Run village to village along the sunlit shores of the Mediterranean, where each footfall anchors you more deeply in your body and the landscape around you. Beginning in the ancient walled city of Girona, you will explore one of Spain’s most enchanting regions on foot, moving through medieval villages, quiet coastal coves, hilltop castles and story-rich landscapes shaped by centuries of multicultural history.
Each day reveals something new. Breezy seaside paths, rugged cliffside trails and cobblestone streets that carry whispers of the past. Throughout the week, you will have time and space to tune in to what drives you in running, what restores you and the simple rhythm of your breath meeting the sea air.
Evenings invite a gentle exhale with traditional tapas, warm golden-hour light and the easy camaraderie that grows from shared adventure. The journey concludes with a soothing immersion in the mineral-rich pools of a 2,000-year-old Roman bathhouse, a final restorative moment to absorb everything the week has offered.
Join us on Spain’s captivating Costa Brava for a mindful running experience that blends movement, culture, connection and soul-stirring scenery. It is an unforgettable way to restore, reinvigorate and rediscover what lights you up.
"I thoroughly enjoyed the Spain retreat! Our retreat leader was a wonderful leader with words of wisdom and encouragement. Our local guides were top notch! They were very knowledgeable and accommodating with a kind warmth and enthusiasm for our adventures together. The terrain was absolutely beautiful and challenging. The accommodations fabulous, clean, and each a unique experience. Needless to say our group of women bonded over local fresh culinary experiences. It surprised me how quickly we became friends and supported each other."
--Jennifer M.
"The accommodations, the food, the guides are all top notch. After two retreats in the US, I was excited to try an international retreat and my expectations were met a hundred fold. I loved the running and mindfulness workshops, the views, the food...but my favorite parts are the human connections. From the connections I made with the amazing and supportive women I was running with, to the fabulous local guides who shared their enthusiasm of their culture and country."
--Mary C.
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Mindful Running is this retreat's defining experience. Your dedicated Retreat Leader will lead you through experiences on and off the trail that are designed to help you discover how to run with more ease and flow. And if you've never run trails before, you'll learn how to adapt your road running technique for this new terrain. And if you're an experienced trail runner, you'll take your running to a whole new level of efficiency and joy. Connect more deeply with nature, yourself and other women through this powerful practice that provides you with skills and insights to maximize the stress-reducing effects of running.
This retreat can be the kind of vacation that truly transforms your state of mind and body, if you're open to it. Our retreats are designed to support you as a whole woman, not just a runner. That means you can expect free time to yourself, away from the group. It means that there are wellness experiences included in your retreat package to support your nervous system reset. This is your chance to heal from the effects of stress and focus on doing the things that energize you, inspire you and feed your soul.
This region's cuisine in renowned throughout Europe, as Catalonia boasts the greatest concentration of Michelin-starred restaurants in all of Europe. And you'll see why, even at the casual, family run restaurants at which we dine. Local dishes feature locally grown and harvested ingredients such as fish and seafood with fresh vegetables, olives, olive oil and rice. The most famous dish is Paella (pictured here), a deeply seasoned baked rice dish featuring seafood or vegetables. Most special dietary needs can be easily accommodated.
Meal Times: We will adopt the Spanish meal times, meaning that breakfasts start at 8 am and dinners at 8:30 p.m. For this reason, our daily runs usually begin around 10 or 11 a.m., and end around 2 p.m. in time for a casual lunch.
On a cliff-top overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, this relaxed hotel is a three-minute walk from the beach, situated on a hill overlooking the quaint beach town of Calella de Palafrugell and bay, on the Costa Brava. Enjoy is laid-back atmosphere, sunny terrace and excellent chef-prepared meals.
Hotel Playasol de Cadaqués is located in a prime spot in one of the most beautiful villages of the Costa Brava, surrounded by the Natural Park of Cap de Creus. The four-star Hotel Playasol is situated in Cadaqués Bay on the seafront, a short walk to the town center. It is the only hotel with access to a small, sunny and quiet beach, with spectacular views of the sea. Spend the afternoon relaxing among the large garden of olive and pine trees or lounge by the heated outdoor pool and spa
This retreat invites you to return to what fuels you. Every mindful mile, every quiet coastal moment, and every nourishing Mediterranean meal creates space to reconnect with the parts of yourself that thrive on movement and beauty. You’ll stay in elegant, historic hotels that offer comfort and character, each one a peaceful landing place after a day on the trails.
Evenings bring time to unwind, watch the sky soften into twilight, and share meaningful moments with women who value presence as much as adventure. In the mineral-rich waters of a Roman bathhouse, you’ll feel your body let go of tension and your mind settle into stillness.
Come ready to move, connect, and be moved in ways that stay with you long after you return home. We’ve taken care of every detail so you can simply arrive, be present, and let this experience shift something in you.
Don't want to be rushed getting to the retreat? Want a day to adjust to the time zone? This is for you!
Enjoy one additional night (April 19th) at the Cuitat de Girona prior to the retreat (no need to move rooms when the retreats starts)! You'll have a private room at the same hotel where we begin our retreat in Girona, and access to all of its on-site amenities. Included in your pre-retreat stay is a complimentary breakfast the following morning.
Make the most of your time in Spain and with an optional 3-day/2-night extension at the Mercer Barcelona, a luxury boutique hotel situated in the heart of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. Use this time before your retreat begins to recover from jetlag. You’ll relax at an ancient spa, explore the culinary highlights of the city on a walking tapas tour, and we’ve made the entire experience seamless by including train tickets to Girona, to the start of your mindful running retreat.
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Catalonia, Spain 
Our program begins at 3:00 p.m., when we gather at our hotel in Girona for our official Retreat Opening Meeting. After introductions and a retreat orientation, we’ll meet our local guide for a sightseeing running tour of the city that includes the historic Jewish Quarter, the medieval wall protecting the city from invaders, a magnificent cathedral and castle turrets. Then we return to the hotel, where you have plenty of time to check in and freshen up before we visit one of Girona’s gourmet restaurants for dinner.
After breakfast at the hotel, we take a short drive outside the city to Les Gavarres forest, where we will begin today’s run that begins in the late morning on a soft-dirt forest trail and takes out to the spectacular stretch of rugged coastline that is Costa Brava.
After enjoying a delicious breakfast overlooking the sea, we’ll begin today’s run along the stunningly beautiful coast line, rocky pathways and past the village of Tamariu.
After breakfast at El Convent, we drive one hour to the nearby town of Roses, situated on the edge of the Parc Natural de Cap de Creus. This wild region of Costa Brava features numerous hidden coves and cliffs, forming a rugged yet beautiful landscape shaped by the elements.
ring route out into the Cap de Creus, aiming to reach the lighthouse. After enjoying a refreshment on the cafe patio at the lighthouse, continue on rocky trails through a unique landscape that inspired some of Salvador Dali’s famous artwork.
After breakfast at the hotel, we start our final run of the retreat, a rewarding climb along a ridge overlooking the port town of Port de la Selva, situated on the north cape of Cap de Creus. Now a fishing and tourism destination, Port de la Selva has been inhabited for over a millennium, and is home to numerous archaeological remains.
Enjoy breakfast at your leisure at our hotel, followed by our final sharing circle and official Retreat Closing Meeting before our staggered spa appointments at the Aqua Banys Romans Spa, a short walk from the hotel.
