepare for a dark retreat?

Usually no great preparation is needed, because by the time you are thinking about a dark retreat you are in fact fully ready. We do have a few practical tips for you, though, on how to prepare at work and at home … read more

5) How do I get to the dark retreat?

You can come by car and park right here with us, or you can come by train and walk from the nearest stop (about 5 km), which we warmly recommend before a dark retreat … read more

6) A dark retreat as a couple?

Being in the dark alone is one experience, and being there as a couple is quite another. We cannot say which is better. It is simply different. Couples often come to us separately, each in their own cabin, and then come back together in one cabin for a later date … read more about peace of mind

7) Should I go for a week, or are 3 nights enough?

80% of dark retreats with us last a week. But if you really don’t feel up to a whole week, you can come for 3 nights and “try out” a dark retreat … more about 3 nights

Tomáš and Lenka, your guides through the dark
Tomáš and Lenka – your guides through the dark
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8) How is the sanctuary equipped?

Each of the 5 dark retreat cabins is equipped the same way. There is a bed, a toilet, a shower, a meditation space, a heat pump for heating and cooling, and pleasant underfloor heating … read more

9) What should I bring to a dark retreat?

Some people bring a musical instrument, others something to write with; above all we recommend comfortable clothes and a good mood … read more

10) Is there a chair in the cabin?

There isn’t, but there can be. The cabin is furnished minimally, but if you wish, we can put one in for you … read more

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