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Weekend around Mary Magdalene

A weekend to better discover the figure of Mary Magdalene and her message for today.

16 – October 18, 2026 Sanctuary of La Sainte-Baume Var 25 places
Weekend around Mary Magdalene

Two days alongside the friend of Christ

  • The Sanctuary of La Sainte-Baume invites you to discover or deepen your understanding of the figure of Saint Mary Magdalene, the first witness of the Resurrection and "Apostle to the Apostles."

  • At the heart of the place where Christian tradition locates the final years of her life, this weekend offers an opportunity to better understand her witness, her mission, and the relevance of her message for Christians today.

Through teachings, times of prayer, fraternal sharing, and the possibility of climbing to the Grotto of Saint Mary Magdalene, each person is invited to be renewed by the encounter with Christ, following the example of the one who remained faithful to him until the very end.

Programme

  • Teachings

  • Times of personal prayer

  • Possibility of climbing to the Grotto of Saint Mary Magdalene

  • Optional participation in the liturgical offices with the Dominican brothers

  • Fraternal gatherings and free time

The detailed program for each edition is shared based on the proposed theme.

Practical information

Practical details

Speaker: Brother Dominique Barré, o.p., Dominican Brother of the Province of Toulouse. Accommodation and meals are provided by the Sanctuary's guest house.

Getting there

Train

Nearby SNCF train stations: Marseille-Aubagne, bus Aubagne-Saint Zacharie or bus Aix en Provence-St Maximin, 3 buses per day between St Maximin and the Hostellerie stop (Monday to Friday)

Car

Coming from Aix-en-Provence/Nice, take the Saint-Maximin exit on the A8, then head toward Nans-les-Pins.

Bike

We recommend the Corniche du Liouquet for the more adventurous!