Accueil du Couvent de Malet
The Couvent de Malet, located in Saint-Côme-d'Olt in the Lot valley, offers a peaceful and spiritual setting for renewal retreats.
Welcoming pilgrims and seekers, it invites prayer, silence, and communion in soothing natural surroundings.
Retreats organized by the community
History and hospitality at the Couvent de Malet
The Couvent de Malet is a place steeped in history and spiritual heritage.
Founded in 1806 by Jeanne Planchon, a local woman, the Ursuline congregation of Malet has been deeply influenced by the spirituality of Saint Angela Merici, founder of the Ursuline order in the 16th century. At Malet, the mission of the Ursuline Sisters has always focused on prayer, education, and accompaniment of the most vulnerable.
Today, a small community of elderly sisters still lives at Malet, holding in their prayers all those who are welcomed and sharing their spiritual heritage.
The Couvent de Malet is a true haven of peace where serenity reigns.
The Ursuline community lives according to a rhythm of prayer, silence, and meditation, welcoming each person with a spirit of kindness, tolerance, and simplicity.
It is a place where fraternity and prayer are at the heart of daily life, and where guests are invited to find renewal and deepen their spiritual quest.
The community and the Ursuline congregation
The Ursuline Sisters, heirs of Saint Angela Merici, lead a simple life based on prayer, hospitality, and listening.
They are animated by values of service, communion, and sharing. By coming to Malet, you join a tradition of service and encounter.
The sisters' daily activities include times of prayer, moments of silence, fraternal gatherings, and moments of openness to those who pass through the convent.
Their prayers support all those who stay at Malet, and they are committed to the mission of this unique place.
What to expect during your stay
Making a retreat at the Couvent
The Couvent de Malet offers a variety of retreats adapted to everyone's needs, whether silent retreats, rest, renewal, or guided spiritual retreats.
Guests can choose to participate in themed retreats, walks in the surrounding area, or particular liturgical moments.
Personalized spiritual guidance is available for those who wish for more specific support, and manual activities such as gardening or simple workshops allow guests to experience the retreat in simplicity.
Meals are taken together, and everyone can participate in prayer, meditation, or moments of sharing offered.
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The guest house and buildings
The guest house at the Couvent de Malet is a simple and peaceful space, with individual or shared rooms.
The buildings are sober and bright, offering views of the garden or valley. There is an oratory and a chapel for prayer and contemplation, as well as a library for moments of reading and silence.
The garden, which is ideal for walks and relaxation, is a true haven of tranquility.
Meals are taken in a common dining room, in a friendly atmosphere that respects each person's rhythm.
Geography and activities
Geography and environment
The Couvent de Malet is located in the Lot valley, in the heart of the medieval village of Saint-Côme-d'Olt.
The region is rich in landscapes and heritage, with sites to discover such as the Aubrac plateau, the Soulages museum in Rodez, and villages classified among the most beautiful in France, such as Estaing and Sainte-Eulalie-d'Olt.
Nearby, you will also find Conques, famous for its Romanesque heritage, as well as Laguiole and its renowned cutlery.
The natural setting of the region invites walking, contemplation, and discovery of the local culture.
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Activities and places of interest nearby
Guests at the Couvent de Malet can enjoy numerous walking activities, such as short hikes around Saint-Côme-d'Olt and along the Lot River.
By car, guests can explore the Aubrac plateau, the cheese route, or visit the many cultural and natural sites in the region. Local gastronomy, markets, and heritage are also major attractions, particularly depending on the season.
Thus, the Couvent de Malet is a place where history, spirituality, and nature meet, offering guests a perfect setting for renewal, inner peace, and discovery.
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