Yoga and hiking retreat in the Norwegian wilderness

This off-grid escape brings you back to nature and back to simplicity. At Hagabrekka, there is no electricity or running water, creating a truly grounded setting for days spent exploring untouched landscapes, icy rivers, lakes, waterfalls, and scenic trails. Expect a digital detox, nourishing plant-based meals, bonfire evenings, laughter, and the chance to form new friendships while reconnecting with yourself.

Rooted in regenerative living and permaculture, Hagabrekka Wanderland offers a retreat experience designed for those who want to immerse themselves in nature. From the peaceful views of Skorvefjell to the sound of birds and the nearby waterfall each morning, this is a place to slow down, breathe deeply, and let go of everyday stress.

Highlights include:

Yoga twice daily, 2 x 1.45 hours (Vinyasa / Hatha / Yin / Gentle)
Guided day hikes
Nature exploration, waterfalls, hiking, and river swims
Introduction to yoga philosophy
Sound bath
Introduction to pranayama
Evening chats around the bonfire
Glamping tent accommodation, or budget options with hammock sleeping, your own tent, or van
Nutritious plant-based meals with wild herbs
Digital detox

The retreat is located about 2 hours by car, or 2.5 hours by bus, from Oslo in Flatdal, a small village in Seljord municipality. Surrounded by dramatic mountains and a beautiful U-shaped valley, Hagabrekka is completely off-grid and built around a simple, nature-connected way of living. Solar power is available in some areas, water is pumped from a nearby river, and composting toilets are used on site. As this is a wild natural environment, you may also encounter spiders and other insects.

Program (subject to change depending on the weather)

Sunday

17.30 Welcome, introduction round, and yoga
19.30 Dinner
20.30 Introduction to yoga philosophy around the bonfire

Monday

07.30 Wake-up tea in bed
08.00 Morning yoga
10.15 Breakfast and lunch packing
12.00 Viewpoint and forest walk “Kyrkjeskogen rundt” with river swim and packed lunch
17.00 Evening yoga
19.00 Dinner and dessert
21.00 Sound bath

Tuesday

07.30 Wake-up tea in bed
08.00 Morning yoga
10.15 Breakfast and lunch packing
11.30 Hike to the peak of “Bindingsnuten” with packed lunch at the top
17.00 Evening yoga
19.00 Dinner
20.00 Dessert and time to relax around the bonfire

Wednesday

07.30 Wake-up tea in bed
08.00 Morning yoga
10.15 Breakfast and lunch packing
12.00 Short hike and swimming at “Rjukan Waterfall” with packed lunch
17.00 Evening yoga
19.00 Dinner
20.00 Dessert and time to relax around the bonfire

Thursday – Big hike day

06.00 Wake-up tea in bed
06.30 Start the hike to “Hestnuten”
All-day hiking
Bring packed breakfast and lunch
Breakfast stop around 10.00, lunch at the mountain top
18.00 Evening super chill yoga
19.30 Dinner with introduction to hand eating
20.30 Dessert and bonfire relaxation

Friday

07.30 Wake-up tea in bed
08.00 Morning yoga
10.15 Breakfast (pack lunch if you plan to explore)
13.00 Pranayama
14.30 Served lunch at Hagabrekka
17.00 Evening yoga
19.00 Dinner and dessert

Saturday

07.30 Wake-up tea in bed
08.00 Morning yoga
10.15 Breakfast and lunch packing
12.00 Closing circle

Included:

6 nights in a glamping tent, shared by 4 or 2 people, or a private option / low-budget hammock in the forest, own tent, or van
All meals from dinner on arrival day to breakfast on the last day, including breakfast buffet, packed lunch, dinner, and dessert
All activities during the weekend
Pick-up and drop-off at Århus Knutepunkt, the nearest bus stop, 11 km away

Yoga

During the retreat, you will explore several styles of yoga. Mornings begin with Vinyasa yoga, a dynamic practice with elements of Hatha yoga. Evenings offer either a gentle restorative class or yin yoga, with a focus on presence, breath, and inner peace. The classes combine movement and stillness, and are suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

Bus timings

If you are traveling from Oslo, it is recommended to take the 13.55 bus, arriving at 16.29, or the 10.30 bus, arriving at 13.09, with Nor-Way. Other train and bus connections with Vy are also possible. For the return to Oslo, the bus from Århus Knutepunkt departs at 15.41. If you need to leave earlier to catch a flight, you can take the bus or train with Vy from Seljord at 11.35.

Welcome to Hagabrekka Wanderland, a retreat center and learning center for regenerative living, where nature, simplicity, and meaningful connection come together.

Detox retreat in Seljord