8 Day Back-to-Basics Retreat in Murols, France

An eight-day wellness retreat in Murols, France, this program is designed for anyone feeling weighed down by modern routines and ready to reconnect with nature. Set in the mountains and forests of Aveyron at La Forêt du Dragon, it combines grounding practices with outdoor adventure to help you step away from screens and rediscover what matters. The Aveyron countryside is the backdrop for a week that asks you to switch off your phone and tune in to the world around you. La Forêt du Dragon sits among rugged hills and dense woodland, offering a landscape that invites stillness, curiosity, and a genuine sense of being somewhere far from the ordinary. The early part of the week centers on settling in. Daily yoga and breathwork sessions take place outdoors, on grass or beneath trees, helping you release tension and arrive fully in your body. These grounding practices are paired with reflective workshops aimed at loosening the grip of everyday worries and creating space for clarity. Each day includes hiking through the scenic Aveyron terrain, and throughout the week you will learn practical outdoor skills. There are workshops on foraging and cooking over an open fire, firemaking, and cold water training. These hands-on sessions are designed to build confidence and mental resilience in tangible ways. As the week progresses, the focus shifts toward adventure and deeper self-inquiry. A 24-hour solo vision quest in the woods offers extended time for reflection, while a firewalk provides a powerful challenge for those ready to push past perceived limits. These experiences let you choose your level of intensity. Guides Rick and Marjolein accompany you throughout the journey, bringing experience in both coaching and outdoor leadership. Their goal is to help you leave with a clearer sense of direction and practical tools for living from a place of inner strength rather than external pressure. This retreat suits anyone seeking meaningful time away from technology, a deeper connection with the natural world, or space for personal growth and coaching. What is required is a willingness to slow down, go outside, and engage honestly with where you are in life.