The first Ayurveda Resort that doesn’t just welcome you, but transforms you.
Embark on a journey to yourself and gradually bring body, mind, and soul into harmony. European Ayurveda® inspires you to live a healthier life. You learn to be at peace with yourself and nature – consciously, according to your type, and in rhythm with what benefits you.
In one of Tyrol’s most energetic locations, the high plateau of the Thiersee Valley, lies the gem that is the European Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof. This is where you’ll find the Far Eastern healing art in the heart of Europe – and a place where it is further developed: for the challenges of our time, for sustainable regeneration, and for a long, fulfilling life in balance.
European Ayurveda® combines the wisdom of Ayurveda with modern research on cell health, epigenetics, and energy in the body. From this, we develop individual treatments, Ayurveda cures, nutrition, and regeneration at our Ayurveda hotel in Austria – so that you feel healthy, balanced, and well.
With the many years of experience of our Ayurveda doctors, the queen of all Ayurveda cures, Panchakarma, receives a European orientation. The Panchakarma cure creates a new source of strength within you. It offers you the opportunity to sustainably slow down, release old burdens, and detoxify body and mind.
With our award-winning Ayurveda Detox Cures, you give your body, mind, and soul the chance to detoxify, refocus on the essentials, and feel more lightness in your life. By letting go of old beliefs, you become emotionally stronger and are ready to make your visions a reality.
Longevity is more than the absence of illness. It arises where you are at peace within yourself, your systems can regenerate, and you reconnect with yourself. In our Longevity Cures, we combine millennia-old knowledge with modern life rhythms – for a sustainably healthy lifestyle that feels right.
Do you want to detoxify physically and mentally? By letting go of old patterns and beliefs, you become emotionally stronger and are ready to make your visions a reality. Allow yourself to be holistically reset through physical treatments, coaching, and yoga sessions, and regain your strength and creativity.
If you want to give yourself a conscious break and experience the world of European Ayurveda® at your individual pace, our retreats are perfect for you. You’ll enjoy Ayurveda treatments, gentle yoga and meditation sessions, and the Sonnhof pampering board of your choice. If you wish to delve deeper, you always have the option to book an additional consultation, nutritional counseling, coaching, mentoring, or a premium program.
Sometimes change doesn’t begin with a grand decision. But with a moment of pause. With a cup of tea.
In our podcast Tea Time, Elisabeth Naschberger-Mauracher takes you into the world of European Ayurveda®. Episode by episode, conversations and thoughts emerge around regeneration and healthy routines, inner balance, and the question of how Ayurvedic knowledge can enrich our European daily lives.
Discover how Christian Bischoff, together with Elisabeth Mauracher and Ayurveda doctor Gaurav Sharma, deciphers the world of European Ayurveda®. Deep insights, personal experiences, and valuable impulses for your health.
Episode 534:
Ayurveda, the Holistic Path for Body, Mind & Soul
Episode 415:
Unleash Your Full Potential with Ayurveda
Episode 116:
Ayurveda – Interview with Dr. Gaurav Sharma
Christian’s Experience Reports (Solo Episodes):Christian reports here on his personal cures at the Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof and what he learned for his mindset:
Episode 519:
Ayurveda Cure for Your Health – My Experience Report
Episode 331:
My Most Valuable Insights from My Ayurveda Cure
"Indian Oasis of Well-being in Tyrol"
Contradictory at first glance, then so harmoniously implemented: At Sonnhof, the Ayurvedic philosophy is interpreted in all details in a European, down-to-earth way and made sensually tangible – from the personal welcome at reception to the design of the rooms, the delicious-healthy food, the well-founded advice in the Ayurveda center, the wonderfully soothing treatments by warm and competent people, to the variety of saunas in the spa area. I will definitely treat myself to relaxation and rejuvenation at this extraordinary place of well-being again!
