One-Day Silent Chan Retreat in Bern
A structured day of silent Chan meditation, gentle yoga, walking practice and a short Dharma talk.
Why it caught our eye
The timetable is specific and balanced, with 30-minute sitting periods, movement, walking meditation, individual conversations and lunch included.
About this experience
Chang She (Hildi Thalmann) teaches a day of silent Chan meditation for people familiar with the basics of meditation. Thirty-minute seated periods alternate with gentle yoga and walking practice, with individual conversations and a short Dharma talk. Choose either of the two separately bookable days at Chan Bern.
What you can expect
The programme combines seated meditation, gentle yoga, walking, relaxation and breath awareness. Chang She teaches both retreats; Stefan Schegg leads the October day and Stefan Sauer the December day. Basic meditation experience is expected.
Good to know before you go
CHF 70 includes lunch; a reduction is available on request. Choose 25 October or 13 December 2026, with registration due by 23 October or 11 December respectively. Each retreat runs from 09:00 to 18:00 at Chan Bern, Brunngasshalde 37, 3011 Bern. Pay at the retreat or by bank transfer.
Hosted by
Chan Bern
https://chan-bern.ch/