The Soil Hangout 2026
The Soil Hangout 2026 is an invitation to spend meaningful time in The Muga Valley (Spanish Pyrinees) with a carefully curated group of entrepreneurs, farmers, investors, and builders working in the regenerative space. Hosted by The Pioneers of our Time, Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food Podcast, and Brugarol, this retreat is designed for people who care about land, food, capital, and long-term thinking, and who want the kind of conversations that are easier to have when there is room to slow down, share meals, and spend real time together.
Expect a warm, lively atmosphere with space for fresh ideas, honest exchange, and unexpected connections. Over the course of the gathering, guests will have the chance to meet remarkable people across regeneration, agriculture, and enterprise, while enjoying the energy of a beautiful setting and a social rhythm that feels generous, relaxed, and full of possibility. If you are excited by the future of regenerative business and want to be around people actively shaping it, this hangout is for you.
INCLUDED:
group pick-up, and drop off shuttle service from and to Figueres-Vilafant international train station
stay in a comfort room featuring high-quality mattresses and ecological bed linen at The Home of the Pioneers, an exclusive eco-boutique hideaway in a beautifully restored historic Catalan farmhouse
daily 3 vegetarian farm-to-the-table meals (breakfast, light lunch and dinner)
all-day coffee, teas, organic cold drinks and fresh juices
curated The Home Originals like e.g. guided morning walks, and live cooking together evenings
welcome package incl. Brugarol Magazine, and eco-friendly amenities like shower gel and shampoo
free access to our facilities (infinity pool, sauna, private gardens, meditation room, yoga deck, and more)
NOT INCLUDED:
personalized transfers outside the established group schedule are available upon request at 75 EUR per person, and per journey
program activities that are offered at an additional cost (e.g. massages, private stargazing sessions, Muga Safaris, and/or vulture observation post visits), will be clearly communicated as such, allowing you to plan your experience accordingly
Co-creation
The program encourages participation and collaboration among the participants. You’ll have the opportunity to co-create the program with fellow change makers, sharing your talents, and offering a session to the group. The retreat fosters a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone’s unique gifts and contributions are valued.
Deep dive sessions
We will host immersive “deep dive” sessions, where we’ll explore topics like soil health, the regeneration of topsoil and current initiatives on the ground around Europe and beyond. Stef van Dongen will introduce you to the philosophy and purpose behind The Muga Valley Project, with The Home serving as its vibrant epicenter, and the current activities in forestry and agriculture.