Running Retreat: "5ks, Five Days" Medieval Hilltop Villages, South West France Copy
Running Retreat: "5ks, Five Days" Medieval Hilltop Villages, South West France Copy
Rossignols, Art de Vivre, Chem. de Cazalous, Belvèze, France
Up to 15 in group
Sep 28 - Oct 5, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Eclectic 18th-century farmhouse accommodation, blending global style with cozy French charm
- Authentically French cultural experience
- Welcome gift & small group intimacy
- Pool access + lush garden relaxation areas
- Plant-based meals using local, seasonal ingredients
- Evening social gatherings & shared dinners
- Daily mindfulness & breathwork workshops/sessions
- Five 5km runs through stunning medieval hilltop villages with panoramic valley views
- Optional bootcamp fitness session
- Completion medal for the Five Days 5k Challenge
About this Retreat
Retreat Facilitator, Sophie — Mindfulness, Breathing & Creative Workshop Leader
MSc (Dist) Communication, Behaviour & Credibility Analysis
BDes (Hons), Former Professional Artist (Ceramics & Wood Carving, 15+ years)
As the key facilitator, Sophie brings creative energy and design to every retreat aspect.
A professional artist and art education consultant for over 15 years in the UK, she’s the creative mind behind the accommodation’s eclectic, arty interiors.
Sophie’s career began as a professional artist, spending 15+ years specialising in ceramics and wood carving.
She created commissions for museums and galleries, ran workshops, received multiple awards, and has sculptures in Wolverhampton Art Gallery’s permanent collection.
She then transitioned into nonverbal communication, earning a master’s degree and becoming a specialist in body language, embodied cognition, and behaviour analysis.
Blending artistic sensibility with scientific understanding, Sophie explores how the body influences mental and emotional states — helping guests harness mindfulness for greater focus and well-being.
Her approach breaks from traditional meditation stereotypes, offering accessible techniques suited to busy lives and active minds.
Sophie’s breathing sessions draw on neuroscience, showing how intentional breathwork activates neural pathways to regulate stress, sharpen focus, or boost energy.
With her warm teaching style and dual expertise in creativity and body-mind connection, she equips everyone — beginners to experienced practitioners — with practical well-being tools.
She has a particular passion for women’s empowerment, bringing extensive experience, training and coaching women and girls.
Vegan & Whole Food, Plant-Based Cooking Retreats
After experiencing the health benefits themselves, Sophie and Lee serve delicious, nutritious plant-based meals to all retreat guests for a full-circle, holistic experience.
Some retreats teach vegan, whole food, plant-based (non-processed) cooking. Sophie had been vegetarian from a young age; Lee was a lifelong meat eater.
That changed post-wedding in 2018 when — motivated by health, environmental, and ethical reasons — they switched together.
Within weeks, they saw weight loss and renewed well-being; blood tests confirmed impressive health improvements, including exceptional heart health for Lee’s age.
Their transition sparked learning, creativity, and the discovery of flavour.
Today, they’re passionate about sharing this — helping guests cook confidently, prepare healthy meals quickly, and enjoy plant-based food as rich and exciting as traditional fare.
Lee is a lifelong runner and former Personal Trainer with years of experience helping people achieve their fitness goals.
His passion for running, sparked in youth, has taken him across diverse terrain — from coastal trails to mountain peaks — giving him deep insight into what runners need to perform at their best.
As a Personal Trainer, Lee has worked with clients of all ages and abilities.
At retreats featuring fitness, he leads optional bootcamp and running sessions designed to be challenging yet fully adaptable, ensuring everyone — from beginners to seasoned athletes — benefits without feeling overwhelmed.
Beyond group sessions, Lee offers one-on-one support throughout the retreat, sharing advice on running technique, injury prevention or personalised training plans.
His warm, motivating style creates a supportive environment where participants feel encouraged to push their limits safely.
Whole food, plant-based
After experiencing the health benefits themselves, Sophie and Lee serve delicious, nutritious plant-based meals to all retreat guests for a full-circle, holistic experience.
Details of this retreat
Scenic Medieval Village Running Retreat in South West France 2026
Join our hill running retreat in South West France and experience daily 5K runs through some of France's most spectacular medieval villages, officially recognised as Les Plus Beaux Villages de France. Explore dramatic hills, panoramic valley views, and winding cobblestone streets on scenic trail running routes steeped in centuries of history.
Each village offers a unique blend of medieval architecture, authentic French culture and breathtaking countryside vistas—making every run an inspiring adventure for both body and spirit.
