Buddhist Meditation Centres in France (English-friendly)

There are 5 Buddhist monasteries and meditation centres in France in our directory that welcome English speakers, across Zen and Tibetan traditions. Many offer free or donation-based (dana) teachings and retreats; check each centre's website for dates and guidelines.

Zen, Chan and Seon

Plum VillageDordogne · Plum Village (Zen)
Temple Zen de la GendronnièreLoir-et-Cher · Soto Zen

Tibetan centres

Dhagpo Kagyu LingDordogne · Tibetan (Kagyu)
Lérab LingHérault, near Montpellier · Tibetan (Rigpa)
Nalanda MonasteryLavaur, Tarn · Tibetan (FPMT)

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Questions people ask

Can beginners visit a Buddhist monastery in France?

Yes. Most monasteries and meditation centres in France welcome beginners for talks, group sittings or retreats. Contact the centre first and follow its guidelines.

Do Buddhist retreats cost money?

Many monasteries run on donations (dana) and ask nothing fixed. Lay-run retreat centres usually charge for food and lodging, often with a sliding scale.