27. Internationales Ayurveda Symposium in Birstein

Friday, October 9, 2026 · from 7:15 p.m.
European Academy of Ayurveda, Birstein
Opening evening of the 27th International Ayurveda Symposium

featuring a flying dinner event hosted by the German Ayurveda Foundation

The evening is free of charge – for guests and symposium participants alike!

Opening evening of the Ayurveda symposium

followed by

Flying Dinner · Come Together

An event organized by the German Ayurveda Foundation

Invitation

Following the official opening program—featuring speeches, keynotes, and presentations—the evening continues with an event hosted by the newly founded German Ayurveda Foundation, including a social gathering and a "flying dinner" reception. The German Ayurveda Foundation will present its vision and proposed projects for research and education aimed at ensuring a strong future for Ayurveda in Germany.

The event serves as a warm invitation to connect, exchange ideas, and find inspiration—for everyone wishing to strengthen Ayurveda in a sustainable way.

The opening of the symposium, followed by a standing reception with hors d'oeuvres and the foundation's event, begins at 5:00 p.m. and is free of charge for everyone—we simply ask for a brief registration to help us with planning.

Symposium Partners

Review of the 26th Ayurveda Symposium 2024

Finally an Ayurveda symposium in Switzerland! In the country where Ayurveda has made the most progress in terms of its recognition in Europe. Kerstin and Mark Rosenberg, the initiators of the 26th International Ayurveda Symposium in Lucerne, wanted to communicate, discuss and celebrate this. And that's exactly how we experienced it: a great weekend with outstanding speakers, unique guests of honor and Ayurveda friends from all over Europe at two unique locations!

Saturday starts with a welcoming address from the Indian Ambassador H.E. Mridul Kumar and the keynotes of some of the most important representatives of Ayurveda in India: Secretary of the Ministry of AYUSH Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha and Prof. Dr. Tanuja Nesari (AIIA).
The exciting panel discussions that followed focused, among other things, on the political events surrounding the promotion and integration of Ayurveda into our healthcare system.

On Sunday, a large program with parallel lectures and workshops on the three main topics "Ayurveda psychology„, „Women's health" and "Rheumatic disorders" of this year's symposium. There was also an open Ayurveda Day with lectures on getting started with Ayurveda. The unanimous opinion of the more than 200 participants: "It inspired and enriched us all!

The organizers, above all the European Academy of Ayurveda together with the AMVS and the Heilpraktikerschule Lucerne would like to thank all the speakers and participants for their great interest and shared enthusiasm for Ayurveda. It was a great pleasure for all of us!

The first feedback we have received:

"The Ayurveda symposium was an absolute hit. I was able to learn a lot and after these two days I was totally inspired and motivated to integrate Ayurveda even more into my work."

Sandra A.

"It was very inspiring, I am very interested in the latest findings of Ayurveda, research and development..."

Christine F.

"The fact that we were also able to meet with so many Indian friends was another highlight and made many in Switzerland realize anew the international force that has been created for Ayurveda in Europe over the years..."

Franz Rutz, AMVS / TO Ayurveda CH

"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude. It was a truly enlightening experience, and I was deeply impressed by the breadth and depth of knowledge shared during the event. The quality of the clinical papers presented was exceptionally high, and I commend the contributors for maintaining such rigorous standards.
Moreover, I was inspired by your adept management of interactions with both guests and participants, from which I learned a great deal. Thank you once again for the memorable Swiss experience."

Dr. Vasudevan Mooss, SNA

Why this dinner event exists

The German Ayurveda Foundation (DāS) was established in 2024 by nine leading Ayurveda organizations and has held charitable status since January 2025. Its mission is to conduct sound research into Ayurveda in Germany, provide high-quality education, and introduce the practice to society in a responsible manner.

At this event, the foundation presents its current work—its vision, potential research projects, educational initiatives, and the question of how it can all be funded. This takes place not as a block of presentations, but rather spread throughout the evening—between courses and in conversation.