Perfect for hill runners and trail running enthusiasts seeking challenging yet scenic routes, this running holiday in France welcomes all fitness levels. From experienced runners to those seeking an invigorating fitness escape in the French countryside, your English-speaking hosts Sophie and Lee ensure a welcoming, expertly organised retreat experience in the heart of Occitanie.
About the 5ks, Five Days Hill Running Challenge
This unique running retreat features five daily 5km trail runs, each in a different medieval village near Belvèze. Routes are carefully planned for stunning scenery, varied terrain and dramatic elevation—suitable for all levels, including runners and walkers. Experience the perfect blend of fitness, culture and nature in Southwest France.
For details about our location and the surrounding medieval villages we'll explore, visit our location guide.
Mind, Body & Breath: A Holistic Running Experience
Beyond traditional training, our running retreat incorporates innovative warm-up techniques combining breathwork, mental focus and mindful movement. These practices can enhance performance, enjoyment and overall well-being—supporting your running journey with intention and presence throughout the hills of Occitanie.
Small-Group Running Retreat with Welcoming Community
All runners—from beginners to experienced—are welcome at our intimate retreat designed to foster meaningful connections. With a small group size (maximum 15 guests), enjoy personalised attention, expert coaching and genuine camaraderie with like-minded runners.
Non-participating partners are welcome to join—walk the routes, explore villages independently or relax by the pool. Guests wishing to extend their stay for additional exploration are encouraged to do so, in which case a hire car is recommended for maximum flexibility.
Who is this Retreat for?
This retreat calls to those who find joy in movement intertwined with discovery. Blending fitness with culture and history, it’s perfect for anyone eager to embrace a physical challenge alongside historic landscapes and charming villages. Whether deepening your running practice, savouring scenic walks or simply cherishing the slower, scenic side of life, you’ll thrive in a supportive, health-conscious community. Open to runners of all levels, this retreat invites you to engage fully with the beautiful surroundings at a pace that suits you.
More Than Just Running: Workshops & Wellness Activities
This retreat goes beyond physical training. Complement your daily runs with optional workshops designed to enhance both your running performance and overall well-being. Led by your expert hosts, these sessions explore the mind-body connection through practical techniques you can use on the trail and in daily life.
✓ Mindfulness Workshop - Learn how open and focused attention techniques enhance running performance and mental clarity
✓ Breathing Techniques Workshop - Discover how intentional breathwork influences energy, focus and emotional balance
✓ Optional Bootcamp Session - Build strength and endurance with general fitness training tailored for runners
✓ Daily Mindful Warm-ups - Start each run with energising or calming practices to match the day's route and your goals
Workshop Schedule at a Glance
• Introduction to Mindfulness (Night 2): 30-45 minutes
• Breathing Techniques (Night 3): 30-45 minutes
• Optional Fitness Bootcamp (Day 4): 45-60 minutes
• Daily 5-Minute Mindfulness Practices: Throughout retreat
All workshops included in your retreat package.
Mindfulness Workshop for Runners (30-45 mins) and Practice 🧘
Near the start of the retreat, Sophie will lead a mindfulness workshop introducing the fundamentals of mindfulness and attention. The session is designed to support both beginners and those already familiar with mindfulness by expanding understanding beyond traditional meditation styles, often perceived as inaccessible.
Sophie highlights that mindfulness isn’t just about developing focused, narrow attention but also cultivating wide, open awareness. This dual approach helps runners and retreat guests improve mental clarity, expand their perception and enhance overall well-being.
The workshop explores various mindfulness practices and their effects on mental and physical performance, equipping attendees with practical tools to integrate mindfulness seamlessly into daily life and running. Throughout the retreat, Sophie facilitates daily moments of mindfulness, encouraging habitual practice and offering varied techniques.
Guests leave the retreat with a fresh, empowering perspective on mindfulness that enriches both running performance and everyday life.
What You'll Learn:
How to use narrow vs. open attention to conquer tough hills and enjoy scenic stretches
Simple techniques to stay present during challenging hill climbs
Tools to integrate mindfulness into your daily routine beyond the retreat
Breathing Techniques Workshop for Runners (30-45 mins) 🫁
Sophie will lead a breathing workshop exploring how different breathing techniques influence cognitive function and emotional state. Drawing on principles of embodied cognition, the workshop explains how intentional use of the body, especially varied breathing patterns, can directly impact mood, focus and mental clarity.
Similar to mindfulness, Sophie’s aim is to broaden understanding beyond common notions of breathwork, equipping guests with practical methods to leverage specific breathing techniques for different purposes, such as calming anxiety, enhancing concentration or boosting energy.
