From the volcanoes of Auvergne to the Savoyard massifs, from the Rhône valley to the foothills of the Massif central, this is one of the most varied regions in France. The kind of retreat you find here depends on where you look: altitude and isolation on one side, the immediate proximity of a major city on the other.
This page brings together the spiritual retreat venues of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, kept continuously up to date: type of hospitality, length of stay, possibility of coming alone, in a group, or with family.
Looking for reviewed addresses first? Our article Spiritual retreat venues in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes presents a curated selection.
Maison Saint Joseph in Allex is a welcoming space open to all those wishing to experience a time of inner pause, a Christian retreat, or a quiet stay in a peaceful and fraternal environment. In the heart of Drôme, the vast wooded park, historic buildings, and daily presence of a religious community give it a unique atmosphere conducive to prayer, silence, and meaningful encounters.
In the heart of the Monts du Lyonnais, in the Rhône department (69), Notre-Dame de la Neylière welcomes individuals and groups year-round for spiritual stays, renewal, or formation. This place, inhabited by a community of Marist Fathers, offers a peaceful setting conducive to rest, prayer, and encounter.
Située dans la Vallée du Gier, entre Lyon et Saint Etienne, Notre-Dame de l'Hermitage est la maison mère des Frères maristes. Véritable havre de paix dans un vallon verdoyant et arboré, les Frères maristes vous accueillent pour une retraite spirituelle au rythme de la vie communautaire.
The Trappist monks of Aiguebelle Abbey welcome anyone seeking silence and renewal. Built in 1137, this Provençal monastery sits atop a valley with breathtaking views, making it an ideal setting for a spiritual retreat.
The Sisters of the Assumption welcome you to Lyon in a family home with a large garden that gives the impression of countryside and escape right in the heart of the city! Easy to access, it's an ideal place for times of personal and spiritual renewal!
In the light of the Drôme provençale, among vineyards and lavender fields, the Dominican nuns of the monastery of La Clarté Notre-Dame in Taulignan welcome anyone wishing to find renewal in a setting that fosters recollection!
In the Drôme, between the Vercors and the Rhône river, very close to Valence, Maison Nazareth welcomes you to catch your breath. The Parish Co-workers of Christ the King, together with their lay associates, will be happy to meet you.
In the heart of Savoie, the Fraternité Eucharistein of Saint Jeoire, founded in 1996, is a community of consecrated brothers and sisters in religious life. The fraternity welcomes anyone wishing to take time for renewal or spiritual reflection.
The Foyer de Charité de La Flatière, located in Les Houches in Haute-Savoie facing Mont-Blanc, offers silent Christian spiritual retreats open to all. In an uplifting natural setting, you can enjoy teachings, prayer, nature, and a warm fraternal welcome in the heart of the French Alps.
Located 40 minutes from downtown Lyon, the Carmel d'Yzeron welcomes you for a retreat in the footsteps of the great Carmelite figures: Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, Saint Teresa of Ávila, and Saint John of the Cross.
60 km south of Lyon, the Carmelite nuns of Surieu welcome you to the heights overlooking the Rhône valley, in an incredible lush green setting, on the ruins of a 12th-century castle.
At the gates of Provence, in the heart of the Baronnies, the Carmel of Mary Virgin Missionary is home to a small community of brothers and sisters in a hamlet surrounded by gardens and pools fed by a living spring. They lead a life of silence and fraternal communion, welcoming retreatants.
In the Puy-de-Dôme, Notre-Dame de Randol is a Benedictine abbey in the heart of the iconic Auvergne mountains. The monks welcome you with the promise of a calm and contemplative retreat.
The Benedictine community of Abbaye de la Rochette warmly welcomes you and looks forward to meeting your needs by offering a place of listening, renewal, and a peaceful setting for study in the heart of Savoie!
In an exceptional natural setting in the heart of the Allier department, the Benedictine nuns of Chantelle open the doors of Abbaye Saint-Vincent to you for a time of spiritual retreat.
Located in the small rural village of Éveux, about 25 km northwest of Lyon, in an area classified as Coteaux du Lyonnais near Beaujolais, Le Corbusier's convent welcomes you for a unique spiritual and cultural retreat!
Abbaye Saint-Pierre de Champagne, located between Lyon and Valence, is home to the Canons Regular of Saint Victor, who welcome guests throughout the year for times of encounter, spiritual renewal, and formation.
Nestled on the western shore of Lac du Bourget in Savoie, the breathtaking setting of Hautecombe Abbey is made all the more special by the warm welcome of the Communauté du Chemin Neuf, who will receive you with joy!
Near Lyon, the Chemin Neuf Community brings life to this magnificent former Trappist abbey, set in the heart of the ponds of la Dombes. Community life is built around prayer, agricultural work, and welcoming anyone in search of silence and rest.
In Savoie, the couple Nathalie and Damien welcome you to Chalet Notre-Dame des Refuges, surrounded by Alpine peaks in a breathtaking natural setting. A wonderful place for a spiritual retreat!
