Yoga Retreats in France
YOGA · HIKE · RESTORE
6 Night Atlantique Pyrenees, Southwest France Retreat
with Jessie Chapman & facilitators
OCTOBER 2026: Friday 2 – Thursday 8
OCTOBER 2026: Saturday 10 – Friday 16
The Daily Retreat Journey
Wake up in beautiful mountain surrounds
7:00 am – Morning yoga practice
9:00 am – Hearty breakfast
10:30 am – Depart for our day’s hiking adventure
1:00 pm – Picnic lunch on the trail
4:00 pm – Return home, rest & refresh
5:30 pm – Afternoon restoration yoga
7:30 pm – Three-course vegetarian dinner
8:30 pm – Yoga nidra, pranayama or meditation
End your day with deep, restorative sleep
You’re invited to join in all yoga classes and guided hikes – or simply rest and enjoy the surrounds when you feel to.
Dates & Rates
Rates are in Euro and include 6 nights accommodation, return transfers from Pau, all breakfasts, dinners, yoga, and guided hikes.
Friday 2nd – Thursday 8th October 2026
Single Room, Ensuite – €2,150
Single Room, Shared Bathroom – €1,900
Twin Share or Couple’s Room, Ensuite – €1,650 per person
Saturday 10th – Friday 16th October 2026
Single Room, Ensuite – €2,150
Single Room, Shared Bathroom – €1,900
Twin Share or Couple’s Room, Ensuite – €1,650 per person
2026 retreats run back to back with two days between – join one or both. Returning Radiance Retreat guests receive a 5% repeat guest discount. Let us know when registering.
To book: Complete the registration form to receive your retreat information letter – including getting here, what to bring, and payment details. An AUD $400 deposit confirms your place with the balance paid in EURO.
What's Included - France Yoga Retreat
6 nights retreat accommodation
Return transfers from Pau
Morning and afternoon yoga classes
6 days guided hiking adventures
Some silent walking periods on the hikes
All vegetarian breakfasts and dinners
Evening yoga nidra, meditation and pranayama
All-day self-serve teas and coffee
Not included: Airfares, travel insurance, and lunches – we gather supplies from the village store to prepare our hiking lunch in the kitchenette before heading out, or on some days opt for a local restaurant. On one afternoon there may be an optional visit to a nearby alpine spa for a soothing sauna, steam, and plunge pool session.
Accommodation - France Yoga Retreat
For this yoga retreat France we stay in Jessie’s home away from home in Southwest France, a traditional family-run Maison set high in the Atlantique Pyrenees – with everything needed for an inspiring week of yoga and hiking. Guest rooms are clean and comfortable single and twin share rooms with ensuites. There’s a cosy lounge, sunroom, and an outdoor terrace to soak in the afternoon sun and stunning mountain views. The self serve kitchenette is stocked with a range of teas, fresh coffee, and all the basics for preparing our hiking lunches. Laundry is available for a small fee.
Retreat Hosts - France Yoga Retreat
Your France yoga retreat hosts are Jessie Chapman and facilitator Jacinta O’Leary – a warm and experienced pair who love sharing the Pyrenees retreat journey with all the wonderful yoga and hiking.
Jessie has been leading yoga retreats in Southwest France since 2008 and is passionate about yoga as a nourishing tool for life – in particular restorative yoga to replenish the body’s systems, quieten the mind, and cultivate emotional stability. She is the author of four yoga books (HarperCollins) including the bestseller Yoga Postures for Your Body, Mind & Soul and co-creator of the Radiance Yoga DVD Series.
Jacinta O’Leary is an experienced Iyengar yoga teacher and Radiance facilitator who offers yoga adjustments in the classes and joins Jessie guiding the walks each day. Meet the team >
Yoga, Restoration & Stillness
Each day on our yoga retreats France is centred around morning and afternoon yoga, combined with guided hiking through breathtaking mountain landscapes. Classes are suitable for yoga beginners and seasoned practitioners alike, with an abundance of guidance from Jessie and her facilitator throughout.
Jessie’s morning yoga classes combine gentle flowing sequences with breath awareness, along with holding postures longer to cultivate alignment, flexibility, and strength. Whether you’re looking for a more dynamic practice or to move gently and restore deeply – each class meets you where you are, with variations and modifications for different energy levels and needs. Afternoon classes are restorative yoga to gently stretch out after the day’s hiking and to deeply relax, slow the body’s systems, and replenish natural energy levels. Yoga props are used and guests receive an abundance of guidance and adjustments from Jessie and Jacinta. Evening classes include yoga nidra and pranayama – guided relaxation and breathing before bed to promote deep, restful sleep.
