2026 Retreats & Events in Plum Village France

Plum Village France announces its 2026 retreat schedule across three hamlets: Lower Hamlet, New Hamlet, and Upper Hamlet. The year includes themed weeks, intensive practice periods, and seasonal gatherings rooted in mindfulness and engaged Buddhism. Offerings range from single-week programs focused on gardening and regional themes to extended retreats spanning weeks or months. Several retreats welcome volunteers alongside residential practitioners. The schedule extends into early 2027 with the traditional Rains Retreat, a period of deeper monastic practice. Registration typically opens three months before each retreat's arrival date. Plum Village, founded by Thich Nhat Hanh, continues as a living monastery where practice integrates daily work, collective mindfulness, and communal life.