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3rd to 8th March 2026

Luxury meets Lightness – The Fasting-Mimicking Retreat

A retreat for body, mind, and soul — in a place perfectly designed for renewed lightness.

From March 3 to 8, 2026, the Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg and Institut UNIQ invite you to an exclusive fasting-mimicking retreat — inspired by the scientifically validated method of Prof. Valter Longo.

Be part of the Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg experience, where new standards in holistic health, radiance, and luxurious relaxation are set — with individually tailored therapy plans and cutting-edge longevity technologies.

Here, fasting does not mean deprivation but conscious regeneration: instead of total abstinence from food, guests enjoy carefully selected plant-based meals that put the metabolism into a “fasting” state without weakening the body. This special form of “fasting with pleasure” activates cellular renewal processes, supports autophagy, and promotes vitality, mental clarity, and longevity.

In close collaboration with the hotel’s chefs, a refined fasting-mimicking menu line has been developed — light, nutrient-optimized, and of the highest quality. Medical precision meets haute cuisine to create a unique experience that eases the body without compromising enjoyment.

Experience a curated retreat featuring:

  • A gourmet light menu that unites pleasure, science, and balance
  • Individualized support from longevity and prevention experts at Institut UNIQ
  • Mindfulness and movement programs that enhance energy and inner calm
  • 5-star comfort and the unparalleled atmosphere of the Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg

Between culinary lightness, restorative tranquility, and inspiring impulses, you will reconnect with your inner balance — all within an environment that nurtures both body and soul.

More details coming soon…

Your Experts at the Health Retreat

Ein lächelnder Arzt trägt einen weißen Kittel und steht vor einer neutralen, grauen Wand. Er hat graue Haare und befindet sich in einer freundlichen Pose, die Professionalität und Zugänglichkeit ausstrahlt.

Dr. med. Dirk Richter

Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery, internationally recognized for facial surgery and body contouring. Past President of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) and long-time Chief Physician in Wesseling. In addition to his surgical expertise, Dr. Dirk Richter focuses on longevity medicine and sleep health. His approach: attractiveness and radiance arise from the interplay of vital health, restorative sleep, and inner and outer balance.

Eine lächelnde Frau in einem weißen Kittel steht mit verschränkten Armen vor einer grauen Wand. Ihr freundlicher Gesichtsausdruck vermittelt Vertrauen und Selbstbewusstsein. Sie trägt eine Armbanduhr und hat kurze, gewellte Haare.

Dr. med. univ. Maria Wiedner

Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery with over 25 years of experience. Formerly Senior Consultant at the University Clinic Graz and Chief Physician at Malteser Hospital Bonn, she is now the Medical Director of the UNIQ Institute at Schloss Bensberg. Her focus areas include breast surgery, body contouring, and minimally invasive anti-aging techniques. She combines aesthetic expertise with longevity and regenerative medicine to sustainably enhance outer beauty and inner vitality.

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