mdw Writing Retreat 2027

The Research Support Office again organised the mdw Writing Retreat at Refugium Hochstrass from February 15–18, 2027!

This academic retreat is addressed to all academic mdw staff who would like to take time for concentrated writing in an inspiring and supportive environment.

Aim of the retreat:

In a relaxed, natural atmosphere away from the stress of everyday life, you can concentrate on your scientific texts or applications. The retreat is designed to provide you with space for productive writing, creative thinking, and exchange with colleagues.

What you can expect:

• Structured writing time
• Comfortable accommodation with full board
• Relaxation offers (such as sauna or common walks)
• If needed, individual counseling on topics such as time management and overcoming writer's block as well as third-party funding applications

Registration and details:

The number of participants is limited to 15 in order to ensure a productive working atmosphere. Participation is only possible for the entire duration (arrival at Refugium Hochstrass in the morning of February 16/departure in the afternoon of February 19).

Please register by December 10 at the latest by filling out the online registration form: >> Writing Retreat 2027 with a short description of your writing project and your goals for the retreat.

You will receive further information about the program and how to get to Hochstrass in January.

We make it a priority to support researchers with (child)care responsibilities as best we can by offering childcare services or financial assistance with care costs. Please let us know your needs when you register so that we can work together to find a suitable solution.

Costs:

The costs for accommodation, meals and workshops will be covered by the Research Support Office, and a joint journey to Hochstrass will be organized. We request co-financing by the respective department or research centre in the amount of €250, which is to be cleared by applicants with their department or research centre lead before applying.

Researchers who have their own project funding may participate on a self-funded basis.

We look forward to your participation and a productive writing time

Kathrin Heinrich will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the Writing Retreat at forschungsfoerderung@mdw.ac.at.

Kathrin Heinrich

Research Support 

Anton-von-Webern-Platz 1
1030 Vienna 
First floor, Office nr. B 01 23
Phone: +43 1 711 55-6115

forschungsfoerderung@mdw.ac.at