"The Sonnhof is my Place of Strength and Energy"
For years I have been coming back here and can observe how everything becomes even more beautiful and harmonious with every renovation. In this truly unique atmosphere, you quickly return to your own balance, recharge your batteries, and take away new impulses. Here, people have open hearts, from the staff at the reception or the service personnel to the therapists. Not to forget Doctor Sharma, who is simply an angel to me, even if that's not quite his religion. Thank you for this place, I feel really good here!
The Sonnhof has become a place where I can recover mentally and physically. If you commit to the Ayurvedic cure, it can be a magical place to reshape your life and recharge your energy. But you can also simply enjoy the peace and beauty of the place, the warm hospitality, the delicious food, and the excellent treatments. The cozy, family-run hotel offers the best Ayurvedic treatments outside of India. The locally sourced food is simply outstanding. There are also yoga or meditation classes several times a day. The staff is a very special team: charming and tirelessly helpful. It is the perfect place to escape the stress of everyday life and focus entirely on your own well-being.
"It doesn't get any better"
I am always very happy with my stay at the beautiful Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof in Hinterthiersee. It has become like a second home, a refuge and an oasis of regeneration and tranquility, and the Mauracher family has become very dear friends. The property is beautiful. All employees are like one big family, always very hospitable, courteous, lovable, professional – simply perfect for feeling good and being pampered. The applications and treatments are a dream and have a truly lasting effect! The Ayurvedic, vegetarian, and vegan cuisine is simply unbeatable, varied, with self-produced and regional products, high-quality, lovingly prepared, and simply worthy of awards.
I am very grateful that you exist!
I have been involved with Ayurveda for 25 years in various places around the world: Asia/Europe/Middle East – and therefore consider myself a kind of "connoisseur" in this field. I must say that my stay at the Sonnhof Resort exceeded my expectations: The hotel experience and medical care are unsurpassed. The professionalism, hospitality, quality, and attention to detail of ALL employees are breathtaking. I arrived with a critical attitude, and the next day I was taken on a journey of relaxation and self-discovery.
Planet Earth and Your Health
Our mission with our Ayurveda Hotel Sonnhof is to also support sustainable programs and, together with our official partner, Impact Hero, make a significant contribution to a more sustainable future. To create a positive impact, we donate €5 per cure to “Grow my Tree” so that new trees can be planted and, at the same time, awareness of the importance of sustainable development is raised.
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European Ayurveda® is a further development of traditional Ayurvedic teachings, specifically tailored to the needs of Western people. It combines the knowledge of traditional Ayurveda with modern science and Western medicine.
The focus is on holistic and individual care, as well as practical implementation in everyday life. Nutrition, herbs, and treatments are adapted to the Central European lifestyle and focus on typical complaints.
Our Ayurveda Cures are divided into three areas of expertise:
EA Detox: Panchakarma and Ayurdetox Cures deeply cleanse body, mind, and soul, strengthening the immune system and gut.
EA Balance: Gently regenerate your body and mind with a Rasayana Cure or intensively with a Longevity Cure. With the Ayurveda Plus Cure, you can also place a special focus on your musculoskeletal system. For healthy longevity and more balance.
EA Energy: Replenish your energy reserves with a Summer Freshness Cure and release emotional blockages with our Emotional Healing Cure.
Tip: Find the right Ayurveda cure for your needs with our Cure Finder. For shorter stays, our Ayurveda Programs are also good options.
For a profound Ayurveda cure, you should plan at least 7 nights. If you are planning a shorter stay of 4 nights or less, an Ayurveda program or an AyurDetox short cleanse are good options.
A professional Ayurveda cure costs from approx. 1,200 Euros (plus room rate). This includes a detailed pulse diagnosis and consultation, as well as subsequent Ayurvedic massages and treatments. Meals and spa use are also covered.
No, you do not need any prior knowledge for your stay at the Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof. If you wish to undergo an Ayurveda cure with us, we will gladly provide you with tips for cure preparation in advance.
Our yoga sessions are also accessible to all levels. It’s not about performance, but about conscious body movement and mental mindfulness.
Ayurveda cures in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland are generally not considered health insurance benefits in the classical sense. Therefore, they are usually not fully covered by statutory health insurance.
