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In the gentle Charente countryside, members of the Chemin Neuf Community—bringing together consecrated persons and laypeople, men and women—open the doors of Sablonceaux Abbey to you for a time of spiritual retreat.

In Simiane-Collongue in Provence, halfway between Marseille and Aix-en-Provence, come rest in the silence and beauty of nature, share times of prayer, and listen to the word of God.

A spiritual retreat in the heart of the Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert mountains. Nestled in a valley in the forest of the Saint-Guilhem mountains, the hermitage welcomes you in complete autonomy for a retreat.

In the South of Landes, in Chalosse, this is the land of foie gras, duck breast, and Maylis Abbey! The Benedictine community living there is happy to welcome you so you can feast on prayer, silence, and beauty.

In the heart of Provence, within the Sainte-Baume massif, stands the Cave of Saint Mary Magdalene, a sanctuary maintained by Dominican friars. At the foot of the cave is the guest house.

Located in the heart of France, between Tours and Châteauroux in the Indre department, the Marian sanctuary of Pellevoisin is discreet. Yet it is a pilgrimage site offering the opportunity for rejuvenating spiritual retreats!

Welcome to the Grand-Fougeray House, a haven of peace between Rennes and Nantes, nestled in a picturesque setting along the Vilaine River, conducive to meditation and walks, offering an experience of serenity in the heart of a region rich in history and natural beauty.

In Gironde, the Cistercian abbey of Sainte-Marie du Rivet welcomes anyone seeking renewal in a welcoming and peaceful monastic setting.

Chocolate and prayer: a wonderful combination offered by the Cistercian sisters of Val d'Igny so you can find renewal through both spiritual and earthly nourishment!

Within a former Carmel nestled in the heart of the purple Périgord, the Missionary Family of Our Lady in Bergerac invites you to experience a peaceful spiritual stay by sharing moments of prayer and meals in a setting conducive to meditation, surrounded by a verdant park.

The Paray Dominican Monastery, dedicated to the Holy Rosary and the Sacred Heart, is located just a short distance from the pilgrim city of Paray-le-Monial. In a rural Burgundian setting, 14 nuns welcome you to find renewal in the many surrounding sanctuaries.

The Centre Spirituel du Hautmont, near Lille, offers a haven of peace for spiritual reflection, Ignatian retreats, and community activities in the heart of the metropolis. An inspiring place for inner search and spiritual growth.

In the Norman town of Alençon, about an hour's drive from Lisieux, lies the birthplace of Little Thérèse. In 2015, when her parents Louis and Zélie Martin were canonized, the Diocese of Séez established a sanctuary in the very places where they lived. The sanctuary welcomes all pilgrims for a spiritually renewing experience in Alençon!

If you are seeking meaning, a time for renewal, or simply curious, the Puits de Jacob community joyfully welcomes you to this vibrant and inspiring place.

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.

Nestled on the western shore of Lake Bourget in Savoie, the idyllic setting of Hautecombe Abbey is enhanced by the warm welcome of the Chemin Neuf Community, who will receive you with joy!

The François Palau Spiritual Center is a place of contemplation nestled in a verdant valley. The Carmelite Missionary Sisters offer you accommodation for a retreat, a time of meditation or relaxation.

Saint-Étienne de Bassac Abbey is a peaceful and fraternal place to experience a Christian spiritual retreat in the heart of Charente. Located between Cognac and Angoulême, surrounded by vineyards, it offers an ideal setting to reconnect with what matters most, alone, as a couple, or in a group. Welcomed by the community and friends of the abbey, you will be received in a true family spirit. The welcome is simple, caring, and focused on listening.

Under the Occitan sun, in a landscape of vineyards and hills, come and experience a spiritual retreat with the canons of Lagrasse Abbey.

Located on the edge of the capital of Gaul and the countryside, the Châtelard Ecocenter has embraced a new ecological approach since 2023, while nurturing the Ignatian spiritual tradition.