Jessie and Jacinta bring a deep love of yoga and care for each guest’s practice – meeting everyone where they are and ensuring everyone feels supported and well looked after throughout the retreat.
Hiking Trails
Each day on our France yoga retreat we set out on a scenic hiking adventure directly from our accommodation. Hiking trails average 5–12 km per day depending on the elevation, with plenty of opportunities to rest and take in the views along the way. We explore a mix of gentle walks, moderate trails, and more challenging mountain hikes – with options to suit different energy levels and abilities.
Parts of all our hikes are enjoyed in silence allowing time to fully absorb the sights, sounds, and spaciousness of the mountain surroundings. Guests who prefer an easier pace are welcome to join part of a walk and return on the well-marked trails, or simply take a rest day and enjoy the village surrounds. Full hiking details and a what-to-bring list for your France yoga retreat are emailed upon registration.
You can view clips from previous France yoga retreats on the Radiance YouTube Channel.
Retreat Meals
Each morning on our yoga retreats France we enjoy a wholesome breakfast to fuel our day’s hiking adventure. Dinners are delicious and nourishing three-course vegetarian meals – both served at the local village bar, owned by the same family as our Maison.
Our hiking lunches are made using fresh produce gathered from the village store and prepared in the kitchenette for our daypacks. All-day teas and coffee are available throughout. Vegan, gluten free, and other dietary requirements can be catered for on request.
Arrival & Departure
Arrival Day
The group meeting place on the first day is 11:30 am at Pau Train Station in Southwest France. From Pau we travel together on a scenic train journey to the foot of the Pyrenees, where we transfer to our retreat accommodation. Many guests choose to arrive the night before and stay in Pau.
Pau is a beautiful historic city known as the gateway to the Atlantique Pyrenees – well worth an explore before or after the retreat.
Departure Day
On our final day we depart early, arriving back at Pau Railway Station at 8:30 am. Some guests stay a night in Pau after the retreat — others make their way onwards to their next destination by train, bus, or plane.
Getting to Pau
Pau is accessible by SNCF train from Paris, Bordeaux, Biarritz, and other locations across France and Europe. Pau is also serviced by a domestic and international airport, with taxis and buses connecting the airport to the city centre.
Extra Nights
If staying in Pau before or after the retreat there is a wide range of hotels and apartments to choose from. Please email for recommendations.
Full meeting point, pick-up, and getting there details for your yoga retreat France are emailed upon registration. Feel free to contact us with any questions.
France Yoga Retreat - Guest Testimonials
“Thanks Jessie for such a fabulous retreat. It was such a healing week that revived my wounded soul and energised me. I feel so well, strong and healthy now and can’t wait to join you on another retreat next year.” Margaret – Pyrenees Yoga & Hiking Retreat
“C’est merveilleuse! Hard to identify what I liked most – perhaps the team spirit. It was a lovely group, made more cohesive by being quite small. I loved the location – c’est magnifique! There was nothing I didn’t like. Thank you for sharing such an awe-inspiring location.” Wendy, France Yoga Retreat
“I highly recommend Radiance Retreats. I’ve been to 4 now in 4 different countries and they have all been amazing experiences and so well organised. The yoga classes cater to all different levels of experience and everyone is so well looked after.” Lina – Radiance Retreats
Frequently Asked Questions
Our yoga retreats in France are small group retreats that allow for personal attention, connection, and a relaxed retreat experience. Groups are usually between eight to twelve participants.
Our France yoga retreat includes 6 nights accommodation, return transfers from Pau, morning and afternoon yoga and restoration, daily guided mountain hikes, all breakfasts and dinners, evening yoga nidra, meditation and pranayama, and ample time to rest and explore. Hiking lunches are not included – we gather fresh supplies from the village store each day to prepare in the kitchenette.
No – our yoga retreats in France welcome all levels, from complete beginners to seasoned yoga practitioners. Jessie’s yoga classes are tailored to individual needs. Our daily hikes are structured to cater to different levels of fitness with optional shorter hikes and trails to enjoy. Everyone is well looked after throughout. Guests can enjoy as little of the yoga and hiking as they feel to – resting when needed.
We meet as a group at Pau Railway Station at 11:30 am on arrival day and travel together to the retreat. Pau is accessible by SNCF train from Paris, Bordeaux, Biarritz, and other locations across France and Europe. Pau is also serviced by a domestic and international airport with taxis and buses connecting to the city centre. Full travel details for the yoga retreat France are emailed upon registration.
We recommend comfortable yoga clothes, quality hiking gear, supportive hiking shoes or boots, a waterproof jacket, sunscreen, a hat, and a refillable water bottle. All yoga mats and props are provided and there is a laundry service available at the Maison for a small fee. A detailed what-to-bring list is included in the retreat information letter emailed upon registration.