However, some private health insurance companies or supplementary insurances may reimburse individual treatments.
Please clarify with your insurance company in advance which treatments they would cover. We then ask you to inform us before payment if you require an extra invoice so that we can issue it on-site. Once the invoice has been finalized, we cannot make any changes to it.
Note: Our Ayurveda practitioners do not have a conventional medical doctor’s title, therefore they are not recognized by health insurance in all cases. We have a conventional medical doctor on-site once a week. An additional consultation can gladly be booked with him.
Especially for exhaustion and stress-related issues, digestive problems, hormonal imbalances, skin problems, and sleep disorders, an Ayurveda cure can help alleviate symptoms.
Many of our guests also come to us with migraines and back or joint problems. Ayurveda can also help with chronic illnesses or after a serious illness through its holistic approach and individual consultation.
In our EA Online Shop you will find high-quality Ayurveda products for home use. Whether European Ayurveda Home Cures, Ayurvedic foods and supplements, cosmetics, or cookbooks – bring Ayurveda home with ease.
Yes, during the cure, we primarily use plant-based products and have many vegan dishes. All cures can therefore be designed to be vegan.
The Sonnhof was awarded “World’s Best Detox Program” at the World Luxury Spa Awards in both 2024 and 2025. The resort also impresses with Google reviews, boasting a rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 215 reviews.
Regardless of awards, you can recognize a good Ayurveda hotel by five verifiable criteria: a medical anamnesis at the start of the cure, an Ayurveda physician on-site, a minimum cure duration of several days, its own Ayurvedic kitchen, and well-trained therapists.
Every cure can be changed on-site if needed. Since we address the individual needs of our guests for every cure, each cure is adapted to you anyway.
Yes, our Ayurveda physicians, specialists, and therapists individually accompany guests during their stay.
Furthermore, our conventional medical doctor, Dr. Sinop, is on-site once a week. Our psychosocial counselor and coach, Harald Niederl, provides emotional and mental support.
Yes, many of our guests experience Ayurveda with us for the first time. You do not need any prior knowledge and can enjoy Ayurveda even as a beginner.
Depending on the booked program, Ayurvedic full board, teas, and individually tailored meals are included.
For our cures, the main meal takes place at midday and includes a light 3-course detox menu. In the evening, depending on the cure, a soup or a soup and a main course are served.
Breakfast is warm, depending on the cure, and usually includes porridge, stewed fruits, or Kichari. However, each meal plan is adjusted for our guests according to their cure.
We are a meat-free establishment. Every evening, there is the option of a fish main course.
Yes, please inform the European Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof about any allergies or special dietary needs before your arrival.
No, classic Ayurvedic detox programs are mostly based on light, nourishing nutrition instead of complete fasting – meaning there is an adapted meal every day. A gentle fasting day is often integrated into the course of the cure.
In general, exercise is possible during the course of the cure. However, during the detoxification phase of the cure, extreme sports should be avoided, and gentler activities should be preferred.
Yoga from the weekly program, as well as walks and light hikes, can be done throughout the entire stay.
The resort is located in a quiet panoramic position in Hinterthiersee in Tyrol, surrounded by mountains, nature, and hiking trails – about 20 minutes from Kufstein.
Arrival is possible by car, train, or plane. The nearest train station is Kufstein. Airports in Innsbruck, Munich, and Salzburg are easily accessible.
Yes, guests have free parking available at the resort.
The European Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof combines the millennia-old healing art of Ayurveda with medical expertise. Every cure begins with a detailed pulse diagnosis and consultation by our Ayurveda physicians, based on which treatments and nutrition are tailored to your constitutional type. Additionally, our conventional medical doctor, Dr. Sinop, is on-site once a week for an additional medical consultation.
Our psychosocial counselor Harald Niederl provides emotional support. This interplay of Ayurveda physicians, conventional medicine, and psychosocial care makes the Sonnhof one of the few Ayurveda hotels in Tyrol with continuously medically supervised processes.
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