Abide Abroad Retreat

Millstatt, Austria

July 28-Aug 2, 2025

Schloss Heroldeck Castle
Millstatt, Austria

Join us this July on the shores of Millstatt Lake, Austria, surrounded by the stunning Carinthian Alps for a time of intentional rest, renewal, and reflection. The Schloss Heroldeck Castle will be your getaway for 5 days and 5 nights while you and your family enjoy facilitated activities, reconnect with the Lord, catch up with yourself, and engage with others in a gorgeous setting made for relaxation, exploration, and fun.

We have joined forces with generous partners to make it financially easier to say “yes,” making it possible to offer this retreat at a 60% discount! Click below to accept this invitation to slow down and receive the right resources at the right time so you can thrive in your next season.

We hope you’ll join us for this Abide Abroad.

What you can expect:

  • Facilitated reflection and engagement in prayer, spiritual growth, debriefing, and renewal.

  • Time to relax in solitude and space for recreation with your family, friends, and colleagues.

  • Age-appropriate and intentional activities for your children as facilitated by our skilled TCK team.

Logistics

Pricing:

$375

$150

Adult

$675

$250

Couple

$875

$350

*Family of any size

Venue & Schedule:

We will be gathering at the beautiful Schloss Heroldeck Castle in Millstatt, Austria. Enjoy the panoramic views of Millstatt Lake and the surrounding mountains, or get a close-up and enjoy exploring the scenic trails around the castle, hiking or biking nearby trails through the forest, or swimming, fishing, or boating on the lake. You can relax in lakeside spas and thermal baths, explore charming lakeside cafés, visit the Benedictine Millstatt Abbey established in 1070, or simply soak in the serene Alpine atmosphere. There is also a café on sight where you can gather for refreshments and games, an outdoor playground area, and expansive grounds for exploring, relaxing, and recreating.

Guests should plan to arrive by Monday afternoon. Dinner will be provided that evening, then we will meet for a short introductory session. Tuesday through Friday will be morning and afternoon sessions with your evenings free, leaving Saturday morning open for packing up and travel. The children’s programming will be provided during all the sessions so parents can fully engage. Evenings are free for time alone, family time spent together, exploring the lake, enjoying the castle facilities, or hanging out with friends.

The price of registration includes the retreat, 5 nights stay at the castle, and full board. See the FAQs below for more specifics.

*Contact us if you will need more than one room.

If you have questions please contact us at 417.625.1400 or admin@traininternational.org. We hope to see you soon!

FAQs

  • Debriefing is the deliberate process of unpacking and processing your past field experiences with a facilitator for the purpose of understanding your story in a holistic and life-giving way so that you can transition well into whatever is next. Debriefing is not a substitute for counseling, clinical care, spiritual direction, or coaching, but may serve as an entry point into these avenues for growth and/or healing.

  • This retreat is for you if you are a cross-cultural worker in any season of life or ministry. We recommend time away to rest and reflect as a regular rhythm of spiritual health and vitality for you and your family members. It’s an investment in the long-term health and effectiveness of you, your family, your team, and the people you serve.

  • You can register above by clicking the link under the event. Best to grab your spot early as our abroad offerings are often limited on spaces available depending on the venue!

  • If you cancel within 30 days of the event, 50% of your total registration will be refunded. If you cancel with less than 30 days notice, there is no refund in order to defray expenses incurred by Train for the hotel reservation.

    If for some reason TRAIN International cancels or changes the event in such a way that you are no longer able to attend, your entire registration will be refunded.

  • Yes, children of all ages are welcome! We will provide childcare for the smallest participants and facililated activities and games for elementary age and teens curated exactly for them. This is available during all of the sessions so parents are able to fully engage. Lunches and evenings are parent supervised.

  • Yes! The cost includes 5 nights stay and full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) each day for all members of your family. (Exceptions: Arrival day: dinner Monday evening & Departure day: breakfast Saturday morning)

  • The first day we will start with an opening session in the evening, but otherwise sessions typically run from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM with a long lunch break. Throughout the day you will engage in groups, take breaks, have time to connect with other participants and trainers, and time for personal reflection. The last day is free to leave you time for travel arrangements and checking out of the venue.

  • Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) is an hour drive from Schloss Heroldeck Castle.

  • We are an independent and unaffiliated training, coaching, and debriefing organization.

    We have the privilege of serving a great variety of agencies, churches, and denominations.