8 day Ayurveda Retreat with daily Massage and Yoga in a Chateau in France
With Marianne Durand and Clemens Dokman
July 18 - 25, 2026
An authentic Ayurvedic Retreat in the heart of France
The essence of our mission is to provide deep benefits that stand comparison with the best Ayurvedic clinics in India, while enjoying the quiet timeless atmosphere of an antique Chateau in the center of France. That means benefiting from the best of both worlds:
* No jet lag or acclimatisation necessary: you arrive, you relax.
* An exceptional natural environment, preserved and silent, in the heart of central France, a sanctuary for flora and fauna.
* English spoken – no cultural barrier, for a simple and seamless experience.
* Local Ayurvedic cuisine, digestible and detoxifying, prepared with seasonal organic ingredients.
* A central location, easily accessible from Paris.
Designed by Marianne Durand, Senior Practitioner with over twenty years of experience in Yoga and Ayurveda, our retreats follow protocols learned in the best schools in India, the United States, and Switzerland, and use authentic medicinal oils imported by us from South India (Kerala), to guarantee a profound effect on the body, mind, and spirit.
Château de La Pierre offers a unique setting of calm and nature: 16 hectares of meadows, forest, and silence, far from any pollution. Daily yoga and meditation practice complements the treatments and reinforces the rebalancing effects on body and mind.
After an individual assessment, conducted on the first day of the retreat, Marianne establishes a personalised protocol with you. Each program aims to:
* Harmonize your nervous system (Vata dosha)
* Rebalance your metabolism (Pitta dosha)
* Promote circulation to eliminate accumulated toxins (Kapha dosha)
* Nourish and regenerate your tissues (Rasayana)
The Retreat includes 1 or 2 Ayurvedic treatments per day, including four 1.5-hour long full-body massages during the week, supplemented by specialised treatments and specific massages, thus offering one of the most comprehensive packages available in France.
The Ayurvedic Retreat is not limited to treatments; it offers total immersion in an environment conducive to rejuvenation:
* Personalised massages and treatments with Ayurvedic medicinal oils specifically chosen for you
* Daily yoga, meditation, and relaxation practices
* Healthy and delicious vegetarian food
* Rest and meditation in Nature
At Château de La Pierre, you benefit from traditional treatments, personalized support, and an exceptional environment.
Everything is in place to experience an authentic Ayurvedic experience, deeply regenerating, without having to travel to India.
About the Leaders
Marianne Durand
Trained in Ayurvedic medicine with Atreya Smith in Europe, and Dr. Joshi and Dr. Sapna in India, Marianne has been supporting those who wish to restore harmony between body, mind, and environment for over twenty years. She discovered Ayurveda in 2004 while living in Sivananda yoga ashrams, where she met the pioneers who brought Ayurveda […]
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Clemens has always been driven by a deep quest for meaning and service. At 23, he founded his own import company, which he managed for seven years. But an essential question eventually arose: “How can I contribute to a better world?” This question marked the beginning of an inner transformation and a spiritual journey that […]
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