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Set within the peaceful and beautiful location of Wallis, Switzerland, Kailash International Retreat Centre is a renowned centre for meditation. With stunning views of the Swiss alps and nestled within the historical village of Törbel, Kailash is a healing and rejuvenating environment perfect for retreat. 

experience Kailash

Experience Kailash

Kailash IRC is an exceptional location for meditation and an ideal place for all of those seeking rest and rejuvenation.”
— Amanda, Ireland

Upcoming Events

Monday Meditation at Kailash

Inspiration to start the week
Mondays 18h00 - 18h45
31 March 2025
with qualified Buddhist Teachers

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Meditation & Talk

Wednesdays 18h30 - 20h00;
26 March
with Gen Kelsang Devi
LIVESTREAM from KMC Switzerland

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Drop in Class

Meditation in Brig
Midday Meditation
Wednesday 12h15 - 13h00
26 March 2025
with qualified buddhist teachers

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Detox your Mind – Meditations on Taking and Giving

Fri 4–Sun 6 April 2025
Meditate in the Mountains
Silent Weekend Retreat
with Gen Kelsang Devi

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Nyungnay 2025

Fri. 11 - Mon. 14 April, 2025
Nyungnay
Purifying Ritual Practice
with Gen Kelsang Devi

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Swiss Dharma Celebration 2025

Thu 17 April – Mon 21 April, 2025
Heal your Mind – Heal your World
Medicine Buddha Empowerment
with Gen-la Kelsang Kunsang

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Overcoming stress and anxiety – Meditation & Talk in Brig

Wednesday 23 April 2025, 19h00 - 20h30
Public Talk & Meditation in Brig
guided by Gen Kelsang Devi

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Retreat with Gen Dema from KMC Basel

Fri 9 - Sun 11 May, 2025
Weekend Retreat
with guest teacher Gen Kelsang Dema
from KMC Basel

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Meditations for Unwinding & Recharging

Fri 16 - Sun 18 May 2025
Meditate in the Mountains
Silent Weekend Retreat
with Gen Kelsang Gyalchog
guided in German

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Post Spring Festival Retreat 2025

Thu 29 May – Mon 2 June, 2025
Post Spring Festival Retreat
Non–dual Profundity and Clarity
with guest teacher Kadam Morten

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Discover Clarity & Peace within

Fri 6 - Mon 9 June 2025
Meditate in the Mountains
Silent Weekend Retreat
with Gen Kelsang Devi

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Retreat with Kelsang Ani from KMC Nalanda

Thu 19 - Sun 22 June, 2025
Weekend Retreat
with guest teacher Kelsang Ani
from KMC Nalanda, Luzern

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Meditation & Brunch

Meditation & Brunch
Saturdays 09h30 - 12h00
Sat 28 June 2025
with qualified Buddhist Teachers

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Summer De-Stress – Holiday for the Mind

Fri 4 - Sun 6 July 2025
Meditate in the Mountains
Silent Weekend Retreat
with Gen Kelsang Gyalchog
guided in German

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Post Summer Festival Retreat 2025

Sun 10 – Sun 17 August, 2025
Post Summer Festival Retreat
with guest teacher Gen Samten Kelsang

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Meditation & Brunch

Meditation & Brunch
Saturdays 09h30 - 12h00

Sat 30 Aug 2025
with qualified Buddhist Teachers

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Swiss, Italian & Austrian Dharma Festival 2025

Fri 5 – Mon 8 Sept, 2025
Swiss, Italian, Austrian Dharma Festival 2025
Amitayus Empowerment & Teachings

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Meditation, Mindfulness & Mahamudra

Fri 7 - Sun 16 Nov 2025
10 Day Silent Retreat in the Mountains
guided by Gen Kelsang Devi

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We offer a variety of meditation retreats and courses that are suitable for all. Whether you want to take a relaxing weekend break or deepen your spiritual practice, Kailash is a special place of peace with perfect conditions for retreat. We also welcome visitors to come for guided tours of the temple, stay at our Bed and Breakfast, and enjoy a rejuvenating and meaningful experience. 

This retreat centre represents the real Mount Kailash, the mandala of Heruka. I believe that in the future many realized beings will arise from this centre. How fortunate we are.”
— Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche
This retreat centre represents the real Mount Kailash, the mandala of Heruka. I believe that in the future many realized beings will arise from this centre. How fortunate we are.”
— Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche
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