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Hanau, Germany · 1–11 October 2027

Grimm Autumn Retreat

Stories to step into.
Space to make something of your own.

Where stories
become inspiration.

Hanau, birthplace of the Brothers Grimm, is the starting point for a creative retreat with Alexandra de Kempf. The idea brings together art, storytelling and cultural discovery, with time to explore your imagination.

1–11 October 2027 · Hanau · English
Three participants, nine full days and ten nights in private rooms at Villa Rosenau. Creative studio work, storytelling, cultural visits and nature walks.
€1,800 programme + €1,000 accommodation per participant, total €2,800. Meals are self-organised except the included group meals. Existing programme and conditions retained for review.
50% deposit; remaining balance due 90 calendar days before the retreat. Arrival Friday, 1 October at 16:00; departure Monday, 11 October at 10:00. Final booking review is pending. Booking is not open yet.

Your studio and creative project
Work on a personal art project with Alexandra through storytelling, fairy-tale archetypes, journaling, painting and mixed-media techniques. No previous experience is needed. The studio is available daily from 09:00 to 19:00, except during planned group activities.

Culture and nature
Explore Hanau, Wilhelmsbad Park, Philippsruhe Palace and the Brothers Grimm Museum. The programme includes a guided forest excursion in the Spessart or Taunus, transport and a picnic, and a visit to Steinau an der Straße. A group lunch in Frankfurt and a shared fairy-tale dinner are included.

Your accommodation at Villa Rosenau
Each participant has a private room for ten nights in a shared three-bedroom apartment with two bathrooms. The historic villa is a short walk from the studio. Wi-Fi, coffee, tea and basic kitchen and cleaning supplies are provided. Apart from the included group meals, you organise your own meals.

Alexandra facilitates the reservation of the independently operated accommodation and receives no commission for it. The apartment is shared by up to three retreat participants. Transfers to and from Hanau main station are provided at agreed arrival and departure times. Airport taxis can be arranged at an additional cost.

Interested in joining? Write to Alexandra to ask about the plans.

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Alexandra and retreat participants gathering mushrooms in the forest
A shared day in the forest
Alexandra’s studio in HanauA private room at Villa Rosenau