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Two women enjoy the last rays of sun at sunset in Spirit Park. One woman kneels on the ground, gently stroking tall grass with her hands.

Spirit Park: Green Meetings und Outdoor Conferences near Vienna

Sustainable experiences, understanding and feeling in Lower Austria

Open your heart. Experience the unique power of nature amidst the picturesque natural scenery of the Helenental valley.

A man and a woman chatting in a green setting. In the background, the striking “Dragon Gate” – a red arch with Asian dragon motifs – catches the eye.

50,000 m² Spirit Park

For outdoor conferences and events

A woman touches a painted wooden sculpture made of branches with her eyes closed. In the background, a man and other sculptures. This place in the Spirit Park is called the “Dancing Ground of the Elemental Beings.”

Adventure

For exchanges of knowledge and experience

At night, a woman stands by the fading campfire, offering a note to the flames. Behind her, a man and a woman sit on a bench, watching the moment.

Fire

Moments for eternity

A blonde woman sits relaxed in a cross-legged position on a meadow, raising her hands to the sky with closed eyes. In the background, the hotel park stretches out with the wooden "Adlerhorst" structure, a tipi, and the hills of Helenental.

Relax

at our relaxation spots

Our 50,000 m2 Spirit Park invites you on a voyage of natural discovery. 

 

This incredible park was developed in 2005 and was put together over many years in collaboration with the German landscape architect and landscape healer Johannes Matthiesen (1946-2015), many volunteers, students, school children and art- and nature lovers. With the lovingly designed relaxation spots we want to help people to achieve greater awareness and mindfulness on their developmental pathways. Johannes Matthiessen once said: ”Man finds himself in nature and nature recognises itself within man. We have again reached a point where we need to embed ourselves in nature, learn from it, and fall in line with it.”

A Place of Encounters, Experiences and Togetherness

In the Spirit Park, we have more than 25 experience and craft areas that open up new possibilities for learning: Tipi, Fairy Tale, Planet Tree Circle, Eagle’s Nest, Balancing Garden,The Place of Four Winds, Ladder to Sky, and many more. Group work spaces on the south-facing conference terrace, in the pavillion and at the creek are the ideal settings for a free-flowing exchange of ideas.

The large area offered by the park is well suited for team activities and outdoor events, but also offers the opportunity for rest and relaxation. All along the wonderfully set out walking paths you will find relaxation spots with hammocks, seating areas, loungers and swings. 

A seminar group sits at a table on a wooden terrace surrounded by greenery, with the Schwechat stream in the background. A man stands at a flipchart.
A group of people is sitting, standing, or lying inside a tipi, photographed from outside after sunset. The entrance is open, and the tipi is brightly lit by a campfire and lanterns inside.
A group of cheering people in a snowy natural landscape on a sunny winter day in front of a blue-and-white wooden sculpture.
Several people stand on the bridge over the Schwechat stream in winter, gazing together into the snowy landscape.
Campfire at night in the stone circle at the “Place of the Four Winds.” Torches burn around it. People watch the flames – a man holds a guitar, a kneeling woman has a drum.

Stations and Usage Examples

In the 50,000 m² Spirit Park

This ladder sculpture offers patrons help with regards to the discussion of values and connectedness. It helps us to visualize the path to our goals and allows us to reflect on our learning successes with its steps, each inscribed with a different value: Rationality, Reason, Insight, Imagination, Intuition, Inspiration and Love. In this manner, the Ladder To The Sky helps to demonstrate human thought.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Connection/Respect

Visions/Goals

Values

Grounding/Courage

Expansive meadow with the freestanding blue “Heaven's Ladder.” A tipi can be seen in the distance, backed by the Vienna Woods on a sunny day.

The labyrinth is one of humanity’s oldest symbols. Within the labyrinth, we see many aspects of our lives. It is convoluted, and can symbolize difficult situations, for which one must find resolutions. Encounters with fellow humans, and the way one deals with detours can be reflected in the labyrinth, or one can be led astray.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Challenges/Blockades

Fulfilment

Kick-off/Motivation

Creativity/Dynamism

Solutions/Clarity

A spiral-shaped labyrinth made of tall and short grass and stones, with a tree at its center. In front stands a large stone pillar, and in the background, the expansive park area unfolds.

While walking along the serpent mound, the winding curves can be used to reflect upon situations that have arisen over the course of a project, look back on and relive personal achievements, or to convey the stability and vivacity of personal values. 

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Fulfilment

Kick-off/Motivation

Creativity/Dynamism

Creativity/Impact Values

Night view of dozens of torches in a meadow, illuminating a snake-shaped earth mound with atmospheric light.

Everything in the universe, everything around us vibrates and has its own sound! Humanity sounds in very different tones, the animal world, the natural kingdom, everything sounds and brings itself into natural order through sound and vibration. In an order of harmony and joyful being. It is the tone that makes the music, the sound from the heart can show the difference. Is it a low or high sound, a lighter or a darker one? Everything sounds and vibrates in the here and now and forever. Joy and love sound in very fine vibrations. Express yourself with your personal sound and make the sound bodies made of stone and wood vibrate in this place.

