Buddhist Spiritual Retreats in France: The Best Destinations
More and more people are looking for ways to deepen their inner understanding and connect to deep spirituality. In France, Buddhism offers a unique opportunity for this through spiritual retreats. Let's take a look at the best places to experience this.
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1. Plum Village
Located in Dordogne, this Buddhist center founded by the monk Thich Nhat Hanh is recognized worldwide. It offers mindfulness retreats of different lengths, suitable for beginners as well as advanced practitioners.
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2. Dhagpo Kagyu Ling
Located in Corrèze, this center is the European headquarters of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism. The retreats offered vary based on the specific teachings and meditations of this tradition.
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3. Vajra Yogini Institute
Located near Toulouse, this institute offers retreats based on the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism, with a particular emphasis on meditation and tantric yoga.
4. Falaise Verte Zen Center
Located in Ardèche, this center offers Zen retreats where meditation, community work and silence are at the heart of the practice.
5. Bliss Terre Ciel Retreat in Aveyron
Located in Burgundy, this place offers retreats combining Buddhism and other spiritual traditions, offering an integrative approach to spirituality.
Conclusion: Finding your way inwards
France offers a multitude of places dedicated to Buddhist practice. Each center has its specificity and its approach, offering everyone a unique opportunity to delve into the heart of themselves. It is recommended to find out in detail about each center to find the retreat best suited to your needs.
Common questions about Buddhist retreats in France
1. Do you need to have prior experience of Buddhism?
No, most centers welcome beginners and offer suitable initiations.
2. How long does a retreat last?
This varies by center, ranging from weekends to several months.
3. What is the cost of a Buddhist retreat?
Prices vary depending on the duration and the center. Some places operate on the basis of donations.
4. What should I take with me?
Generally, comfortable clothing, a meditation mat if you have one, and an open mind.
5. Are the retreats silent?
Some are, while others include periods of teaching or exchange.
No, most centers welcome beginners and offer suitable initiations.
This varies by center, ranging from weekends to several months.
Prices vary depending on the duration and the center. Some places operate on the basis of donations.
Generally, comfortable clothing, a meditation mat if you have one, and an open mind.
Some are, while others include periods of teaching or exchange.
1 comment
Colette Coppens
Bonjour , je souhaite m initier et connaitre plus sur le Bouddhisme ?
Et y a t il des séances périodes de Noël / nouvel an ….
Sur Paris ou ailleurs ….Merci CCC