Practicalities
VITAL festival
Here you will find practical information about the VITAL festival at Tranekaer Center.
This page provides an overview of the festival's framework, so you can land safely and present from day one.
Accommodation
As a participant, you automatically have a tent site with access to restrooms and showers.
If you’d like a little more comfort, you can opt to book a room—single, double, or dormitory—depending on your needs and preferences.
Treat yourself to a peaceful and comfortable base during the festival with accommodations in beautiful surroundings close to nature and the heart of the festival. When you stay here, it’s easy to find peace amid the day’s experiences and wake up surrounded by a sense of community.
Below, you can explore the buildings where you can book rooms.
Click on the building you're interested to learn more and secure your spot.
Optional extras: rental of pillowcases, duvet covers, bedsheets, and towels.
Transportation
By car
There is free parking and plenty of space in the area around the Tranekær Center.
There are public charging stations for electric cars within a 3-minute walk.
FlixBus
Runs to Rudkøbing on Langeland. From there, Fynbus runs to Tranekær Castle.
DSB
Trains run to Svendborg. From there, the bus runs to Tranekær Castle.
Bus: Fynbus runs directly to Tranekær and stops 100 meters from the Tranekær Center. The stop is called Tranekær Castle
Travel Planner: See more on the Travel Planner
Directions: Get directions with Google Maps
Internet
There is no Wi-Fi at Sukkerfabrikken itself.
There is Wi-Fi in the white house, which can be used to check email. It is not suitable for streaming or similar activities. We’re out in nature on a small island where there’s barely any cell service.
We see this as a gift and encourage you to leave your cell phones at home so you can forget about the outside world and be fully present in the moment at the festival.
Other
Price
See prices HERE
Meals
The ticket includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The food is vegetarian, healthy, nutritious, and filling. The kitchen is also happy to accommodate food allergies.
In addition, snacks and beverages can be purchased at the café.
The café accepts MobilePay, VISA/Dankort, and cash.
Read more here
Level
No experience is required to participate.
There will be workshops for both beginners and experienced participants.
Participants
There is space for 100 people at the festival.
Age Requirements
All ages are welcome
Children
VITAL is currently not designed as a children’s festival, and we will not be offering organized children’s activities.
However, children of all ages are warmly welcome in the care of their parents or caregivers.
As this is a festival where emotional processes and deep inner work may arise, we ask parents to be mindful of the needs of both their children and the workshops. Some sessions require a quiet and focused environment, and we ask everyone to help create the conditions that allow participants to engage fully in the work.
The price for children and teens is:
Ages 0–4: Free
Ages 5–12: 50% of the adult price
Ages 13–17: 75% of the adult price
Ages 18 and older: Full adult price
The price includes meals, camping, and access to the festival's facilities. Contact us to get the discount code that corresponds to your child's age before purchasing tickets.
We hope that future editions of Vital may include a richer program for children and families. Until then, we warmly welcome families who feel this setting is right for them.
Other information
See the general terms and conditions for participants HERE
Alcohol: Not allowed
Drugs: Not allowed
Smoking: Only in the designated smoking area
You can find a map of the area HERE:
See more on our FAQ page
Dog at the festival
You may bring your dog to the festival by prior arrangement and with prior approval.
We have a limited number of spots available for dogs.
Dogs must be kept on a leash in the festival’s common areas and must be calm and comfortable being around large crowds.
Dogs are allowed in the festival’s outdoor areas and on the campground, but may not be brought indoors into any of the festival’s buildings, including Sukkerfabrikken, Ladegården, and other buildings. Dogs are also not allowed in workshop tents or areas where food is prepared and served.
You are responsible for your dog throughout the festival, including cleaning up after it and making sure it does not disturb other attendees.
When you participate in workshops, your dog must either be looked after by someone else or be able to stay safely at your campsite—for example, in a tent, RV, or a suitable enclosure—without disturbing others.
It costs 300 DKK to bring a dog to the festival.
The dog must be registered and approved by us before the festival.
Service Dogs
If you need to bring a service dog, please contact us before the festival so we can work together to find the best solution.
PACKING LIST:
Water bottle with a tight-fitting lid
Insulated travel mug with a tight-fitting lid
Yoga mat
Blanket
Clothes you can comfortably move around in
Possibly also:
Festive clothing and glitter for Saturday evening
Mala prayer beads
Comfortable walking shoes
Visa, Dankort, or Danish kroner for the café
Tent
Sleeping bag
Air mattress
Bed linen
Towels
Notebook
Pen/pencil
Insulated travel mug
Instruments
Warm clothes/warm socks
Swimwear
Glitter (must be biodegradable)
Mosquito repellent
Tick spray
Sunscreen
Earplugs
A cozy village house with character and a garden 🌳
Solhuset is a charming, classic house with sloping walls, period details, and warm tones. Here, you’ll stay in the historic heart of Tranekær, just a short distance from the festival grounds. The house has several rooms—some on the ground floor, others on the first floor, accessible via a steep staircase that requires a bit of stamina.
The decor is simple and homey, with soft textiles and a cozy atmosphere. There’s room here for both peace and laughter, time alone, and shared living space. Perfect for those who thrive in authentic surroundings and don’t mind a few odd angles and staircases with character.
Your bed
The price is for 1 bed in the house
Rooms:
– There are 3 rooms in the house
– One bedroom on the ground floor
– Two bedrooms upstairs, accessible via an extra-steep staircase
Bedding:
– Duvet and pillow are provided
– Please bring your own duvet covers and sheets—or purchase bedding when booking
Room Sharing:
– If you’d like to share a room with a specific person, please note this at checkout
– You can also specify your preference for your roommate’s gender—we’ll do our best to accommodate it
Double Room:
If you want to use both beds in a double room—whether the beds are joined or separate—add 2 beds to your cart.
Single Room:
Would you like a single room, but they’re sold out? – Then book two beds in a double room to have the room all to yourself.
Practical information
Time:
– From Wednesday at 1:00 p.m.
– Until Sunday at 4:00 p.m.
Address:
– Nygade 4, 5953 Tranekær
Transportation and Distance:
– 8-minute walk from the festival grounds
– 2 minutes by car
– Walk through the woods and along small roads, or take the main street lined with Tranekær’s historic houses
– Free parking at the house
Amenities:
– Toilet and shower
– Kitchen
– Dining area