Viva La Vida
BARCELONA YOGA RETREAT
10-14 SEPTEMBER 2025 | PENÉDES, SPAIN
LAST ROOMS!
If soaking up warm September sun, daily Vinyasa overlooking vineyards, Mediterranean food, soulful conversations over a glass of localLY produced organic wine sounds tempting - THIS retreat is for you!
Join us for a 5-day Vinyasa retreat at Soulfarm Mas Els Igols, a former artist residency nestled among the vineyards in Penedès—often referred to as the ‘Tuscany of Catalonia’— one hour south of Barcelona.
“Arriving at the farmhouse in Spain was like being welcomed to a family holiday – except better, because you’re on a yoga retreat! From the juicy, feel-good morning yoga practice (under a fig tree!), to balance and inversion masterclasses, a ceramics workshop, hiking to a waterfall for a cold swim, and even a sensory wine tasting experience, the daily schedule is rich and nourishing, while still embracing the slow, sensuous pace you want on a retreat.
It was a sensational week, making heartfelt connections, nourishing body and soul and reaffirming my appreciation for this incredible life.
Thank you so much, viva la vida! I will definitely come again!”
- Rae Delanie Passfield, UK
The Yoga
Each day we greet the day with a 2 hour morning practice, starting at 8am (meaning you’ll be able to sleep in!). You can expect a blend of invigorating open-level Vinyasa and Power Yoga, meditation, pranayama, time for reflection and journaling.
Our yoga retreats are suitable for you who already have experience of a stronger dynamic practice and like to get challenged on your mat.
There will be, as always at our retreats, plenty of opportunities to explore and deepen your practice. We make sure to meet you where you’re at. The most important thing for us is that you listen to your body and enjoy your practice.
If you haven't practiced with us before give us a go! Try our free classes to make sure you resonate with our way of teaching and if you have any questions at all about our yoga classes, simply drop us an email.
In the afternoon we’ll get together again, either for a deep yin yoga practice or an explorative workshop.
The Food
At Els Igols, you’ll indulge in vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine, prepared around fresh seasonal ingredients and organically sourced whenever possible.
After our morning practice our private chef will have prepared a delicious brunch feast with eggs, local cheese and bread, freshly squeezed juice, typical pan amb tomaquet, homemade jams and much more!
In the afternoon, a light savoury snack will be served, giving you a boost of energy before our next yoga session.
In the evening we’ll once again be served a delicious feast full of flavour, always based on as much local ingredients as possible! Imagine Spanish Paella (with or without seafood), Gazpachos of different kinds, out-of-this-world-olives, local delicacies like Escalivada and Tortilla de Patata and much more!
Whether you’re vegan, gluten-free, lactose-intolerant, or have any specific dietary needs, just let us know in your booking, and we’ll ensure the chef creates dishes tailored just for you.
“I’ve just come back from Inspiro Yoga’s Barcelona retreat and I can still feel the energy from it and the beautiful people I met there. Thank you Lisa and Naza for holding such a beautiful space for me to rest, reconnect and recenter!”
- SONIA SALEK, FRANCE
The Venue
SOULFARM MAS ELS IGOLS
Mas Els Igols is a traditional 18th century Catalonian farmhouse located1 hour south of Barcelona in the vineyards of Penèdes. A few years back Dutch owners Arnout Krediet and Iris Tonies transformed the farm into a unique and beautiful art-filled retreat venue. Before this it was an art residency where artists from all over the world would come and explore their creativity.
Do we even have to say this place is super unique and inspiring? Everywhere you look it’s full of incredible art made by Iris, you’ll even get to enjoy all your meals on her beautiful table wear.
There are 7 beautiful spacious bedrooms, each with a modern bathroom en suite. There are twin, doubles and triple rooms.
The farmhouse has a stunning and modern kitchen, a light art-decorated yoga shala, an outdoor yoga deck under a giant fig-tree and a saltwater pool with lounge area. There are plenty of spots to chill out, drink a glass of wine and/or read a book.
