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Beauty & wellness

Europe’s best gut health retreats

Trust your gut – or better yet, these expert-led programmes designed to rebalance your digestive system.

Words by Amelia Allen

23rd April 2026

4-minute read

Our intuition is telling us that you’re on the hunt for a healing holiday to rebalance your digestive system. The gut microbiome – the trillions of bacteria in your body’s digestive tract – is often described as a second brain. Research has shown that it influences everything from mood and cognitive function to the immune system and inflammation. Consider this the only digest you need for discovering Europe’s best gut health retreats, curated by some of the world’s leading longevity clinics.

Goodwood Estate, UK

Retreat to book: Gut Health Programme.

Duration: five nights.

The Goodwood Estate might be known for its motor circuit and racecourse, but it doesn’t horse around when it comes to wellness either. Its five-night Gut Health Programme targets the microbiome, easing bloating, fatigue, and stress-related imbalances. After arriving at the 11,000-acre West Sussex estate, guests are whisked into a full-body composition analysis. This is followed by a jam-packed programme of private nutritional consultations, nourishing meals, and specialist treatments such as abdominal massages and castor oil compresses.

£2,600 per person | goodwood.com

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Aerial view of a grand historic mansion with domed towers, surrounded by manicured lawns, wooded areas, and rolling green hills under a clear sky.

The Goodwood Hotel, Chichester, PO18 0QB

Clinique La Prairie, Switzerland

Retreat to book: Master Detox Programme.

Duration: six nights.

This cypress tree-lined Swiss clinic has more going for it than being a magnet for celebrities and offering far-stretching views of Lake Geneva. The real reason to check-in is its six-night retreat, featuring a comprehensive medical check-up and DNA testing, followed by a personalised nutrition programme tailored to your genetics and goals. An anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich diet – with juice days and fasting – is paired with treatments such as cryotherapy and lymphatic drainage massages.

From £15,873 per person | cliniquelaprairie.com

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A white plate filled with a fresh mixed green salad, including different leafy greens and strips of seaweed, sits on a white tablecloth next to a fork, knife, spoon, and a small jug of green dressing.

Rue du Lac, 1815 Clarens, Switzerland

Palazzo Fiuggi, Italy

Retreat to book: Deep Detox.

Duration: from seven nights.

What makes Palazzo Fiuggi stand out from other programmes is its mineral-rich spring water, which forms the basis of the Deep Detox retreat. When we drank from the fountain of life in Fiuggi in 2024, we witnessed its diuretic powers firsthand. The retreat also features food from three-Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck, herbal infusions from one of Italy’s oldest pharmacies, and a thalassotherapy pool with salt and magnesium – all designed to reduce toxins and heavy metals in the body.

From £5,143 per person | palazzofiuggi.com

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A woman in a green swimsuit walks by an indoor swimming pool, while a man sits and relaxes on a lounge chair nearby. The pool area has marble walls and warm lighting.

Vei Dei Villini, 03014 Fiuggi, Italy

SHA Spain

Retreat to book: Detox & Optimal Weight.

Duration: 7–14 days.

SHA Spain’s Detox & Optimal Weight programme spans seven to 14 days, with the seven-night retreat being the most popular. Like other top retreats, it begins with a body composition analysis and 3D body scan, but SHA Spain goes a step further with cardiovascular and nervous system assessments. Designed to rebalance digestion and metabolism through an anti-inflammatory approach, guests receive tailored meal plans, prescribed therapeutic drinks, and participate in 10+ daily activities.

From £8,397 per person | shawellness.com

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A modern living room with beige tones, featuring a curved sofa, round coffee tables, an ottoman, a floor lamp, and a dining area with a table and chairs. Warm recessed lighting creates a cozy atmosphere.

Carrer del Verderol, 03581 L’Albir, Spain

Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda, Italy

Retreat to book: Immune System and Intestine.

Duration: five or 10 nights.

Yes, Lake Como and Lake Garda are popular summer destinations, but the latter is perfect for a healing holiday. You can choose between a five- or ten-night stay, including a welcome salt-water pool ritual, medical examination to assess energy levels, personalised phytotherapy (herbal tea medicine), and diet. You'll also enjoy acupuncture sessions, reflexology therapy, and cellular repair treatments, all designed to strengthen your immune system and support overall gut health. Note: the price excludes accommodation.

From £2,435 per person | lefayspamethod.com

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A round bathtub sits next to a large window with sheer white curtains, overlooking a scenic view of trees, blue water, and clear sky. A wooden chair and decorative items are nearby.

Via Angelo Feltrinelli, 25084 Gargnano, Italy

Park Igls, Austria

Retreat to book: Detox Intensive.

Duration: from 14 nights.

At the foot of the Patscherkofel mountain, you’ll find Park Igls and the Modern Mayr method. This medical wellness approach, developed by Austrian physician Dr Franz Xaver Mayr, recognises the connection between gut health and overall wellbeing. Daily Kneipp treatments (hydrotherapy designed to stimulate circulation and support the immune system) are part of the programme, alongside a personalised diet plan. The retreat recommends a minimum stay of two weeks to experience the full effects of the treatments.

Price on enquiry | park-igls.at

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Igler Str. 51, 6080 Innsbruck-Igls, Austria

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