Guest participants will gain insights into how mindful breathing activates neural pathways that regulate stress and emotions, and how these subtle shifts in breathing can foster improved cognitive performance and emotional balance—all valuable tools for running and everyday life.
What You'll Learn:
A 2-minute breathing technique to calm pre-run anxiety (works before presentations, too!)
Energising breath techniques to boost performance
Practical breathwork you can use during any run and beyond the retreat
Fitness Bootcamp Session for Runners 💪
During the retreat, Lee will lead an optional boot camp fitness session on the grounds of Rossignols, Art de Vivre. This provides an additional challenge for attendees complementing the daily 5 km runs. The session includes a variety of general fitness exercises such as free weights, push-ups, sit-ups and bodyweight training to build strength, endurance and overall fitness. Designed to enhance your running performance and physical resilience, this boot camp is suitable for all fitness levels and offers a balanced mix of fun and effective training.
What's Included:
Bodyweight exercises tailored for runners (lunges, squats, planks)
Free weights training for upper body and core strength
Stretching and mobility work for injury prevention
All equipment provided—just bring comfortable workout clothes
Benefits for Runners:
Builds strength in commonly weak areas (glutes, core, hip stabilisers)
Improves running economy and reduces injury risk
Complements your 5km training with targeted conditioning
Fun, supportive group atmosphere—all fitness levels welcome
Daily Mindful Practices for a Deeper Running Experience
At our retreat, we invite you to deepen your running experience through two complementary mindful practices. Start some runs with an energising routine that combines focused breathwork and narrow visual attention, sharpening your mental clarity and priming your body for dynamic effort. Other runs gently unfold through slow breathing and open, receptive awareness—cultivating relaxation, flow and a deep connection with your surroundings.
By exploring both focused and open attention techniques, guests learn to attune their mind and body to different running states, empowering them to tailor their practice to mood, terrain and goals. This unique contrast enriches physical performance and mental well-being, offering tools that extend far beyond the trail.
Additional Running Retreat Wellness Activities
Beyond our structured workshops, your retreat includes plenty of opportunities to relax, explore and recharge:
🏊 Pool Access for Recovery
After morning runs, cool down with a refreshing swim in our outdoor pool. The perfect way to soothe tired muscles while enjoying the peaceful French countryside. Pool towels provided.
✨ Nighttime Star Gazing (Weather Permitting)
End your evenings under the vast Occitanie sky. Far from city lights, Belvèze offers spectacular views of the Milky Way and constellations–simply lie back and soak in the wonder.
💪🏼 Free Weights & Training Equipment
Access to dumbbells available throughout your stay for those who want to supplement their training or maintain their strength routine.
🌿 Free Time Exploration
Each day includes unstructured time to:
Explore medieval villages independently after your morning run
Relax in the gardens with a book
Take scenic walks through the surrounding countryside
Connect with fellow runners over coffee or wine
Simply rest and reflect
Optional Add-Ons (Arranged in Advance):
Potential extended stay before or after the retreat for independent exploration (subject to existing bookings)
Partner/non-runner retreat options
All activities are entirely optional—you're free to participate as much or as little as you like. This is your retreat to design according to your needs.
Join our hill running retreat in South West France and experience daily 5K runs through some of France's most spectacular medieval villages, officially recognised as Les Plus Beaux Villages de France. Explore dramatic hills, panoramic valley views, and winding cobblestone streets on scenic trail running routes steeped in centuries of history.
Each village offers a unique blend of medieval architecture, authentic French culture and breathtaking countryside vistas—making every run an inspiring adventure for both body and spirit.
Perfect for hill runners and trail running enthusiasts seeking challenging yet scenic routes, this running holiday in France welcomes all fitness levels. From experienced runners to those seeking an invigorating fitness escape in the French countryside, your English-speaking hosts Sophie and Lee ensure a welcoming, expertly organised retreat experience in the heart of Occitanie.
About the 5ks, Five Days Hill Running Challenge
This unique running retreat features five daily 5km trail runs, each in a different medieval village near Belvèze. Routes are carefully planned for stunning scenery, varied terrain and dramatic elevation—suitable for all levels, including runners and walkers. Experience the perfect blend of fitness, culture and nature in Southwest France.
For details about our location and the surrounding medieval villages we'll explore, visit our location guide.
Mind, Body & Breath: A Holistic Running Experience
Beyond traditional training, our running retreat incorporates innovative warm-up techniques combining breathwork, mental focus and mindful movement. These practices can enhance performance, enjoyment and overall well-being—supporting your running journey with intention and presence throughout the hills of Occitanie.
