Dhamma Mudita Vipassana meditation centre has opened its doors for regular courses in May 2025. This was a special occasion to celebrate, as many people now have the opportunity to learn Vipassana meditation in its original form and to develop their personal path with this method. The centre land is in a quiet location surrounded by woods and offers the best conditions for serious meditation.
History
The Vipassana Meditation trust in Austria had been looking for a suitable property for its own centre for many years. Organizing courses at various rented locations was time-consuming, cost-intensive and usually tied to a narrow time window. In 2017, a suitable building plot was acquired in Rechberg, Upper Austria. An architectural firm drew up plans for the meditation center, which will offer space for up to 160 participants when completed. A construction brochure was produced to inform meditators and interested members of the public about the project. Official planning permission for the first two construction phases was granted in 2020.
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Current status of the development of the centre
Due to the financial situation, it made sense not to wait for the funds required for the final expansion, but to begin the construction project in smaller sections. The highest priority was to start regular courses as soon as possible. In spring 2024, the specialist companies began construction work on the first accommodation buildings and a temporary kitchen and dining area. After a year of construction, these buildings are now in operation. At the same time, the previous “garden hut” was extended and converted into a beautiful meditation hall by volunteers. The courses have started in small format with up to 60 participants in May 2025.
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