The Foyer de Charité de Baye, a retreat in Champagne for heart and spirit. The community welcomes you for 6-day fundamental and deepening retreats, weekend recollections, and special programs for young professionals or couples.

Not far from Fanjeaux, in Aude, the Little Sisters of the Lamb have their family house, a haven of peace in the middle of the fields embodying the mendicant spirit of this order.

In the highlands of Rouergue, north of Albi in Occitanie, rising from an immense expanse of rolling hills crowned with brown woods, a small bell tower stands, peaceful and resolute. This is the Bor convent.

In the heart of northern France, at the Belgian border, you'll find the Trappist monks of Mont-des-Cats Abbey. In this nearly two-hundred-year-old monastery, come take time for renewal and rest!

Located in Ploërmel, in the heart of Brocéliande country, the Mother House of the Brothers of Christian Instruction welcomes individuals and groups seeking a spiritual retreat, a Christian retreat, a time of renewal, quiet work, or training in a peaceful, green setting. This warm and welcoming place is equally suited for prayer, remote work, or organizing recollections and spiritual weekends.

In the heart of Ardèche's rugged landscapes, Foyer Marie Jean, a community of consecrated brothers and sisters, welcomes you for a retreat steeped in silence, prayer, encounter, listening, and teaching.

The Mariapolis Center is run by a community of four focolarine sisters who welcome groups (church movements, youth groups, etc.) to enjoy the exceptional setting of the Chartreuse mountain range.

In the heart of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, the brothers and sisters of the Monastic Fraternities of Jerusalem welcome you at the Sainte-Marie-Madeleine Basilica. For centuries, this major site for spiritual retreat and pilgrimage has attracted those seeking peace, beauty, and inner depth.

In Lyon, just a stone's throw from the La Croix-Rousse district and along the banks of the Saône, the Little Brothers of the Lamb have been building since 2019 a haven of peace and simplicity to the rhythm of prayer and their missionary spirit.

A stone's throw from Tours, Accueil Saint-Joseph offers a peaceful haven for studying for exams or taking a group retreat in the heart of the Touraine countryside, in Indre-et-Loire. Calm, silence, contemplation, and conversations with the sisters are on the program!

In Savoie, Nathalie and Damien welcome you to Chalet Notre-Dame des Refuges, surrounded by Alpine peaks in a breathtaking natural setting. A special place for a spiritual retreat!

In the heart of a region steeped in history, between medieval villages and thousand-year-old abbeys, the Canonesses of the Mother of God fill the walls of Azille Monastery with the melodious sound of their voices.

In Burgundy but only 1 hour from Paris, the Sisters and Brothers of the Famille Missionnaire de Notre-Dame welcome you for a time of rest in their beautiful guest house! Come find meaning in Sens!

A haven of silence and greenery at the foot of Mont Ventoux: Blauvac Abbey is simply the perfect place for a refreshing inner journey, surrounded by fields of lavender, vineyards, and cherry trees.

In an exceptional natural setting in the heart of Allier, the Benedictine nuns of Chantelle open the doors of Saint-Vincent Abbey for a time of spiritual retreat.

Nestled in Normandy's Swiss region, Notre-Dame d'Argentan Abbey traces its history back to Merovingian times. The contemplative Benedictine nuns who watch over this sanctuary welcome female retreatants year-round to share their fraternal, prayerful, and industrious life.

In Calvados, in the heart of the Norman countryside and not far from the historic D-Day landing beaches, you'll find Mondaye Abbey! A jewel of classical architecture, it is a special place where about twenty canons live. They warmly welcome you to share in their prayer and enjoy the peaceful and refreshing setting!

North of Nantes, Melleray Abbey has been a place of monastic hospitality for over 900 years. Rest, meditation, manual work, and encounters with the brothers and sisters are offered to help you experience a renewing retreat.

Saint-Pierre de Champagne Abbey, located between Lyon and Valence, is home to the Canons Regular of Saint Victor who, throughout the year, welcome visitors for times of encounter, spiritual renewal, and formation.

