TINHELA610 BLOG

Last summer, we held our first Artist Residence. Here, Alice Artur, one of the artists, recounts her own landscape of the time spent at Tinhela610. Tinhela610 is one of those places where time passes differently. The imposing landscape and the built structures perfectly complement the unique scenery, full of nooks and crannies created by the river, different rhythms and tones. It's a valley with many places within it. For any artist who wishes to feel in touch with themselve

As the year softens into winter and the world glows a little brighter, there is no better moment to offer yourself — or someone you love — the promise of deep rest. Our signature Peace of Mind  retreat is returning in 2026 for five editions. For this month only, we open the doors wide with a special December gift: book now and join us at the special price of 999€ instead of 1200€ per person sharing a double cabin. This is a rare chance to step away from noise, reconnect wi

A recent study from UC San Diego confirms what we witness here at Tinhela610 every week: a meditation retreat doesn’t just relax you — it  reprograms  the body ( source here ). In only a few days of daily meditation, researchers found significant shifts in brain networks, metabolism, immune signalling, and even natural pain-relief chemistry. This is exactly what we practice at Tinhela610 on our signature retreats. Every morning, before breakfast, and every evening, before din

That which we call a rose by any other word would smell as sweet" When we first stood on this land in June 2015, cradled by silence and...

The Healing Heat: Why Finnish Sauna is a Gift to Body and Soul Experience it at Tinhela610’s new one-day program, RE.WILD. At Tinhela610,...

A Return to the Essentials Artist Residency | 10–17 August 2025 in theTrás-os-Montes region of Northern Portugal In the quiet wilderness...

Tinhela610's response to cultivating sustainability and green tourism in the northern Portugal region. The earth calls, and we answer......

Rewilding at Tinhela610: A Transformative Journey Back to Yourself In the quiet sanctuary of Tinhela610 , nestled within the untouched...

In an age of constant noise and digital overwhelm, Henry David Thoreau’s call to “live deliberately” feels more relevant than ever. His...

At Tinhela610, we invite you to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and inner transformation during an exceptional six-day,...

In a world that rarely pauses, where inner reserves are drained by the relentless demands of daily life, come try out new weekend getaway.

As an executive who thrives on pushing boundaries, whether through intense athletic challenges or the rejuvenating plunge of a cold-water...

Step into our world at Tinhela610. For the modern high achiever, life often feels like a race with no finish line. The relentless pursuit...

Rediscover Inner Peace at Tinhela610: A Luxury Retreat Sanctuary in northern Portugal. In the relentless pace of modern life, the demands...

Our waterfall from the natural source on our land. Year Two at Tinhela610: Deepening Our Connection to the Wilderness As the morning mist...

In an era defined by unpredictability and upheaval, it's no wonder many of us find ourselves feeling fragile and overwhelmed about the...

Here we are, my husband Edouard and myself--coming back from a december swim in the Bassin d'Arcachon. I'm 62 and he's 66. We are aging....

On this past New Year's Eve, I got up and shimmied wildly to the Black-eyed Peas "Let's Get It Started". This song like twenty years...