Embark on our Aging Well retreats in Ericeira, Portugal
Welcome to our transformative 1 or 2-week retreats, designed to provide seniors with a structured and immersive experience that maximises both physical and psychological benefits.
Our retreats in Ericeira are designed to help you establish daily habits and routines that enhance your quality of life, promoting overall wellness for both body and mind. Spend 1 or 2 transformative weeks in the picturesque town of Ericeira, Portugal, where you’ll experience the exceptional and safe quality of Portuguese life. Immerse yourself in the rich Portuguese heritage while engaging in a holistic program tailored to boost your vitality and well-being for the years ahead. Join us and discover a new path to a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Why 1 to 2 weeks and not just a few days?
1. Time to adapt and build habits
- Physical Adaptation: The body and mind need time to adjust to new routines like exercise or mindfulness.
- Habit Formation: One or two weeks to help establish healthy habits you can continue post-retreat.
2. Deeper Learning and Skill Development
- Deep Learning: Longer stays allow for in-depth workshops on nutrition, stress management, and fitness.
- Skill Acquisition: Gain practical skills like healthy cooking and balance techniques.
3. Holistic healing and wellness
- Detoxification: Extended time supports detoxing from stress and unhealthy habits, promoting mental clarity.
- Mental Clarity: Experience greater relaxation, reduced anxiety, and renewed purpose.
4. Sustainable change
- Behavioural Change: Real transformation takes consistency. A longer retreat fosters lasting lifestyle and mindset shifts.
- Supportive Environment: Build connections in a supportive community that encourages growth.
5. Physical benefits
- Improved Fitness: Regular exercise sessions can lead to noticeable improvements in strength, flexibility, and mobility.
- Healthier Eating Habits: Consistent exposure to healthy eating practices and nutritional education helps participants develop better dietary habits.
Whether you choose 1 or 2 weeks, the retreat is designed to help provide lasting physical and mental benefits, making it a truly life-changing experience.
Our retreat venues in and around Ericeira, Portugal
We will host our retreats in 2 different venues: Quinta Raposeiros: retreats 1, 2, 6 and 7 The Long Barn: retreats 3, 4 and 5.
Quinta Raposeiros
Retreat dates (2 weeks)
- Retreat 1: 25 Feb – 10 March 2025 – Launch offer
- Retreat 2: 31 March – 13 April 2025 – Special Offer on 2nd person
- Retreat 6: 21 Oct – 03 Nov 2025 –
- Retreat 7: 14 Nov – 27 Nov 2025
With a privileged location between the sea and the valley of Praia de São Lourenço, Quinta dos Raposeiros is located a few steps outside Ericeira, in a welcoming, peaceful and relaxing space, surrounded by the green of the trees that offers 11 hectares of nature. Among pine trees and fruit trees, it is a privileged space to revitalise and decompress, in the quiet of the countryside, with the blue sea in the background and an enchanting surrounding landscape. We love the 6 premium double rooms booked for you, with fantastic views onto the ocean. The studio for our morning practice routines has an incredible space, indoor and outdoor and breathtaking views on Sao Lourenço beach. Each spacious studio (31sqm) can receive either a single person, a couple, or 2 friends. Central heating, 2 swimming pools, common spaces, a huge park to walk, and a nice path to get to Sao Lorenço beach.
The Long Barn
Retreat dates (1 week)
- Retreat 3: 05 May -12 May 2025
- Retreat 4: 02 June -09 June 2025
- Retreat 5: 26 Sept – 03 Oct 2025
Nestled in the charming coastal town of Ericeira, very close to Ribeira d’illhas Eco Surf Reserve, The Long Barn offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern comfort, ideal for tranquil retreat, perfect for those looking to unwind and reconnect with nature. The Long Barn features spacious rooms, each designed with your comfort in mind. We have 6 rooms to accommodate friends, couples and individuals. The beautiful 2 bedrooms by the pool, on the ground floor share a unique large bathroom with shower and bathtub, the others have their private en-suite bathroom. Enormous common space so everybody can relax his way, and underfloor heating if necessary.
