6 Day Deepening Meditation Retreat in Marcay, France

12 - 17 May 2026 | Bonnevaux Centre for Peace, France

There are two ways to learn to swim: jumping into the deep end or gradually lowering ourselves in. This retreat offers the perfect environment to wade into the practice of silence—allowing both beginners and those with years of practice to deepen their journey without ever feeling out of their depth.

In the supportive embrace of a global community, we will meditate together under the guidance of mystics and seasoned meditators who have already explored these profound depths.

The Current of Reality In the act of letting go and launching out, John Main reminds us that “we soon pick up the currents of reality that give us our direction and momentum…By stillness in the spirit, we move in the ocean of God.” Throughout this retreat, we explore the timeless wisdom that “all the way to heaven is heaven,” looking specifically at who Jesus is for us today: the human expression of the Way, our companion on the walk, and the presence dwelling within our hearts.

Reviews

"My first time at Bonnevaux. Thank you very much for such an experience. The depth of the teachings and practice on the one hand; and all the practicalities of the retreat on the other, were all fantastic."

Susan

Deepening Meditation Retreat, 2025

Deepening Meditation Retreat | 12 - 17 May 2026

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About the Speaker

Stefan Reynolds

A scholar-monk at heart with a PhD in spirituality and a quirky, engaging wit, Stefan bridges the deep wisdom of the mystics with the practice of meditation. In his study of Christian spirituality, he has earned two master’s degrees and a PhD from London University. He is the author of Living with the Mind of Christ: Mindfulness in Christian Spirituality (DLT, 2016), The Wisdom of Love in the Song of Songs (Hikari 2018) and the WCCM Roots of Christian Mysticism online course.

Highlights:

Deep Teaching: Insightful conferences to ground your practice.
Communal Meditation: The unique power of shared silence.
Sacred Solitude: Dedicated time for quiet reflection.
Personal Guidance: Opportunities for one-on-one meetings to support your individual path.

Skill level:

"Bonnevaux is an inspiring place, due to its setting in nature, its beautiful architecture and accommodation, and (most of all) the generosity in receiving the participants (practically and spiritually). It means a real support for those (like me) who have not found yet the path to regular meditation."

Frank

Deepening Meditation Retreat, 2025

Accommodation

Single room with ensuite bathroom

950€ (per person)

Single room with shared bathroom

800€ (per person)

Shared twin room with ensuite bathroom

600€ (per person)

What's Included:

Accommodation
3 Daily delicious and nutricious meals
Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day
Daily meditation classes
Pre and post support from our team
Luggage storage
One-on-one meetings to support you on your personal journey
Parking (if needed)

Group Discounts

We offer a special 15% discount for groups of four people or more. If you would like to register for this retreat as a group, please email us at contact@bonnevauxabp.com with:

the title of the retreat
the full name of each participant
and the chosen room type for each person

We will get back to you shortly.

The Venue: Bonnevaux Centre for Peace, France

Bonnevaux (Bonne Vallée , or Good Valley) is set within a beautiful valley formed by the river Rhune (la Rhûne) which descends past the Chapel and the 12th-century Abbaye, emptying into the lake beyond. The beauty and peace of Bonnevaux´s 65 hectares (160 acres) reflects the contemplative life lived here from its foundation as a Benedictine monastery in 1119 until the French Revolution. The community is continuing this policy as a living witness to the link between ecology and the human spirit. The land has over 20 different plant habitats, some of which are of heritage value.

How to Get There

Bonnevaux is located near Poitiers, in the southwest of France. The closest airport and train station is in Poitiers. You can get a taxi from there to Bonnevaux which is about a 20 minute drive away.