Retreats at Château de Jalesnes
The Château de Jalesnes is not only a sought-after wedding venue – it’s also a magical destination for immersive retreats that celebrate art, culture, cuisine, and personal growth. Nestled in the serene heart of the Loire Valley, our Renaissance château offers a one-of-a-kind setting for learning, connection, and relaxation. In recent years, Château de Jalesnes has welcomed a range of thoughtfully curated retreats, each making use of the château’s unique atmosphere:
Seasonal Wellness Retreats
A 5-night women’s retreat in the Loire Valley, blending seasonal rituals, healing therapies, yoga, and the quiet luxury of château living.
14 – 19 September, 2026
Culinary Retreats
Coming in 2026, Château de Jalesnes will host a series of chef- and expert-led culinary and gastronomy retreats, created in collaboration with celebrated chefs and culinary specialists.
Set within our historic Loire Valley château, these retreats are designed as immersive escapes — unhurried, elegant, and thoughtfully curated. They are not cookery courses, but shared experiences shaped around exceptional food, meaningful conversation, and the pleasure of spending time in a remarkable place.
Marco Pierre White
7th-10th May
Daniel Galmiche
4th-7th June
Paul A Young
1st-4th Sept
Matt Tebbutt
1st-4th October
The Second Half Experience
This experience isn’t about escape. It’s about reconnection — to wellbeing, to vitality, and to life’s possibilities after 50.
Set in the heart of France’s Loire Valley, in a 16th-century Renaissance castle, this six-day, five-night restorative retreat offers a rare blend of reflection, vitality, and la belle vie — the good life.
Six days. Five nights. One transformative retreat.
JULY 13-18, 2026
Lux Mundi Tattoo Retreat
The retreat centers around your new tattoo.
- Collaborate with an elite artist for one full tattoo session.
- Enjoy a private photoshoot to capture your new art amidst a backdrop of breathtaking beauty.
- Three nights accommodation at Château de Jalesnes, in the Loire Valley.
- Traditional meals made from local ingredients paired with regional wines.
JUNE 19-22, 2026
Loire Valley Painting Retreat
Painting retreats invite artists of all levels to set up their easels in sun-drenched gardens or under vaulted ceilings, finding inspiration in the surrounding countryside and receiving expert guidance in oil painting techniques.
A Venue Designed for Connection
All retreats at Château de Jalesnes include luxury accommodation, gourmet meals, access to the château grounds and gardens, and curated activities tailored to each theme.
Whether you come to paint, bake, taste, or learn, you’ll be surrounded by a warm community and unforgettable French charm. Interested in hosting your own retreat? Contact us to learn more about partnership opportunities.