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Consecrated laity 5 days

Hiking and prayer

Walking and praying along the Côte d'Emeraude

June 29 – July 3, 2026 Saint Francis House in Dinard Ille-et-Vilaine 20 places
Hiking and prayer

A few days of retreat through walking

A time of renewal and retreat to disconnect, breathe, push your limits, and rediscover what truly matters, through 4 days of walking in the breathtaking setting of the Côte d'Emeraude, surrounded by the beauty of creation (sea and countryside), enriched by times of teaching and sharing.

To take part in this retreat, you must be physically able to walk 15 to 18 km per day on coastal paths that can be steep.

Led by a priest (Hubert de Passemar) and members of the community.

Programme

  • Each day, we set out after breakfast and Lauds for approximately 3 to 4 hours of walking, 15 to 18 km, along coastal paths that are sometimes steep.
  • Days punctuated by times of teaching, Mass, moments of silence, and sharing.
  • We return to Maison St François in the late afternoon.
  • After dinner, an evening gathering with the community.

Practical information

  • Full board.
  • Bed linens are provided, but not towels.
  • Room with full bathroom facilities.
  • Remember to bring sunscreen, walking and rain gear, good shoes, and blister protection for your feet!
  • For your walking backpack, here are some good ideas: a small Bible if you have one, something to take notes with, a water bottle, and a small insulated bag for your packed lunch.

Contribution to expenses

  • 312€ for full board
  • 70€ for the program

Getting there

Train

Saint-Malo train station, then bus line 16 or taxi

Car

From Rennes, take the direction of Saint-Malo

Bike

Follow the coastline, against wind and tide