HOW TO GET HERE
The Soul Farm is situated in the middle of the vineyards of Penedès wine region and at the same time it’s well connected and easy to get to. You can reach Mas Els Igols by train or bus from Barcelona city.
The train ‘R4’, which leaves twice an hour, will take you from the city center of Barcelona (Plaza Catalunya) to Vilafranca del Penedès in one hour.
From Vilafranca you can either take a taxi (roughly 20 min drive for 30€) or hop on the local bus ‘Igualadina’ (direction Pontons). From the bus stop, near the gas-station ‘Benzinera de Sant Marti’, it is only a 1500m walk to the farm house.
Another option is to take a taxi from Barcelona airport or Barcelona city center. The ride will cost about a €120. If you wish to share the ride with others let us know beforehand so you can share the cost.
If you’re arriving in a rental car you can park it at the farm, there are space for 6 cars.
WHY WE LOVE IT…
OUTDOOR YOGA DECK SURROUNDED BY VINEYARDS // 1 HR FROM BARCELONA // SALT-WATER POOL // BEAUTIFUL DESIGNED ROOMS // SPACES // WONDERFUL HOSTS IRIS & ARNOUT
HIGHLIGHTS
DAILY 2 HR MORNING PRACTICE // SENSORY WINE-TASTING // ART-WORKSHOP WITH IRIS // IN THE MIDDLE OF PENEDÈS WINE REGION // SALT-WATER POOL // HIKE TO INCREDIBLE WATERFALL
This Retreat is For You Who ..
- Want to disconnect from the busyness of life and get perspective on life.
- Long to go on a healthy holiday at the same time love the idea of sipping a guilt-free glass of wine in the evening.
- Long to kick off the fall feeling strong - physically, mentally and emotionally.
- Long to re-spark and explore your creativity.
- Love attention to details, unique places and art.
- Like the idea of making new friends from around the world and enjoy in-real-life soulful conversations.
DAILY SCHEDULE
8AM: MORNING PRACTICE
10AM: BRUNCH
11AM: FREE TIME / HIKE / ART-WORKSHOP / MASSAGE / SIESTAS
4PM: LIGHT SNACK
5.30PM: YIN YOGA OR ASANA WORKSHOP 7.30PM : DINNER
NOTE: This is a rough schedule, we might adjust the timings depending on the weather and group. The retreat starts at 5pm and ends at check out 11am.
The Package
5 days and 4 nights stay at Mas Els Igols with a saltwater swimming pool, huge kitchen area + outdoor and indoor chill out areas.
Daily 2 Hour Morning Practice with Lisa and Nazareno
Daily Afternoon Yoga Session (Yin, Restorative, Myo-fascial Release and/or Asana Workshop)
Daily Brunch & Dinner
Daily Afternoon Snacks
Sensory Wine Tasting Session with Arnout Krediet
Ceramic Workshop with Iris Tonies
Guided hike through vineyards and to a nearby waterfall
Fresh fruit, filtered water, coffee and tea during the day
NOTE: Your flight and transport to the retreat is not included.
WHAT YOU CAN ADD:
E-bike rental (needs to be booked prior to the retreat).
Visit Sitges or Vilafranca de Penedès (if you have a rental car)
Visits to nearby local wineries
Airport Pick Up
Private Art & Painting classes with Iris Tonies (due to availability, needs to be booked before the retreat starts)
The Pricing (per person)
Early bird 100€ off until 31st March - use promo code EARLYBCN. This discount cannot be used in combination with other promo codes or offers.
shared room 1799€ - LAST SPOTS
Stay in a spacious room located upstairs or downstairs, featuring two or three separate single beds. Each room is uniquely designed by Iris Tonies and includes an en-suite bathroom, floor heating, biodegradable shampoo and body wash, and a hair dryer.
DOUBLE ROOM 1499€ - SOLD OUT
Stay two people in a spacious room upstairs with a queen-sized double bed. Each room is uniquely designed by Iris Tonies and includes an en-suite bathroom, floor heating, biodegradable shampoo and body wash, and a hair dryer.
