XIIA place of encounter in the Steigerwald
Open your heart and be one with nature.
A seminar and retreat centre in the heart of the Steigerwald forest – a place of encounter, healing and personal growth, where nature, community and conscious living merge into a singular experience.
IThe vision
Space for awareness,
health and encounter.
Punkt XII is a place of encounter, healing and personal growth. Here nature, community and conscious living merge into a singular experience.
In the heart of the Steigerwald – easy to reach, yet far from everyday life. A life's work, grown from the conviction that people need a place to find calm and come back to themselves.
- Location
- Steigerwald
- Beds
- 0
- Assoc. since
- 2016
- Origin
- 1990
—The place · Overview
The whole grounds in the Steigerwald.
Forest, meadow and the warm houses of Punkt XII – a view across the whole site, grown over decades in Oberrimbach.
“Open your heart and be one with nature.”
—Save the date
Punkt XII Festival — 18–20 September 2026
Three days of encounter, community and celebration in the heart of the Steigerwald: we're opening Punkt XII in Oberrimbach for a festival full of music, movement and good conversation – everyone who wants to join in and help shape it is welcome.
IIThe twelve facets
The “12” is the programme.
The colours of Punkt XII were chosen according to Spiral Dynamics – each facet of the association has its own. From this diversity a living whole emerges.
IIIWhat we offer
All under one roof.
Accommodation, programme, wellness and rental – Punkt XII unites what usually takes several places.
- I
Seminars & retreats
Multi-day time-outs with your own programme – from closed groups to open retreats. 65 beds and several seminar rooms, all under one roof.
- II
Yoga & meditation
Daily practice in light-filled rooms and outside in the forest – for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.
- III
Ayurveda
Holistic treatments and conscious, fresh food from the large communal kitchen.
- IV
Biodanza
Dance, movement and real encounter – a living community that connects and uplifts.
- V
Personal development
Seminars and life practice that touch people, build trust and enable growth.
- VI
Rent the venue
Seminar leaders, retreat organisers, yoga schools and companies rent the whole venue – quiet in the forest yet close to the A3 between Würzburg and Nuremberg.
IVThe place
A warm light in the dark forest.
Warm, terracotta-coloured houses, lit in gold – communal, warm-hearted, and at the same time exclusive like a boutique retreat.
—Wellness · Sauna & rest
Arrive, let go, recharge.
The wellness area at Punkt XII invites you to linger: a whirlpool, sauna and steam bath for deep relaxation after a seminar or retreat day.
Those seeking quiet find it in the dedicated rest area or in the winter gardens, which glow gold out of the dark forest each evening – a place to reflect, not just to relax.
VCatering · Wholefood kitchen
Fresh, organic and lovingly arranged.
Healthy, wholesome food is part of the experience at Punkt XII: warm organic dishes from the large communal kitchen, alongside colourful plates of fruit and vegetables – freshly arranged, seasonal and prepared with care.
Whether breakfast, a shared lunch or the catering for your retreat – here we cook consciously and with love, so that body and mind can come to rest alike.
—Overview
Discover Punkt XII.
One place, many ways in. Choose what interests you.
VIThe origins
A place grown over decades.
What began as a vision in the Steigerwald in 1990 was built over years by hand – carried since 2016 by the association Punkt XII e.V. Its development is documented with activity reports and photographs.
VIIImpressions
Forest, light and long tables.
VIIIReels · to pass on
Punkt XII in short stories.
Vertical, told in a few seconds – tap through and share whatever moves you. Every story can be passed on directly via WhatsApp, Telegram or a link.
—Frequently asked
Good to know.
The key answers about Punkt XII – location in the Steigerwald, facilities, programme and enquiries.
Where is Punkt XII located?
Punkt XII is in Oberrimbach, part of Burghaslach, in the heart of the Steigerwald forest in Franconia (Bavaria, Germany). It sits conveniently by the A3 motorway between Würzburg and Nuremberg – about a ten-minute drive from the Geiselwind leisure park and easy to reach from all of southern Germany.
How many places to stay are there?
Punkt XII offers around 65 beds in rooms, holiday apartments and group accommodation – enough for entire retreats, seminar groups and events, all under one roof.
What does Punkt XII offer?
The programme includes seminars and retreats, yoga and meditation, Ayurveda, Biodanza and personal development. It is complemented by community projects and by renting the venue to external organisers.
Can I rent the venue for my own seminars or retreats?
Yes. Seminar leaders, retreat organisers, yoga schools and companies (for team-building) can rent the whole venue including seminar rooms, accommodation and the wellness area – quiet in the forest yet close to the A3 between Würzburg and Nuremberg. Simply use our contact form.
Is there a wellness area?
Yes, the facilities include a wellness area with sauna and steam bath, sunny winter gardens and a large communal kitchen – embedded in the nature, forest and quiet of the Steigerwald.
Who is Punkt XII for?
Punkt XII welcomes retreat and seminar guests, groups, families and holidaymakers, organisers and companies, and mid-week fitters. A place for everyone seeking time out, encounter and personal growth in nature.
How can I enquire or book?
The quickest way is our booking or contact form, by phone or by email to info@punkt-xii.de. Your contact Manfred Tropschuh replies personally – usually within a day.
How can I pay?
Payment is by PayPal or bank transfer; for organisers, companies and larger groups we agree on the payment method together. The applicable payment details – PayPal address and bank account – are stated on your confirmation or invoice.
How long has Punkt XII existed?
The story of the place begins in 1990; the association Punkt XII e.V. has existed since 2016. Its development is documented with activity reports and photographs – a life's work grown over decades.
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Become part of Punkt XII.
As a guest, as an organiser or as a member of the community – this place thrives on the people who shape it.