A unique place in France bringing together Franciscan brothers, sisters, and lay people, located in Orsay, 30 minutes southwest of Paris, La Clarté-Dieu welcomes all those seeking time for retreat and rest in an atmosphere of peace, kindness, and interiority.

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.

A verdant haven at the gates of Paris, Béthanie Priory welcomes anyone seeking a time of spiritual renewal. Established since 1972 in the Yvelines region, the community of 25 Benedictine nuns offers numerous customized retreats for everyone!

Former 12th-century Fontevrault monastery located in the heart of Poitou, the Daughters of the Cross community has welcomed guests for several generations in this peaceful place, which is also a living and working environment. This green haven is surrounded by magnificent scenery conducive to contemplation and reflection.

Saint-Martin de Ligugé Abbey is the first monastery in Europe. Built in the 4th century, it is now home to a congregation of Benedictine monks.

Halfway between Angoulême and Bordeaux, Benedictine nuns joyfully welcome you to Maumont Abbey. Nestled between meadows and forests, this haven of tranquility is ideal for a spiritual retreat in the heart of Charente.

Perched in the heights of the Bugey region, Saint-Rambert Abbey has been a sacred place of prayer since Gallo-Roman times. Between bucolic landscapes and picturesque villages, the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions welcome you for a time of retreat.

In Montbron, Charente, thirty kilometers east of Angoulême, the canons regular of Saint Victor from Marie-Médiatrice Priory joyfully welcome you to their guest house: Maison Saint-Augustin. Located in the heart of a rural and preserved region, this house is an ideal place for a spiritual retreat or time of renewal, alone or in a group.

Not far from Nice and Grasse, on the Côte d'Azur, in Roquefort-les-Pins, the Foyer de charité welcomes you for a privileged time of renewal between sea and mountains! Nestled in a four-hectare park, the sanctuary is located in Roquefort-les-Pins, in the Alpes-Maritimes department (06)!

In the Nièvre, on the banks of the Loire, stands a 19th-century gem, discreet despite its five verdant hectares: the Sainte Bernadette Sanctuary of Nevers. This symbolic pilgrimage site is the guarantee of a spiritual and renewing retreat!

In the heart of Le Havre, the community keeps watch like a lighthouse over the city, just minutes from the sea, in a quiet neighborhood. The Carmelite sisters welcome you for a time of rest and renewal with a touch of sea air!

Between Bayonne and Mont-de-Marsan, in the Gascon town of Dax, the Dominican monastery is a living place animated by about twenty nuns who cultivate this haven of peace and prayer. You are most welcome!

Located 25 kilometers south of Avallon, in the Yonne department (89), in the heart of Burgundy, in the northern Morvan region, Sainte-Marie de la Pierre-Qui-Vire Abbey is nestled in the middle of a vast forest crossed by streams, dotted with lakes and ponds, as well as hiking trails and wide forest paths. A rare natural setting of exceptional beauty!

Nestled in the heart of the Pink City, the Carmel Monastery of Toulouse offers an exceptional setting (gardens, chapel, and library) to find renewal and welcomes individuals who wish to experience a personal spiritual retreat!

In Nord-Pas-de-Calais, the twenty members of the community at Foyer de charité de Courset welcome you for family or couples retreats where you can find renewal in silence and the sharing of a joyful and fraternal life.

In Aube, in the village of Mesnil Saint-Loup, the brothers of Notre-Dame-de-la-Sainte-Espérance Monastery live according to the Rule of Saint Benedict. They welcome to their guest house anyone seeking a renewing spiritual retreat!

Venière Abbey is an ideal place to experience time together in fellowship and find renewal in Burgundy, within a community of Benedictine nuns!

In the Arros valley, at the foot of the Pyrenees, anyone seeking rest and greenery will be warmly welcomed by the Benedictine monks of the sublime Tournay Abbey.

A stone's throw from the Breton metropolis, nestled in a verdant setting, the Notre-Dame du Désert Parish Hermitage awaits you for a solitary retreat, away from it all, for a time of rest and contemplation.

