A Taste of Bornholm – Sjælegård Retreat is a complete getaway for groups looking to discover Bornholm at a relaxed, mindful pace. With Sjælegård Countryside Lodge as their base, guests have time to settle in, share meals, explore nature and discover the island’s ingredients, producers and stories.
The retreat brings together food, nature and a sense of community. Guests gather around the long table, the campfire and local flavours, but the experience is about more than meals. It is also about the landscape around Sjælegård, foraging, rewilding, local producers, stories of Bornholm and the sense of calm that comes when the programme has room to breathe.
The retreat can be tailor-made for your group and its aims. It can be a corporate retreat, a shared break for a team, an inspiring weekend for food and nature lovers, or a tailor-made stay for a group wishing to experience Bornholm with all their senses, curiosity and time for reflection.
Before, during and after
The retreat begins before you even set off. Guests receive a short information pack with the programme, a packing list and an introduction to the people and places they will encounter. During the stay, shared reflections and a simple activity or prompt bring the experiences together, helping the group turn their encounters with Bornholm into fresh perspectives.
After the trip, guests can take home simple recipes, local treats or materials to keep the experience alive.
Programme
Day 1 – arrival, settling in and coming together
Guests arrive at Sjælegård and settle into the peaceful surroundings of the lodge. We gather around the large oak table for an informal welcome and an introduction to the rhythm of the weekend. Once everyone has arrived, we head out into the area around Sjælegård for a gentle introduction to the place, its landscape and the herbs and plants growing nearby. The walk can include foraging, rewilding and stories about how the natural surroundings of Sjælegård help shape the experience.
In the evening, the group comes together to cook over an open fire. The chef leads the way, with guests actively taking part in smaller tasks. We then share dinner at the long table or around the fire. The evening draws to a close with storytelling, a talk or shared reflection.
Day 2 – flavours, producers and Bornholm
The day begins with a leisurely breakfast at Sjælegård. We then head out across Bornholm to meet selected food and drink producers. The programme is tailored to the season and the group, typically focusing on flavour, craftsmanship, ingredients and the people behind the island’s produce.
Lunch or tastings are included along the way as part of the visits. The afternoon is deliberately kept flexible, leaving time for conversation, reflection, a short group activity or exploring independently. Dinner can take place at a selected restaurant or be included elsewhere in the programme.
Day 3 – breakfast and departure
The retreat ends with breakfast, a relaxed closing session and departure. There is the option of a short group reflection, giving guests a chance to share their impressions of the stay.
Perfect for
Leadership teams, company teams, boards, international guests, professional delegations and private groups looking for a retreat with calm, depth, local flavours and a strong connection to Bornholm.
Explore Bornholm’s different areas
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Led by inspiring guides
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