Wooden platform surrounded by nature. Next to it, a xylophone made of natural materials with stone plates and a wooden frame. Behind it, suspended wooden chimes. A forest forms the backdrop.

Each and every totem has a different meaning. This spot can therefore be used to give each other feedback, to discuss values and to work on finding solutions. In the energy circle between the totems you can come together to recharge.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Group Spirit

Kick-off/Motivation

Solutions/Clarity

Values

Grounding/Courage

In the foreground, a close-up of a totem pole. Behind it, the expansive Spirit Park with snake-shaped mounds, a tipi, and in the distance the hotel and the Vienna Woods – captured in a mystical atmosphere.

Waters are soothing organisms. In this place of peace and stillness, participants can allow the water to work its magic on them, in order to then discuss how attentiveness, cordiality and relaxation can help in different situations. This area is also ideal as a group work space.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Mindfulness/Sincerity

Five people on a wooden deck by the pond – some standing, others relaxing on yellow loungers. One man explains something using a flipchart. The scene is reflected in the water, with the Vienna Woods in the background.

In the centre of this area you will find the 4 cardinal points. This area is well suited to show appreciation for one another, or to discuss qualities that are already present or could be used to work towards a particular goal.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Fulfilment

Group Spirit

Intuition/Reflection

Kick-off/Motivation

Campfire at night in the stone circle at the “Place of the Four Winds.” Torches burn around it. People watch the flames – a man holds a guitar, a kneeling woman has a drum.

This special area works its magic differently for everyone. This spot could be used to discuss individual successes, to tell each other stories, or perhaps to help write a united story of success.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Group Spirit Intuition/Reflection

Creativity/Dynamism

Visions/Goals

At night, the fairy tale place glows warmly with candles, lanterns, and torches. The large stone heads create a mystical atmosphere. A man reads aloud while listeners sit quietly on stones and the ground.

Inside the tipi one can smoke a symbolic peace pipe - perhaps after having come up with a solution to a nagging problem, or maybe to help remember this solution when problems spring up later. Inside the enclosed tipi, values can be discussed or a simple group session can be transformed into something more by using this homely space.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Solutions/Clarity

Values

Grounding/Courage

A tipi on a meadow, with tall grass and a walking path in front. Branches frame the image on the left, and the Vienna Woods stretch out in the background.

From the Eagle’s Nest one sees the world with a different perspective. It can help to develop new solutions to problems, see your project or team with a new perspective, or even recognise and acknowledge new life themes. Afterwards, these new ideas and visions can be discussed as a group.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Solutions/Clarity

Connection/Respect

Visions/Goals

An outdoor wooden sculpture several meters high, reminiscent of an eagle’s nest and inviting visitors to climb.

At the Fire Pit one reflects on the day’s happenings and relishes the memories of great conversations that have been had in nature. Or, one celebrates: loudly, long and memorably - perhaps with your own ritual?

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Fulfilment

Communication

Solutions/Clarity

A blazing campfire casts flickering light into the darkness – sparks rising into the night sky.

Getting up on the balancing beam is a challenge. One learns to accept mistakes and how to integrate them, all while laughing and having a good time. The beam can also be your symbol for a united task, one that requires the whole team to overcome. Attentiveness of others is a must when faced with the balancing beam.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Challenges/Blockades

Group Spirit

Mindfulness/Sincerity

Wooden balance seesaw surrounded by a circle of stones – set amidst greenery.

While crossing the stream - with open or closed eyes, individually or together - the water has a particularly inspiring effect. Afterwards, the discussion can range from ongoing projects, individual wishes and needs, or even the simple act of listening to one another. There are spots along the riverbank that can be incorporated into your activities.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Challenges/Blockades

Group Spirit

Kick-off/Motivation

Communication

Solutions/Clarity

View of the covered wooden bridge over the Schwechat with a long ramp. In the foreground, a sign reads “Wegerl im Helenental” with sheet music of the song. The bridge is framed by trees on both sides.

This space, with its rocks and translated writing symbols, invites you to discuss issues such as freedom and tolerance. It points you towards things you may have previously overlooked, and to discuss and reflect on these particular topics.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Group Spirit

Mindfulness/Sincerity

Solution/Clarity

In the foreground, a large stone with a Japanese symbol, nestled in nature. More stones are scattered around, and in the background, a hammock hangs between two trees.

On the golden meditation stone in the water you think about concrete topics or problems alone. The individual experiences can be shared with the group afterwards.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Group Spirit

Intuition/Reflection

Solutions/Clarity

A woman in a white dress lies on a rock in the stream, eyes closed, arms in the water. The word “Mediation” is written on the rock, partly covered by her dress.

The Circular Tree Bench is a great place for exchanges. One can use the available sound-makers to give stories an acoustic emphasis, or one can use the bench as a tool along which to walk while sharing the most important phases of life and business with the rest of the group.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Fulfilment

Creativity/Impact

A cheerful group of around ten people poses on and beside a spiral-shaped wooden bench surrounding a tree. A part of the hotel is visible in the background.

