Europe contains spectacular scenery and amazing tourist attractions. Historical venues and top world attractions are always popular, whether you live in a European country or are visiting as a tourist or on business. But Europe is also famous for its healing and wellness retreats, and is much sought-after when you need to focus on your health.
You may be traveling for business, need to take some time away for your health, or just want something a little special during a vacation. No matter the reason for being in Europe, you should consider adding a detox retreat into your itinerary.
A detox retreat is a specialized wellness getaway, a 5-star luxury hotel designed to help cleanse the body and mind from toxins, stress, and unhealthy habits. These retreats typically combine elements of diet, physical activity, and relaxation to promote rejuvenation and improved overall health.
There are numerous healing spas and detox retreats all over Europe, but some healing and detox retreats tend to stand out above others.
Here is a list of the top five detox retreats in Europe based on amenities, location, and programs:
Lanserhof
Lanserhof is considered by some to be the world’s best longevity clinic. With several different locations throughout Europe, including branches in Germany, Austria, and London, the Lanserhof Resorts have been going strong for 40 years.
Lanserhof Resorts are based primarily on the Lanserhof Concept, which combines traditional naturopathy with the latest medical findings. The main principal behind the Lanserhof Concept is the Lanserhof fasting method, which is considered a “thorough regeneration of the intestines to revitalize the life forces”.
Lanserhof contains a complete medical team and offers services like:
- Check-up and advanced diagnostics
- Physical medicine
- Detox and regeneration
- Sleep medicine and biorhythms
- Phytotherapy
There is a minimum stay of 7 nights, and a minimum age of 16 (accompanied by parent or guardian). The doctors at Lanserhof recommend a minimum stay of 10-14 nights for maximum results.
Price
Accommodation prices start at 580 Euros and go up from there. They offer rooms, apartments, and suites, so it depends on how luxurious you wish your stay to be.
Program prices range from EUR 2,890 for the Lanserhof Cure Classic, a 7-8 night treatment program, to more specific or longer treatment programs, which can cost upwards of 8,000 Euros. It just depends on what program you’re looking for, and how long you can stay.
Clinique La Prairie
With resorts in Switzerland and China, and soon to be Saudi Arabia, Clinique La Prairie has been engineering longevity for nine decades. It was founded by Dr. Paul Niehans, who accomplished groundbreaking work in regenerative medicine and cellular therapy.
Clinique La Prairie offers a variety of longevity programs:
- Revitalization
- Detox and Vitality
- Cognitive Performance
- Radiant Beauty
- Vitality
Prices vary depending on what program you’re interested in and how long you want to stay. For a basic Detox Reset program, prices start at CHF 11’250, and include a stay of five days and four nights. This includes full board and accommodation.
The basic Detox Reset focuses on medical, nutrition, movement, and wellbeing, which includes such amenities as:
- 3 Detoxifying Signature massages
- 1 cryotherapy session
- 1 cellular detoxifying facial
- 1 cellular detoxifying body scrub & wrap
- 2 sessions of toxin cleansing far-infratherapy
Clinique La Prairie offers a holistic approach and is reputed to be a transformative journey of inner growth, detox, and wellbeing.
Here’s our editor’s own experience at Clinique La Prairie.
Palace Merano
Palace Merano is located in Italy, Europe, and is renowned for its committed and skillful staff. It’s led by Dr. Massimiliano Mayrhofer, and is a 5 star luxury hotel known for its Revital Method.
Some programs offered are:
Detox and Longevity Program
This program is recommended for those wanting to give their body and mind a cleanse. It offers a medical consultation, where a treatment plan will be compiled that includes a detoxifying diet, exercise, and various therapies.
Included in a starting price of around $5,000 USD for a shared room, and $5,320 USD for single accommodations, this five-night program includes:
- Detox diet
- 1x Bioenergy check-up
- 3x Bioenergy treatments
- 1x Cryotherapy or Floating or Postural assessment
- 4x Energy massages
- 4x Hydro-energy treatments
With a beautiful mountain view, fresh mountain air, and luxurious trees, the peaceful scenery and surrounding nature provide a first step in the path to better health.
Ayurveda Resort Mandira
Have you ever imagined getting a proper Ayurveda treatment anywhere but in Asia? Now, you can combine the solid, traditional Ayurveda foundations with the beautiful scenery of Austria’s hill country, and all without the long travel.
