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New Year's at the Abbey - Retreat for young adults aged 18-30

Welcoming the new year at Mont Saint-Michel

Dec 29, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027 Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey Manche 3 places
New Year's at the Abbey - Retreat for young adults aged 18-30

Enter 2027 with the Brothers of Mont Saint-Michel

You will be welcomed into the Brotherhood of Brothers to experience a spiritual retreat from Tuesday to Sunday.

You will be invited:

  • to follow the rhythm of the monastic community members (liturgy, meals).

  • to immerse yourself in the meditation of the Word of God (alone and together)

  • to take part in various tasks (cooking, gardening, maintenance, ...)

You will also have time for yourself: to get some fresh air, to read, ...

Programme

The monastic offices of prayer will structure the day.

The schedule for each day will be shared with you at the beginning of the retreat.

Arrival is possible on Tuesday (from 2:30 p.m. and before 7:30 p.m.) for the end of the retreat on Saturday, January 2 (10:00 a.m.).

On request, it is possible to extend until Sunday afternoon.

Practical information

Practical details

  • Bring your Bible.

  • Depending on the weather, plan to dress warmly and possibly bring clothes you don't mind getting dirty for service times.

  • Sheets and bath towels are provided.

  • Practical details will be shared upon registration.

Suggested offering

Overall free-will contribution to expenses of around €45 to €55 per day per person on full board, depending on whether you are a student or a young professional.

Getting there

Train

Just 4 hours from Paris, door to door, hassle-free!

Car

Yes, it's possible: the brothers will give you instructions for parking.

Bike

Many incredible routes to get here!