MARCH IN THE LAVENDER VALLEY
Welcoming spring was loved by the Celts, Slavs, Druids, Christians, and revered throughout Europe as the most beautiful holiday of the year. In the Lavender Valley we see this traditional Czech holiday as a spring awakening and the beginning of the season of life outdoors not indoors.
The February nights are coming to an end as the sun enters the sign of Aquarius and the seeds of trees, shrubs and the whole plant kingdom awaken. The festival of light Imbolc, L'fheill Brighde carries away the ice and cold and brings sap and other juices of trees and shrubs symbols of life. The Celts brewed "birch meth" from birch sap. The birch is a tree dedicated to the goddess of light and represents new beginnings.
Celebrating nature and life
As renewal arrives and the sun's rays warm our faces, we instinctively seek its strength. To complement this feeling of revitalization, we apply the unique biodynamic Organic Skin Reparator, ensuring our skin is luxuriously hydrated, nourished, and treated with chemistry-free care.
Vesna takes over the scepter from Morena
She, who ruled the winter, gives her power to the woman of spring in the magic of the moment.
A season full of growth, renewal and hope, of first flowers and folk songs that celebrate nature, life and the opportunity for new beginnings.
Herbal baths in early spring
Our organic salts are a direct legacy of the healing Celtic herbal cauldrons, shaping traditional European medicine until the advent of modern bath products laden with harmful chemicals. While these modern products often detract from our well-being, we have meticulously blended our organic salts with the most prestigious and rare organic herbs. This combination allows you to not only create a nourishing biodynamic salad but also to experience a truly divine bathing ritual.
The most important days for the sacred healing bath - the Feast of St. George, Easter and the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. German traditional medicine reports. "One herbal bath on these days, more than nine spa baths at other times."
Celts and ancient peoples in the sweat lodge and steam bath
Across Europe, spring was traditionally a time for sweat or steam cleansing. All nations recognized the importance of detoxification for the skin, mind, and body, especially after the winter months. This practice was integral to the Celts and other ancient peoples, who utilized sweat lodges and steam baths for purification
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Drawing inspiration from the German 'Stube'—a room akin to the English 'stove'—our traditional sweat lodge at Well Being Spa Lavender Valley provides a unique cleansing experience. Here, you'll undergo personalized wraps, compresses, and care tailored to your specific ailments.
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Spring Equinox, Alban Eilir
Shortly after ten o'clock in the morning on March 20, 2025, the center of the sun crosses the celestial equator and the vernal equinox begins, which will last until June 21.
As spring awakens, the landscape transforms with the blossoming of sloes, elm, ragwort, snowdrops, primroses, nine-oaks, and hellebores. Though the woods remain dormant, the meadows, nourished by the melting snow, offer their first vibrant greetings to the sun and humankind. Notably, our neighbors in Allgäu observe Palm Sunday with a unique tradition: they create a wreath of seven green branches—boxwood, yew, juniper, thuja, monkshood, white fir, spruce, willow, and beech leaves—and fasten it to an elder cross, believing this prevents witches from concealing themselves within the tree's bark.
Let's go burn Morena
As a rule, the large straw figurine, i.e. Morena, which symbolizes winter, is thrown into the river to float away or burned, depending on the region and its customs. Dressed in an old dress and decorated with colourful ribbons, she resembles the little queen of winter.
Witness the awakening of nature in Lavender Valley, nestled within the Barrandien Geopark. Immerse yourself in the life force of ancient mineral seas and the vibrant energy of our BIO Lavender Field, Organic Damask Rose garden, Organic Herb Gardens, and Orchard. Explore local trails, delve into the wisdom of our ancestors along the Mensa Trails, and stimulate your intellect. Alternatively, simply stroll through the awakening landscape, bask in the sun within our garden, and savor the revitalizing flavors of our organic herbs and fruits. An unforgettable weekend awaits.
The outdoor exhibition "The History of European Herbs" can expand your awareness not only about the herbs themselves, but also about the history of our territory, the development of crafts and Slavic culture.
Readers' Month
Join us on the last weekend in March as we unveil a selection of engaging new books from esteemed authors and publishers. You'll find these additions in our library, a space designed for relaxation, and on the shelves of our store. These books serve as guides, offering insights into healthier, more joyful living and longevity.
OFFLINE weekends and 100+1 health in the Lavender Valley
Our workshops in the valley welcome individuals and groups, offering support for specific ailments and challenges, or simply providing a space to unwind and escape daily worries. This upcoming workshop will focus on headaches.
Art therapy, music therapy and our year-round workshops
In the workshop you can make your own Organic lavender, rose or mint sea salt, biodynamic vinegar, olive oil with herbs or cane sugar with lavender. You can also mix your own tea.
Restaurant, tea room and café
You can taste traditional dishes or just have a good lunch and not be in a hurry.
From 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. except Mondays.
Our Wellbeing area is available to you throughout the weekend.