SINGLE ROOM 2199€ - sold out
Stay in a spacious room upstairs with a queen-sized double bed. Each room is uniquely designed by Iris Tonies and includes an en-suite bathroom, floor heating, biodegradable shampoo and body wash, and a hair dryer. Limited spots available.
COMMUNITY DEAL: If you’ve been to any of our Inspiro Yoga retreats, events or trainings in the past you get 10% off using promo code IYCOMMUNITY10 - if you book before 10th July. This discount cannot be used in combination with other promo codes or offers.
Still have questions?
If there is anything we haven’t covered here, please drop us a line at info@inspiroyoga.com
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CHECK IN / ARRIVAL DAY
Check in at Mac Els Igols is at 4pm. If you arrive earlier you can chill by the pool. The retreat starts at 5pm. We’ll gather either in the garden or in the yoga shala for a welcome snack and introduction, followed by a yoga practice and dinner.
CHECK OUT / DEPARTURE DAY
The retreat ends after our morning yoga class (this class will be 90min) and brunch on the last day of the retreat. Check out is at 11am.
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The retreat starts at 5pm. We’ll gather either in the garden or in the yoga shala for a welcome snack and introduction, followed by a yoga practice and dinner.
The retreat ends after our morning yoga class (this class will be 90min) and brunch on the last day of the retreat. Check out is at 11am.
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The Soul Farm is situated in a natural environment and at the same time it is quite well connected. You can reach Mas Els Igols by train and bus from Barcelona city.
The train ‘R4’ will take you from the city center to Vilafranca del Penedes. In Vilafranca you can hop on the bus ‘Igualadina’ with direction Pontons. From the bus stop near the gas-station ‘Benzinera de Sant Marti’ it is only a 1500 m. walk to the front door. The train from BCN departs twice an hour. The bus leaves less frequently.
You can also choose to take a taxi or Uber/Bolt from Vilafranca (20-25 €.
A taxi from Barcelona airport will cost you about a €100 which you can share with others attending to the retreat to split the cost.
If you’re arriving in a rental car you can park it at the farm, there are space for 6 cars.
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The best way to know this is to take one of our FREE CLASSES, to get a taste of how we teach.
If you’re someone who likes a dynamic practice, with a bit of challenges then you’ll probably like it. If you’re more into a more gentle yoga, probably not.
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Absolutely! The majority of our guests travel alone and you’ll see that you’ll make a lot of new friends!
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Please see our Terms & Conditions.
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Sure, just get in touch as you make the bookings and we can set that up. The retreat must still be fully paid 30 days prior to start.
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Mas Els Igols
Cami la Verna, s/n, 08737 Torrelles de Foix, Barcelona, Spain
Phone: +34622689032
soulfarm@elsigols.com
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RECOMMENDED PACKING LIST
Your own yoga mat or travel yoga mat (you’ll sweat a lot so it’s something we recommend BUT there are mats available onsite if you need to borrow one or prefer to travel light)
Refillable water bottle
Sneakers
Flip flops/sandals
Sunglasses
Swimwear
Mosquito repellent
Yoga clothes
Warm clothes for the evenings
Sarong
Earplugs (if you’re a light sleeper and are in a shared room)
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No you don't need to bring any of those as the venue will provide that.
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Catalonia’s climate is primarily a Mediterranean climate, with mild temperatures and little rain. With usually warm summers and moderately cold winters. In the winter it is very likely that you can still spend a good part of your days outside. In the microclimate of the valley where the house is situated, there’s normally an average of more than 300 sunny days and around 500 mm rain annually. You can find some more specific information/data on this specific website about the Pènedes wine region:
http://www.dopenedes.cat/en/terraiclima.php
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Yes, ecological soaps and shampoo are available, you can find them in the soap dispensers in the bathroom. Since Els Igols is an eco-farm they use a natural deposit system that can only process specific products. We therefore offer the best available ecological and biodegradable soaps.
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Els Igols is situated only a 30 minute drive from the beautiful and famous Mediterranean beaches of Catalonia, such as Sitges, Vilanova, Calafell and Cubelles.