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Monks 4 days

Spiritual retreat in a "gîte" format (families, groups of friends)

For a spiritual retreat with friends, with family, and at your own pace.

June 30 – July 3, 2026 Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey Manche 9 places

A group recollection or a family stay

  • From Tuesday to Friday, the guest house lodge is yours, with its kitchen and 5 rooms.

  • Max. capacity: 9-10 people.

  • Good physical fitness is required (300 steps to climb several times a day to reach the abbey church).

Programme

  • Organize your Weekend in a completely independent way while following the daily rhythm of the monastic offices with the community.
  • Arrival possible from Tuesday at noon.
  • Departure on Friday at noon (2:00 PM). For a longer stay, please let us know in advance.

Practical information

Practical information:

  • The Stella Maris lodge is located in the middle of the village.
  • It includes a common room, a kitchen, and 5 rooms with washbasins, furnished simply (4 double rooms and one single room with a possible cot).
  • Two shower rooms and restrooms on the landing.
  • Bring your own food to cook on-site to ensure meal independence.
  • Bring your own bath towels, pillowcases, and sheets (blankets are provided).
  • Practical details will be shared upon registration.

Suggested offering:

  • An overall free-will contribution to expenses of around €100 per person for the three days, including the annual membership to the Association supporting the host structure.
  • You may adjust your offering between a "small budget" amount and a "solidarity" contribution.

Getting there

Train

Just 4 hours from Paris, door to door with no hassle!

Car

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

Bike

Many incredible routes to get here!