The Augustinian Community of Gouarec welcomes you for a time of spiritual renewal at their monastery located in the heart of Brittany!

Two hours from Paris, the sisters of the Annonciade of Saint-Doulchard welcome you to a place overlooking the city of Bourges, ideal for renewal, prayer, and study.

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.

Maison Massabielle is located a few kilometers from Paris. It welcomes couples, families and groups for retreats, stays, training sessions and spiritual programs. Ideal thanks to its vast 3-hectare park, the house offers numerous accommodation options.

In Brittany, in the heart of Morbihan, between the entrance to the Quiberon peninsula and the Carnac stone alignments, you'll find Saint-Michel de Kergonan Abbey! The Benedictine nuns of the Solesmes Congregation welcome you for a privileged retreat time!

Set in the hills of Perche, 150 km west of Paris, the Notre-Dame de Montligeon sanctuary is a place of hope, a place of comfort and a place of peace.

Can't take city life anymore? Need a break? Jouarre Abbey is home to a community of Benedictine nuns. They welcome you with open arms for a spiritual retreat, just a stone's throw from Paris!

Set sail for renewal! Maison Saint-François in Dinard offers you a breath of fresh air in Brittany! The tranquility of the seaside, the warm welcome of the Foyer de charité community, the invigorating sea air: an ideal setting for a restorative spiritual retreat.

The Penboc'h spiritual center is a Jesuit retreat house. This spiritual oasis, near the Gulf of Morbihan in Brittany, offers peaceful retreats in an enchanting setting that combines pristine nature with warm hospitality.

Located 40 minutes from Lyon city center, Yzeron Carmel welcomes you for a retreat following in the footsteps of the great Carmelite figures: Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, Saint Teresa of Avila, and Saint John of the Cross.

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.

Discover Rimont Saint-Joseph Priory in Fley (Saône-et-Loire), a Christian spiritual retreat center in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Stay with the Apostolic Sisters of Saint John for a time of prayer, silence and spiritual renewal.

The Monastic Fraternities of Jerusalem live their monastic life at Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey. They welcome visitors and pilgrims and invite them to pray with them.

In the heart of Central Brittany, between Pontivy and Josselin in Morbihan, the Trappist abbey Timadeuc Abbey welcomes individuals and groups for refreshing, authentic, and inspiring stays!

Located in the small rural town of Éveux, about 25km northwest of Lyon in an area classified as Coteaux du Lyonnais next to Beaujolais, Le Corbusier's convent welcomes you for a unique spiritual and cultural retreat!

Located in a hamlet in the Drôme Vercors at an altitude of 920m on a plateau surrounded by mountains and forests, Maison Saint-Hugues is a diocesan house adjacent to the Cistercian abbey of Léoncel, built in the 12th century.

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.

Located in the heart of Cotentin, Notre Dame de Grâce Abbey in Bricquebec is home to a community of ten Cistercian brothers who will offer you a renewing retreat, and don't forget to taste their famous pâté!

Are you looking for a place of silence and peace to rest in Brittany, away from it all? The Cistercian Sisters of Campénéac Abbey welcome you to their community for spiritual retreats in Morbihan!

In the heart of Angers, the Esvière Center, with nearly 1,500 years of history, is now run by the Fondacio community. It welcomes you for an inspiring stay full of meaning and hope! Join this shared third space with numerous offerings for a refreshing and stimulating spiritual time!

Come experience a Christian spiritual retreat in Pornic, by the sea. The Domaine de Monval welcomes priests, laypeople and families in a peaceful setting with a chapel, accommodations and a simple spiritual life.

The Brothers of Saint John are delighted to welcome you to northern Corsica in their monastery near Île Rousse! Nestled in the Balagne region, Saint Dominic Monastery is a place of renewal, tranquility, and prayer for those who come. Whether for an "independent" retreat, a time of rest, or as a group, the doors of the guest house are warmly open to you!