Three areas in which the foundation operates:

Research – scientific projects that establish a robust evidence base for Ayurveda (including the Dhanvantari Publication Award)
Education – Quality in training and educational outreach, ranging from the Specialist Book Award to grassroots work in schools and care facilities.
Society – Ayurveda as a recognized traditional medical system within the German healthcare system

More about the foundation → ayurveda-stiftung.de

Six flavors, one evening

Time	Program item
5:00 p.m.	Opening speeches and welcome address, featuring—among others—the Indian Ambassador or the Consul General, representatives of India’s Ministry of AYUSH, and representatives of the Hessian state government. The evening begins with the opening of the symposium, followed by a keynote address by Prof. Dr. Christian Kessler on the topic "Ayurveda – Learning from the Indian Science of Life" and presentations by Prof. Dr. Shivenarain Gupta and Prof. Dr. Bernhard Baune on the topic "Ayurveda and What Really Matters in Life."
7:15 p.m.	German Ayurveda Foundation Dinner Event Look forward to culinary highlights of Ayurvedic cuisine—featuring the diversity of six tastes across four courses of a vegetarian "flying dinner"—complemented by brief talks on the activities of the German Ayurveda Foundation (DaS) in the Lakshmi Room.
7:20 p.m.	Welcome Ayurveda – Every Individual Is Unique Your hosts, Kerstin and Mark Rosenberg, welcome you to the German Ayurveda Foundation’s evening event and present the program: Six tastes – four courses – united for Ayurveda. • Rasayana cocktail with amla (sweet, sour, non-alcoholic) A sparkling start to an evening of lightness, zest for life, and stimulating conversation • Accompanied by an assortment of five canapés featuring all six rasas (pumpkin – sweet, tomato – sour, olive – salty, radish – pungent, herbs – bitter, lentil – astringent)
7:30 p.m.	Kindling the Fire The German Ayurveda Foundation introduces itself and its vision • Agni soup with melon, tomato, and chili to stoke digestive power and enthusiasm • Accompanied by a skewer of melon, olive, and feta—or tofu (vegan)—to harmonize all doshas
7:45 p.m.	Infusing Life with Goodness – Ayurveda: Global and Timeless The Foundation discusses projects and fundraising • Ayurveda-inspired street food from around the world: samosas, falafel, mini-burgers, antipasti – colorful delicacies for all the senses (indriyas) and bodily tissues (dhatus)
8:05 p.m.	What truly nourishes us – community that moves us An opportunity to say thank you – for community, friendship, and all that truly matters in life • Soul-nourishing treats with longevity benefits: Chickpea & sesame laddu, walnut & chocolate brownie, almond & mango tartlets, mocha cream with cacao nibs
from 8:15 p.m.	Come Together A buffet awaits in the large dining hall: rice pulao, vegetable curry, and dal. For anyone still hungry—and for the conversations that are only just getting started.

Ayurveda concerns us all – even beyond this evening.

If there is one thing to take away from this evening, let it be this: the foundation thrives thanks to the people who support it. Perhaps you would like to contribute yourself, or you know others who would be interested in supporting Ayurveda:

via donations – tax-deductible, going directly into research and education projects
as a founder – as an additional contribution to the foundation's capital
through "Starting a Conversation" – board of trustees members will be on site in the evening to answer your questions.
by carrying the good forward – networking creates the best opportunities

More about the foundation → ayurveda-stiftung.de

Registration for the opening evening

The evening (5:00 p.m. – approx. 9:00 p.m.) is free of charge. To help us plan the catering and room arrangements effectively, we ask for a firm registration.

Do you already have a symposium ticket? Then the Flying Dinner is included for you—and we are already counting on your attendance. Please let us know at info@ayurveda-akademie.org if you are unable to attend and would miss out on one of the great moments of Ayurveda.