Digital detox at a tranquil North Sea retreat

Find peace and mindfulness at a digital detox haven on the coast of Lower Saxony - includes breakfast, dinner, meditation sessions, yoga and more

• A space for quiet reflection: Upleven promises a truly unique kind of relaxation that goes beyond the traditional holiday. From digital detox and shared meals to meditation and yoga sessions, the focus here is on finding genuine peace and inner tranquility, far removed from the hectic pace of modern life. Perched on a hilltop right in the middle of the dike, the hotel's stunning setting enhances your blissful experience.

• Conscious relaxation: The retreat does not offer Wi-Fi, allowing you to enjoy the luxury of being unreachable during your stay and enjoy uninterrupted focus on yourself. At the retreat, you'll have three daily meditations that invite you to listen to your inner self, whether in silent or guided meditations. In addition, the meditation room is open around the clock. An introduction to meditation is available upon request, and you can always contact the on-site team with any questions.

• Culinary delights: Mindful dining plays a central role, even when it comes to food. The cuisine at Upleven is vegetarian (vegan upon request), freshly prepared, and predominantly regional and seasonal, and incorporating ingredients from local farms. Take your time to consciously savour the culinary creations: From breakfast to dinner, every meal is an invitation to slow down, with the first 15 minutes are spent in silence.

How to get thereIf you are arriving by public transport, head to the Wremen Bahnhof, Wurster Nordseeküste stop, which is just two kilometres from the hotel. This distance can be covered by taxi in about six minutes or on foot in about 30 minutes. Upleven recommends booking a taxi approximately 60 minutes before arrival.
Good to knowPlease note that this hotel prioritises a peaceful atmosphere and does not accept bookings for guests under 16 years of age.

Please also note that this is a Wi-Fi-free retreat. There are no TVs in the rooms. Digital devices such as smartphones are only to be used in private areas or outdoors.

At Upleven, the focus is on an atmosphere of openness, connection, and mindfulness, to which shared meals at large tables contribute. There are set mealtimes: breakfast from 8 to 9am, lunch from 1:00 to 1:45pm, and dinner from 6:30 to 7:15pm. Please note that the first 15 minutes of meals are observed in silence. Vegan meals are available upon request. Please inform the retreat of this directly after booking; please also contact Upleven directly after booking if you have any food intolerances or allergies.

Three meditations are offered daily:

• 7-7:30am - silent meditation

• 12-12:30pm - guided meditation

• 8-8:30pm - silent meditation

Yoga sessions take place on Saturday and Sunday at 10-11am.

Please note that street shoes are not permitted inside the Upleven building. The retreat requests that you bring your own slippers or borrow overshoes upon arrival. Alternatively, you may walk around in socks or barefoot.

Room cleaning is not provided during your stay to ensure your room remains your undisturbed sanctuary.

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.