During the guided, western sweat lodge ceremony, you will have the opportunity to listen to your inner voice - with the purpose of finding personal visions and solutions, or to help you internalise your own values. The group shares this tight space with each other, so respect and mindful behaviour towards others is key.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Intuition/Reflection

Solutions/Clarity

Visions/Goals Values

Close-up of a blazing campfire at night. In the blurred background, a sweat lodge made of colorful cloths can be seen.

The amphitheatre gives participants a stage from which to share visions, wishes and values. The audience may listen with quiet attentiveness or show their enthusiasm with thunderous applause.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Fulfilment

Group Spirit

Kick-off/Motivation

Creativity/Dynamism

Connection/Respect

Visions/Goals Values

Teardrop-shaped sand area with tree stumps as seats, surrounded by meadows, a low earthen mound with stones, and a view of open green spaces, a tipi, and the Vienna Woods.

These stones, with varying sizes, colours and orbits, help us to communicate. This backdrop can be used to discuss differing viewpoints and issues, difficulties and problems, but also to help find solutions to various problems. The blue stone pathway emboldens you to reflect on your own capabilities.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Challenges/Blockades

Group Spirit

Intuition/Reflection

Communication

Meadow with trees and a path. Along the path stand posts of varying heights, each topped with a blue stone – a unique design element in nature.

These two character stones with differing lines and curves can support you in finding a way to handle your private or work life, and guide you in reflecting on a particular situation. As a group, they will help to elevate how you see yourself as well as others.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Group Spirit

Mindfulness/Sincerity

Solutions/Clarity

Close-up of a large stone with engraved, gold-painted flowing ornaments on a meadow.

The cheerful, dancing wooden figures are here to help inspire you, to help you discuss project participation and the projects themselves. They will help you to break free from rigid patterns and help you to develop answers to complex questions.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Fulfilment

Group Spirit

Creativity/Dynamism

What is the issue and how does one solve it? That’s the question that the Resting Totem poses. It encourages you to speak about unfulfilled values and proposed changes. Moreover, it is always essential and alleviating to let things go. This is the place to do that.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Challenges/Blockades

Kick-off/Motivation

Values

Grounding/Courage

This way will lead you across varied footing. How do you react to that? It’s also an idea to walk with closed eyes while being led by others.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Group Spirit

Mindfulness/Sincerity

Boulders, trees and the spaces between them act as helpers in reflecting on group roles, to discuss progress on certain projects, and to discuss much needed freedoms.

Ideal for exercises relating to the following themes:

Group Spirit

Communication

Solutions/Clarity

Five people on a wooden deck by the pond – some standing, others relaxing on yellow loungers. One man explains something using a flipchart. The scene is reflected in the water, with the Vienna Woods in the background.
Summery view from the Spirit Park toward the Seminar and Event Hotel Krainerhütte, with a tipi on the lawn in the foreground and the Vienna Woods in the background. A few clouds drift across the bright blue sky.
A man atop the freestanding blue “Heaven’s Ladder,” reaching upward with outstretched arms. Behind him, a lightly clouded sky.
Seminar group on a wooden terrace by the Schwechat stream. Three participants are seated, with companions behind them placing a hand on their shoulder. In the center: a fruit basket, next to it a flipchart.
Night view of dozens of torches in a meadow, illuminating a snake-shaped earth mound with atmospheric light.
A group of men and women joyfully dances in a circle around the blue freestanding “Heaven’s Ladder.” They wave colorful ribbon wands through the air – captured on a sunny day.
A red-haired woman in a red blouse and black skirt lies peacefully in a hammock with her eyes closed. Just behind her, the gentle Schwechat stream flows by.
A group of people stands with tea cups in hand around a campfire on a sunny winter day in a snow-covered natural landscape, chatting. The sun shines through the trees in the background.
A woman and a man enjoy the spacious park area in a deck chair. Barefoot, they stretch out their legs and smile at each other. In the background, a stone pillar and a tipi are visible.
Two men and two women joyfully run through the expansive winter landscape. In the background, a person with a dog can be seen. The sun shines over the hills of the Helenental.
At night, the fairy tale place glows warmly with candles, lanterns, and torches. The large stone heads create a mystical atmosphere. A man reads aloud while listeners sit quietly on stones and the ground.
The lower body of a woman in a copper-colored, metallic shimmering dress. She stands barefoot on a large rock in the Schwechat stream, slowly dipping one foot into the water. Her shoes rest on the stone beside her.
Walking path through the expansive hotel park on a sunny day. The path winds through green meadows and forks ahead. A tipi is visible in the background.
Playground on a spacious meadow featuring a stilt house painted in red, yellow, and orange, and a zip line. Swings and a slide can be seen in the distance.
A man and a woman are having a snowball fight in a winter landscape. The man is throwing a snowball, while the woman laughs and tries to shield her face from the flying snow with her hands.
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