SLOW DOWN ÅLAND RETREAT
Your invitation to relax your body, calm your mind, and nourish your soul
If you’re looking to slow down and truly unwind during your stay on the Åland Islands, this experience is made for you.
We invite you to enjoy a gentle blend of calm sightseeing, peaceful walks through Åland’s most beautiful natural areas, relaxing moments of reflection, and a touch of inspiration from local arts and crafts.
Perfect for those who value privacy and authenticity, this private guided car tour offers a unique and personal way to discover the islands at your own pace.
What to expect
During your journey, our guide provides you with a special program, which is a unique combination of experiences that will help you to enter the journey of inner relaxation – your body, mind and soul.
You will be able to try the “Slow walking” concept through the most beautiful nature areas around Mariehamn, and enjoy hidden Åland nature jewels reachable by car. Visit inspiring local, genuine art and craft places. Appreciate sunset views and fully land into the present moment.
But most importantly, this experience is an invitation to breathe in and breathe out. It is an invitation to slow down your pulse and let the atmosphere of the magical Åland Islands open your heart.
You can customize and adjust your retreat program to suit your individual needs and preferences.
A Journey of Calm and Connection
Meet Alexandra
Creative guide, artist, and founder of Creative Space Daily — Mariehamn, Åland
When Alexandra moved to Åland in 2016, she left behind the fast pace of city life in search of something deeper — peace, nature, and space to create. What she found was more than just a new home; she discovered an island that inspires from the inside out.
As the founder of Creative Space Daily Alexandra has built a world where art and mindfulness meet. Through her drawing meditations and soulful art experiences, she invites guests to slow down, breathe, and see Åland not only with their eyes but also with their hearts.
Each of her guided sessions — whether an artistic island walk, a studio visit, or a creative retreat moment — offers a chance to reconnect with yourself and the beauty around you. Alexandra shares hidden corners of the islands, local stories, and the quiet magic that can be found in color, form, and stillness.
We’re delighted to welcome Alexandra as a reative partner at Åland Tours, guiding experiences that weave art and nature together — helping you see the islands in a new, soulful light.
Join Alexandra on the Åland Retreat and discover how creativity can become your compass. 🌿🎨
Discover Badhhusparken and Kärlekstigen (Loverspath)
The name of the park reminds us of the time when Mariehamn was a fashionable seaside resort. The city invested early in tourism, and in 1889 a bathhouse was built in Västerhamn. Around the bathhouse, park facilities were created for visitors seeking relaxation and well-being.
Every seaside resort needs an elegant hotel, and in 1900 the grand seaside hotel was inaugurated. Guests would spend several weeks here enjoying treatments, relaxation, and pleasant entertainment. Sadly, in 1916, the hotel was destroyed by fire.
From the water tower atop Badhusberget, you can enjoy a sweeping view of the city and the sea. There is also a special walking trail that we invite you to explore — Kärlekstigen, or “Lovers’ Path.” In the nature-romantic spirit of the late 1800s, the trail offered small scenic experiences with viewpoints, caves, ponds, and winding paths. Walking here was considered part of the therapy, where the beauty of the surroundings was believed to influence one’s inner feelings.
Visit Kim Janson’s ceramic atelje “Feathers of utsuwa”
Kim’s brand-new ceramic studio is located in a charming villa in the heart of Mariehamn. The space is filled with a warm, creative atmosphere that immediately makes you feel at ease. Her unique ceramic artworks carry a thoughtful, personal touch — featuring soft color palettes, symbolic textures, and an authentic style.
Simply being in her studio brings a sense of joy and calm. Visitors are also welcome to purchase Kim’s distinctive pieces, each carrying its own story, directly from the studio.
Pause, Breathe, Rediscover
Slowdown Åland Retreat is more than just a tour — it’s an invitation to pause, breathe, and rediscover simplicity. Surrounded by sea, forest, and art, you’ll
experience moments that gently awaken your senses and calm your mind.
With your local creative guide Alexandra leading the way, every stop — from peaceful walks and quiet viewpoints to cozy art studios — becomes
a chance to reconnect with yourself and the beauty around you.
Let Åland remind you that peace is closer than you think.