A range of activities for a balanced programme
4 days a week
8 - 9am
Breakfast
9 - 12pm
Morning routine 1
Coffee break
Morning routine 2
12.30 - 2pm
Free time
Lunch at venue
Free time
2.30 - 6pm
Bluceira community projects
Activities such as: ceramics workshop, co-gardening, cooking workshop, community restaurant
Talk, game and dinner at venue
1 day a week
8 - 9am
Breakfast
9 - 12pm
Outdoor moving activity (walking, hula hoop, dancing…)
Coffee break
12.30 - 2pm
Free time
Lunch at venue
Free time
2.30 - 6pm
Bluceira community projects
Activities such as: ceramics workshop, co-gardening, cooking workshop, community restaurant
Talk, game and dinner at venue
1 day a week
8 - 9am
Breakfast
9 - 12pm
Tourism visit:
Bites of Portugal, around Ribatejo, Alentejo and Leiria
12.30 - 2pm
Lunch outside
2.30 - 6pm
Tourism visit:
Bites of Portugal, around Ribatejo, Alentejo and Leiria
Talk, game and dinner at venue
About the physical activity program: We combine practices to enhance mobility, flexibility, balance, and strength, sessions are held indoors or outdoors depending on the activity and weather conditions. About breaks and meals: You always have access to a healthy breakfast, including fruits, avocados, nuts, eggs, breads, yogurts, juices, and hot beverages. Additionally, a private chef crafts fresh lunches and dinners. About enjoying bites of Portugal: Once a week, we explore Portugal’s heritage sites like Óbidos, Santarém, Évora, and the Batalha and Alcobaça Monasteries, with guided tours and free time to enjoy the surroundings. About evenings: Evenings at Bluceira are a time to relax and enjoy each other’s company. For those interested, we have informal board game nights and, once a week, an expert-led discussion on strategies to enhance aging well.
About Bluceira community projects: we believe in creating meaningful, enjoyable experiences that foster connection and a sense of purpose—both within our group and the broader Ericeira community.. Mural delivered to Ericeira city: Throughout our 2025 retreats, we will collaborate to design and create a mural made from individually crafted tiles. Under the guidance of ceramist Chila, each participant will contribute to a unique artwork that will be gifted to the city of Ericeira. Cooperative gardening: In partnership with a local farmer, we explore seasonal cultivation, sometimes joined by schoolchildren. Harvests may support local families and associations. Community restaurant: Alongside our two chefs, we prepare a warm, simple, and convivial dinner for guests from the Ericeira community—an opportunity to connect, share, and celebrate together.
Introducing our expert partners
At our retreats, we are proud to collaborate with experienced professionals who are leaders in their respective fields. Their expertise and dedication significantly contribute to the success and richness of our programs. Here’s a look at our esteemed partners:
Eating well: Our two alternating private chefs cater to your every need with one focus, to delight your palate and demonstrate the art of healthy eating. Healthy nutrition is a key factor in preserving our long-term health and well-being: maintaining our vitality, slowing cognitive decline, and preventing the loss of muscle and bone mass. You won’t find a specific diet at Bluceira, but we will listen to your special requirements. All meals are fresh, mainly locally sourced. It is quite easy to get fresh fish seafood and fresh vegetables in Ericeira! And there is an amazing sourdough bread tradition in Portugal! Moving your body: We are delighted to collaborate with a diverse team of coaches who will support you in your journey towards a healthier body. They employ various techniques to alleviate aches and pains while infusing an element of enjoyment and relaxation into the process. Their personalized guidance ensures that you adopt routines and habits that enhance your physical and mental well-being.
Engaging: We meet, share, and experience with local Portuguese people from Ericeira. A skillful combination of these three elements seems to us to be a good way to feel valued as an individual again, regain confidence, and find meaning in life beyond the word “retirement,” which is sometimes misconstructued as “inactive.” We are very lucky to have crossed with some unique personalities who are thrilled to get involved in our Bluceira community projects. Each of our partners is committed to providing you with an enriching experience. Their contributions ensure that our retreats offer not just relaxation, but a comprehensive journey towards a healthier, more balanced, and fulfilling life. Join us in Ericeira and benefit from the expertise and passion of our exceptional team.
Pricing
Enhance your future years starting from €205 per day for a double room or €257 per day for a single room. Rates vary depending on the selected period. Contact us for detailed pricing information by retreat and package options.
What’s included? Accommodation: Comfortable and cosy lodging. Meals and Drinks: Every meal with non-alcoholic beverages provided, a selection of fine Portuguese wines and beers on some occasions. Activities: Access to all planned activities and events led by artists and professionals.
Guided Visits: Guided visits included (Alentejo, Ribatejo, Leiria district), with full lunch on site. Physical Activities: 4 to 8 morning sessions with dedicated practitioners. Transport: Transfers to Ericeira village and for the guided visits.
What’s not included Travel: Plane or rail tickets, airport transfers. Insurance: Travel insurance. Day off Meals, once a week Extras: Massages, personal training, any health-related expenses on-site, alcoholic drinks with meals
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