Located in the heart of the village of La Houssaye-en-Brie, 45 km from Paris, Domaine du Palis at Saint-Martin Priory is a timeless place surrounded by a vast wooded park of over 5 hectares. Ideal for a weekend or stay near Paris.

The Maison Regnum Christi now offers spiritual retreats and annual highlights, providing spiritual renewal for a diverse audience.

The Lourdes Sanctuary is one of the most iconic places in France for Catholics (and not only!). Located at the bottom of a valley, in a mountain setting, the annual number of visitors is equally staggering, with several million people visiting each year.

Le Berceau Center is the birthplace of Saint Vincent de Paul (1581-1660). It welcomes all types of retreats between 3 and 5 days. To enjoy the Landes region or discover the life and work of this great 17th-century figure, this is the perfect place!

On the outskirts of Avignon, in Montfavet, a welcoming community of contemplative Poor Clare nuns receives visitors at Sainte-Claire Monastery. This peaceful, bucolic place is ideal for finding physical, emotional, mental and spiritual renewal.

Woofing, individual retreats, youth and group retreats... there's something for everyone! So come visit Echourgnac, in Dordogne!

In Calvados, not far from Caen and 6 miles from the first D-Day beaches, you'll find Notre-Dame-de-Fidélité Convent, home to a religious community dedicated to education. Their monastery welcomes everyone for a time of spiritual renewal in Normandy!

At the top of a wooded hill, a large white monastery is home to a welcoming community of Benedictine nuns. An ideal location, in the heart of nature, for a spiritual retreat following the rhythm of monastic life.

In Pas-de-Calais, a delightful community of Benedictine monks welcomes you to Saint-Paul de Wisques Abbey! An ideal place, in the heart of nature, for a spiritual retreat following the rhythm of monastic life.

At the crossroads of Ille-et-Vilaine, Loire-Atlantique and Morbihan, the La Roche du Theil welcome and spirituality center receives men, women, youth, families and groups, including scouts and WWOOFers!

Located at the entrance to the historic city of Valognes, renowned for its Gallo-Roman baths, just 15 minutes from the sea, Notre-Dame de Protection Abbey welcomes you alone or in groups for a tailored retreat and time of renewal in the far North!

Located in Brittany, near Saint-Malo, the Foyer de Charité de Tressaint welcomes everyone for a spiritual break.

In Burgundy in the Doubs department, right next to Besançon, come and recharge alone or in a group at Foyer Sainte-Anne!

Hidden in the forests of Sologne is a small haven of peace: Magdala. This former hunting lodge has been home to the Monastic Fraternities of Jerusalem since 1985, transformed into a place of contemplation and missionary joy.

Near Lyon, the Chemin Neuf community brings life to this magnificent former Trappist abbey, located in the heart of the Dombes ponds. The community life is based on prayer, agricultural work and welcoming anyone seeking silence and rest.

An old Savoyard house, Chalet Béthanie is a warm and welcoming place. Come and spend a few days with family or friends, to rest or work in the fresh mountain air!

In the heart of Sarthe (72), located in the countryside but slightly elevated, La Paix Notre-Dame Priory enjoys a superb view over the Loir valley and a beautiful, very peaceful setting in direct contact with nature! Not far from the two cities of Tours and Le Mans, the community of sisters living on site welcomes you for a time of retreat!

Bonneval Abbey, nestled in the green countryside of Aveyron, stands as a witness to nearly nine centuries of monastic history. Founded in 1147 by Cistercian monks from Mazan Abbey in Ardèche, it is part of the great expansion movement of the Cistercian order

In the luminous landscape of the Drôme provençale, among vineyards and lavender fields, the Dominican nuns of La Clarté Notre-Dame Monastery in Taulignan welcome anyone seeking renewal in a setting that fosters contemplation!

In Burgundy, the monks of Cîteaux Abbey welcome people who wish to find renewal for 2 to 7 days in an atmosphere of peace and prayer, regardless of their religious beliefs.