Based on solid Ayurveda principles but tailored to fit Western lifestyles, Ayurveda Resort Mandira offers a holistic retreat under Ayurvedic specialists and therapists. Daily yoga, breathing exercises, and plenty of meditation are included in the daily itinerary at this scenic and peaceful retreat.
Some amenities you can look forward to:
Vegetarian Cuisine
Sourced on local farms and markets, the ingredients for all dishes are top-rate. Adapted to suit Western taste buds, the cuisine allows you to enjoy traditional Ayurveda principles of healing without sacrificing your taste buds.
Numerous Amenities
From a thermal spa to fitness centers and pools, the amenities at Ayurveda Resort provide plenty of relaxation and entertainment. Or, you can discover the amazing natural beauty of the area while partaking in a cycling or hiking tour.
Tailor-Made Ayurveda Programs
After an intense anamnesis (the taking of a person’s personal medical history), a unique program is designed with your specific requirements in mind. They can be adapted to fit your needs at any time.
From detox treatments to longevity programs, Ayurveda Resort Mandira offers highly-skilled and world-renowned specialists to assist you in your detox and spa treatments. And, it also provides a spiritually-soothing environment to add to your experience.
Prices for a 2-day program begin at £529 pp for a shared room, with board and the program included, and £689 for a single room.
Chenot Palace Weggis
Fancy a trip to the Swiss Alps? It’s hard to find a better location for spa or detox treatment programs. Chenot Palace Weggis is located right at the foot of the Swiss Alps along the shores of Lake Lucerne, providing a peaceful and soothing atmosphere in which to complete your healing retreat.
The latest scientific advances in Western medicine are combined with the principles of traditional Chinese healing at this medical spa facility. Food is an integral part of the program, and Chenot Palace offers healthy but delicious dishes that are designed to detoxify, heal, protect, and stimulate metabolic efficiency.
Prices start at CHF 5’500 for the Advanced Detox program and increase from there, depending on which program and amenities you choose. Accommodation and full board are included.
Programs
The programs offered require a 7 day minimum stay, and include a meal regime that contains 850kcal per day. Each program also includes 36 diagnostics and treatments. The main programs are:
- Advanced Detox
- Recover and Energise
- Prevention and Aging Well
With the use of cellular resonance therapies, specialized massage techniques, electrostimulation and essential oils, hydro-aromatherapies, high-pressure showers, and mud wrapping, treatments are carried out under medical supervision. The programs are designed for maximum healing results within just one week.
Chenot Palace was also declared the winner of the World’s Best Detox Programme in 2024 for the fourth year running.
Although it may not technically qualify as a detox retreat, I had to include the Blue Lagoon Retreat Spa in Iceland. If you happen to be traveling to the Nordic regions, it offers an amazing experience that combines beautiful views and ocean air with geothermal ocean waters and access to the Blue Lagoon.
Some special features are a Lava restaurant that features Icelandic classics, in-water massage treatments, float therapy, and spa therapies. The best feature is, of course, the cavernous space of three interconnected chambers that contains bioactive treasures—silica, algae, and mineral.
This few-hour or all-day program is intended for those short on time but desiring a special relaxation experience. The five-hour experience starts at only USD 577.
There are numerous detox retreat options in Europe, and even more wellness and healing spas. But for a well-rounded and thoroughly satisfying spa and relaxation experience, one of these top detox retreat programs in Europe should set you on the path to inner peace and healing.
Best Wellness Retreats in Europe for 2025 List:
- The Kusnacht Practice (Switzerland) – Best for mental health and recovery.
- Lanserhof (Germany, Austria, UK) – Best for longevity and advanced medical detox.
- Clinique La Prairie (Switzerland) – Best for medical spa, luxury wellness and detox.
- Palace Merano (Italy) – Best for personalized detox and weight management.
- Ayurveda Resort Mandira (Austria) – Best for Ayurveda and holistic healing.
- Chenot Palace Weggis (Switzerland) – Best for advanced detox and anti-aging.
- RAKxa Wellness Castelfalfi (Italy) – Best for holistic treatments in Tuscany.
- Grand Resort Bad Ragaz (Switzerland) – Best for thermal spa therapies.
- The Well Spa (Norway) – Best for diverse global spa experiences.
- Shamballah Retreats (Portugal) – Best for yoga and mindfulness in nature.
Featured photo: Grand Resort Bad Ragaz (resortragaz.ch).
