Exploring Health Resorts in Nature (great for hiking and cycling!)

Monchique Resort & Spa, Portugal

The resort is situated in one of the most beautiful nature areas in the Algarve. The location will blow you away; tucked away in the mountains of Monchique. Tip! Take a walk to the ‘Caldas de Monchique’ where you find the thermal water source. It is worth drinking the fresh mountain water which contains many healthy minerals.

Ayurveda Resort Mandira, Austria

A unique combination of Ayurveda and the healing thermal waters of Eastern Styria at a fabulous European Ayurveda Resort with Asian vibes. The European Ayurveda Resort Mandira is situated in the hills of Bad Waltersdorf, the Styrian Thermalarea in Austria’s eastern tip. Mandira is surrounded by vineyards and orchards: a landscape that strongly encourages relaxation, healing and rejuvenation.

La Clairière Bio & Spa hotel, France

Right in the middle of Alsace’s forest, La Clairière is one of the first holistic hotels in France. Eastern treatments (ayurveda, acupuncture), vegan options on the menu and a mesmerizing spa. This place encourages you to live a healthier life. La Clairière is located near La Petite Pierre, a picturesque village in Alsace, in the quiet setting of a natural park recognized by UNESCO.

Sentido Galomar, Madeira

This fantastic adults-only holiday resort by the sea offers an impressive list of activities that challenge even the most active holidaymakers. Madeira is the Island of Body & Mind and great for hiking and cycling. Galomar is located on the cliff of a private bay at marine reserve, Garajau in the Atlantic Ocean. A top location for swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving and for enjoying the fantastic views.

New Life Portugal

New Life’s New Life Portugal is a mindfulness center for burnout recovery. Their mission is to provide support for anyone who wishes to cultivate their sustainable wellbeing. The holistic programs consist of a mix of therapies and sessions: one-on-one coaching, meditation, yoga, awareness, movement and various holistic workshops. New Life is the perfect place for your personal development, improving your mental and physical health and burnout recovery. And all this in a peaceful place surrounded by nature.

Thermana Park Laško, Slovenia

An authentic Ayurveda centre, a medical wellbeing center, thermal water and a large spa. In spring and autumn, Thermana Park Laško is the perfect wellness destination. In summer, it is the ideal holiday destination with children. Thermana Park Laško sits at the heart of Slovenia. The town of Laško, renowned for its healing mineral springs, is no more than fifteen minutes away. On the banks of the river Savinja, the hotel is part of a large wellness park and in the middle of nature. The place is surrounded by gorgeous green hills, great for hiking and cycling. 

The Retreat Costa Rica

The Retreat Costa Rica is one of the best luxury wellness boutique resort and spas, where organic gardens, lush landscapes, chirping birds, and technicolor sunsets are the setting for healing journeys. Panoramic views of Costa Rica’s green hillscape on the one side, and the Pacific Ocean on the other. At The Retreat – situated on a 50-acre a 50-acre quartz mountain with healing properties overlooking the Pacific Ocean – you’ll be surrounded by nature.

MasQi - The Energy House, Spain

A small, luxury adults-only yoga and meditation resort in a stylish 19th century farmhouse in the centre of a nature park. The perfect place in which to connect with yourself and with nature. MasQi is situated between Alicante and Valencia in the heart of the Mariola mountain range. Most impressive is the Yoga Dome on the edge of the forest: a sensational domed building into which natural light streams through the transparent glass. Hear the birdsong and feel the sun’s rays.

Hotel Alpino Atlantico Ayurveda, Madeira

Ayurveda in one of Madeira’s most beautiful seaside resorts. Alpino Atlántico combines authentic treatments with a spectacular setting: Madeira. The island of flowers, lovely walks and a mild climate. Not to mention the home of Alpino Atlántico. The resort is located on a cliff on the south coast of the island in a protected maritime reserve, on the crystal-clear waters of the Lido Galomar bay.

Aava Resort & Spa, Thailand

Aava Resort & Spa sits peacefully among the untouched natural splendour of Khanom, on the Thai mainland. The intimate resort is surrounded by virgin white beaches - stretching up to nine kilometres long – and breath-taking natural phenomena, among which waterfalls. Khanom is the chosen habitat of the rare pink dolphin. You can catch a glimpse of these stunning creatures during of the boat trips. Nearby is Khao Sok National Park, an amazing place. It is covered by the oldest evergreen rainforest in the world, huge limestone mountains shooting straight up in the air, deep valleys, breathtaking lakes and exciting caves. 

Shanti-Som, Spain

The beauty and serenity of Bali yet closer to home. This is Shanti-Som. Secluded and intimate. This is where you’ll rediscover yourself. What a majestic view! Hidden away in the mountains of Andalusia, Shanti-Som looks out on to the Sierra de las Nieves and a nature reserve. If you’re looking to relax in a lovely environment where you’ll be more than well looked after, this is the place for you. Small yet luxurious, comfortable and professional: perfect!

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Marleen

This blog is written by Marleen, the founder of PureandCure.com. She travels around the world in search of the best Health & Wellbeing Hotels, Spas and Retreats and shares her know-how, experiences and observations through her blogs.