La Fontaine
Reconnect with nature, body, and self.
La Fontaine, located in Port-Saint-Père, offers a unique opportunity to slow down and reconnect with the natural world and your inner self. This evolving space, guided by Madeleine Schmitt, an architect and cook, emphasizes living in harmony with the seasons and the land's cycles. It's envisioned as a future hub for retreats and gatherings, providing a peaceful environment where shared meals, creative expression, and quiet moments naturally intertwine. The atmosphere is grounded and welcoming, encouraging a deep exploration of the connection between body, earth, and the cosmos through direct experience. During specific events like "La Rencontre de la Source," La Fontaine transforms into a temporary home, fostering a collective space of care for participants to rest, open up, and rediscover what truly matters.
Highlights
- Guided by Madeleine Schmitt, an architect and cook
- Emphasizes living aligned with seasons and land cycles
- Focus on shared meals and creative expression
- Designed for presence and reconnection with body, earth, and stars
- Transforms into a collective space of care during specific events
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Setting
The center is situated in a peaceful natural environment, inviting a slower rhythm of living aligned with the seasons and the cycles of the land. The house and its surroundings offer a grounded, welcoming atmosphere.
Accommodation
Accommodation details are not specified in the provided information.
How to get there
Specific directions to La Fontaine in Port-Saint-Père are not available. Please refer to the website or contact the organizers for travel details.
Nearest airport: Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) (11 km)
Nearest city: Nantes
Public transport: Contact the center for transport details
Interested in this center? Check availability and upcoming retreats on their official site.
Visit La Fontaine websiteClimate
Climate Zone: Temperate
Best Months: Aug, Jun, Mar
Avoid: Jan, Nov, Dec
Information regarding specific climate conditions for visiting is not provided. It is advisable to check local weather forecasts for Port-Saint-Père prior to your visit.
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of activities can I expect at La Fontaine?
La Fontaine emphasizes shared meals, creative expression, and moments of silence, all within a natural environment designed for presence and reconnection.
Who is Madeleine Schmitt?
Madeleine Schmitt is described as an architect, cook, and guardian of this nourishing land, holding and guiding the evolving space of La Fontaine.
Is La Fontaine a permanent retreat center?
La Fontaine is conceived as a future space for retreats and gatherings, and during events like "La Rencontre de la Source," it becomes a temporary home and collective space.
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