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Drawn to a spiritual retreat but still have questions before taking the plunge? Take a look at our articles.
Monastère de Notre Dame du Perpétuel-Secours à Sainte-Thérèse
In the Diocese of Saint-Jérôme / Mont-Laurier (Canada), there is a small community of contemplative nuns ready to welcome you to spend time among them in prayer and silence.
by Claire
How much does a spiritual retreat cost?
What is the cost of a spiritual retreat?
Abbaye Sainte Trinité de La Lucerne
Nestled in Normandie, near Mont-Saint-Michel, Abbaye de La Lucerne is a privileged place for a spiritual retreat in a peaceful setting, surrounded by nature, silence, and heritage. This Christian retreat center offers spiritual guidance, times of prayer in Gregorian chant, and a renewing experience open to all.
Prieuré Notre-Dame des Eaux Vives
Since 2009, the Sisters of the New Alliance have welcomed retreatants to the Prieuré Notre-Dame des Eaux Vives, near the sanctuary of Montligeon, in the heart of the Perche (Normandy), in a calm, peaceful, and restorative setting.
Carmelo San Giuseppe di Lodi
The monastery of the Discalced Carmelites of Lodi, in Lombardia (Italy), is a contemplative community welcoming young women who wish to live a Christian spiritual retreat in an atmosphere of silence, prayer, and recollection.
Monasterio de Benedictinas de Léon - Santa María de Carbajal
Located in the heart of León, in Castille-et-León (Spain), Santa María de Carbajal Monastery is a community of Benedictine nuns situated along the Camino de Santiago. This place offers the opportunity to experience an authentic Christian spiritual retreat, sharing the daily life of a living monastic community. Guests can enjoy a spiritual retreat shaped by prayer, silence, work, and fraternal life, in a setting that is both urban and deeply contemplative.
Sainte-Berthe Abbey of Blangy-sur-Ternoise
Located in Blangy-sur-Ternoise, in the Pas-de-Calais, Sainte-Berthe Abbey is a privileged place for Christian spiritual retreat. Nestled in the heart of a vast wooded park bordered by the Ternoise river, it offers a peaceful setting conducive to silence, prayer, and inner renewal.
Basilica of Marienthal
Located in Alsace, just 25 km from Strasbourg, the Basilica of Marienthal is a premier destination for spiritual retreat and Christian pilgrimage. Since the 13th century, this sanctuary has welcomed visitors seeking silence, prayer, and inner renewal, in a peaceful setting at the edge of the forest.
Sainte Claire Monastery of Cormontreuil
Located at the gateway to Reims, Sainte-Claire Monastery of Cormontreuil welcomes anyone seeking silence, peace, and renewal. In a simple and peaceful setting, the Poor Clare sisters offer the opportunity to experience a spiritual retreat in Reims, shaped by communal prayer and times of solitude.
by Claire
Where to go on a spiritual retreat in Belgium?
Where to go on a spiritual retreat in Belgium?
Foyer Marie Jean – Domaine Saint Antoine
Located in Grand-Couronne, 25 minutes from Rouen, the Domaine Saint Antoine offers spiritual retreats in Normandy year-round. On the edge of the Londe-Rouvray forest, this peaceful place provides an ideal setting for a Christian retreat, a time of silence, prayer, and renewal.
by Claire
Spiritual retreats in France: what to know before you go
Why choose France for a spiritual retreat?
by Claire
Where to go on a spiritual retreat in Centre-Val de Loire?
Centre-Val de Loire is a region that often surprises people when it comes to spiritual retreats. And yet!
by Claire
Where to go on a spiritual retreat in the Grand Est?
Where to go on a spiritual retreat in the Grand Est?
Abbaye de Santa Maria de Monte Oliveto Maggiore
Située dans la province de Sienne, au cœur des Crete Senesi, l’Abbazia di Santa Maria di Monte Oliveto Maggiore est la Maison généralice de la Congrégation bénédictine olivétaine. Haut lieu de spiritualité, d’art et d’histoire, l’abbaye accueille hommes, femmes et groupes pour un séjour de retraite spirituelle chrétienne en Toscane, selon la tradition millénaire de l’hospitalité bénédictine.
Monastero di San Pietro a Ostuni
Situé dans la région des Pouilles, à proximité de la célèbre ville blanche d’Ostuni, le Monastero di San Pietro est une communauté de moniales bénédictines qui accueille toute personne en quête de silence, de prière et de ressourcement intérieur. Le monastère propose des retraites spirituelles chrétiennes à Ostuni, ouvertes aux groupes comme aux personnes seules.
by Claire
Where to go on a spiritual retreat in France?
Why choose France for a spiritual retreat?
Notre-Dame de Sainte-Garde
Nestled between garrigue and vineyards, set against the charming Provençal village of Saint-Didier, Notre-Dame de Sainte-Garde is a place of hospitality and spiritual retreats deeply rooted in history and Christian tradition. Away from the hustle and bustle, on a small hill overlooking the landscape of the Comtat Venaissin, the house offers a setting conducive to silence, prayer, and inner renewal, lulled in summer by the song of cicadas.
Monastero di Camaldoli
Camaldoli Monastery is located in Tuscany, in a pristine mountain setting, about 70 km from Florence and 40 km from Arezzo, on the slopes of the Tuscan-Romagna Apennines. The monastery has a large monastic guest house that welcomes people seeking to experience a spiritual retreat, personal time of silence, or participation in activities offered by the community.
Monastero Madonna dell'Unione de Boschi
Monastero Madonna dell'Unione de Boschi is located in the municipality of Vicoforte, in the province of Cuneo, in the Piedmont region, and belongs to the diocese of Mondovì. The welcoming community belongs to the Order of Cistercians of the Strict Observance (Trappists). The monastery welcomes men, women and groups. It is open to anyone wishing to experience a spiritual retreat, especially those who wish to reflect on the meaning of their life and deepen their relationship with the Lord Jesus.