Retreat
7 Day Holistic Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Côte d’Azur, France
This retreat is a rare opportunity to live with local people and meet friends in rural France. You will taste local produce, admire the beautiful landscape, get off the beaten track, and experience French culture from the inside while adding more mindfulness to your daily life.
Instructions are offered in English and/or French.
Highlights
- Daily yoga and meditation sessions adapted to the guests’ abilities and experience
- French gastronomy workshop led by a French chef
- 6 nights accommodation
- Wine from the village vineyard
- Hikes off the beaten track to only-known-by-locals spots
- A caring and diverse team with a flexible and welcoming approach
- Personal development workshops based on the philosophy of non-violent communication
- Homemade organic food with locally sourced produce
DATE
All Year Round
PRICE
From €1,000
LOCATION
Provence-Alpes-Cote D’Azur, France
Nights
6 Nights
The FrogS'House
Coastal Sanctuary
Perched in the medieval village of Saint-Jeannet overlooking the shimmering coastline of the French Riviera, this 7-day holistic retreat offers a rare blend of yoga, meditation, and Mediterranean lifestyle. Running weekly from April to mid-November, the experience is designed to immerse you in presence — each movement, breath, and shared moment approached with mindful awareness.
The philosophy is simple: yoga is not something you “do,” but something you live. Whether you are new to the mat or have years of experience, you are invited to slow down, observe, and reconnect with your inner rhythm. The week allows space for structured practice, spontaneous exploration, meaningful conversations, and restorative solitude — creating a natural balance between activity and ease.
Program & Daily Flow
Each morning begins with yoga and meditation sessions that emphasize embodied awareness and subtle observation. Practices range from gentle, meditative flows to more dynamic sessions inspired by Ashtanga or Yin traditions. Workshops throughout the week explore themes such as integrating yoga into daily life, compassionate communication, and conscious living beyond postures. A vegetarian French gastronomy workshop adds a creative, cultural touch to the retreat.
Signature experiences include:
- Walking Day in the Baou hills with panoramic Riviera views and a shared picnic
- Summer Aquatic Walk through a gorge with waterfalls and natural swimming spots
- Free Flow Day, shaped collectively by the group (beach visits, art villages, vineyard tasting, or quiet rest)
- Evening gatherings, meditation sessions, and a joyful farewell dinner
The week flows from welcome evening to closing ceremony, creating a natural progression that supports both personal reflection and group connection.
Practical Details & What’s Included
Your stay includes six nights of accommodation in a peaceful village house with sweeping sea and mountain views. Daily organic breakfasts or brunches are served on the sunny terrace, along with most homemade dinners (including a welcome buffet and farewell celebration with local wine). A guided hike or canyon walk, yoga and meditation sessions, workshops, and professional excursion guidance are all part of the package.
Additional highlights:
- French gastronomy workshop with a professional chef
- Compassionate communication sessions
- Picnic lunch on hiking day
- Wine from the village vineyard served with select dinners
- Option to book massages and sound healing treatments at an extra cost
Guests are encouraged to bring comfortable walking shoes, swimwear for summer river walks, sun protection, and a light jacket for cooler mornings. Late departures or extended stays can often be arranged upon request, allowing you to fully savor your Côte d’Azur retreat experience.