Small-Group Running Retreat with Welcoming Community
All runners—from beginners to experienced—are welcome at our intimate retreat designed to foster meaningful connections. With a small group size (maximum 15 guests), enjoy personalised attention, expert coaching and genuine camaraderie with like-minded runners.
Non-participating partners are welcome to join—walk the routes, explore villages independently or relax by the pool. Guests wishing to extend their stay for additional exploration are encouraged to do so, in which case a hire car is recommended for maximum flexibility.
Who is this Retreat for?
This retreat calls to those who find joy in movement intertwined with discovery. Blending fitness with culture and history, it’s perfect for anyone eager to embrace a physical challenge alongside historic landscapes and charming villages. Whether deepening your running practice, savouring scenic walks or simply cherishing the slower, scenic side of life, you’ll thrive in a supportive, health-conscious community. Open to runners of all levels, this retreat invites you to engage fully with the beautiful surroundings at a pace that suits you.
More Than Just Running: Workshops & Wellness Activities
This retreat goes beyond physical training. Complement your daily runs with optional workshops designed to enhance both your running performance and overall well-being. Led by your expert hosts, these sessions explore the mind-body connection through practical techniques you can use on the trail and in daily life.
✓ Mindfulness Workshop - Learn how open and focused attention techniques enhance running performance and mental clarity
✓ Breathing Techniques Workshop - Discover how intentional breathwork influences energy, focus and emotional balance
✓ Optional Bootcamp Session - Build strength and endurance with general fitness training tailored for runners
✓ Daily Mindful Warm-ups - Start each run with energising or calming practices to match the day's route and your goals
Workshop Schedule at a Glance
• Introduction to Mindfulness (Night 2): 30-45 minutes
• Breathing Techniques (Night 3): 30-45 minutes
• Optional Fitness Bootcamp (Day 4): 45-60 minutes
• Daily 5-Minute Mindfulness Practices: Throughout retreat
All workshops included in your retreat package.
Mindfulness Workshop for Runners (30-45 mins) and Practice 🧘
Near the start of the retreat, Sophie will lead a mindfulness workshop introducing the fundamentals of mindfulness and attention. The session is designed to support both beginners and those already familiar with mindfulness by expanding understanding beyond traditional meditation styles, often perceived as inaccessible.
Sophie highlights that mindfulness isn’t just about developing focused, narrow attention but also cultivating wide, open awareness. This dual approach helps runners and retreat guests improve mental clarity, expand their perception and enhance overall well-being.
The workshop explores various mindfulness practices and their effects on mental and physical performance, equipping attendees with practical tools to integrate mindfulness seamlessly into daily life and running. Throughout the retreat, Sophie facilitates daily moments of mindfulness, encouraging habitual practice and offering varied techniques.
Guests leave the retreat with a fresh, empowering perspective on mindfulness that enriches both running performance and everyday life.
What You'll Learn:
How to use narrow vs. open attention to conquer tough hills and enjoy scenic stretches
Simple techniques to stay present during challenging hill climbs
Tools to integrate mindfulness into your daily routine beyond the retreat
Breathing Techniques Workshop for Runners (30-45 mins) 🫁
Sophie will lead a breathing workshop exploring how different breathing techniques influence cognitive function and emotional state. Drawing on principles of embodied cognition, the workshop explains how intentional use of the body, especially varied breathing patterns, can directly impact mood, focus and mental clarity.
Similar to mindfulness, Sophie’s aim is to broaden understanding beyond common notions of breathwork, equipping guests with practical methods to leverage specific breathing techniques for different purposes, such as calming anxiety, enhancing concentration or boosting energy.
Guest participants will gain insights into how mindful breathing activates neural pathways that regulate stress and emotions, and how these subtle shifts in breathing can foster improved cognitive performance and emotional balance—all valuable tools for running and everyday life.
What You'll Learn:
A 2-minute breathing technique to calm pre-run anxiety (works before presentations, too!)
Energising breath techniques to boost performance
Practical breathwork you can use during any run and beyond the retreat
Fitness Bootcamp Session for Runners 💪
During the retreat, Lee will lead an optional boot camp fitness session on the grounds of Rossignols, Art de Vivre. This provides an additional challenge for attendees complementing the daily 5 km runs. The session includes a variety of general fitness exercises such as free weights, push-ups, sit-ups and bodyweight training to build strength, endurance and overall fitness. Designed to enhance your running performance and physical resilience, this boot camp is suitable for all fitness levels and offers a balanced mix of fun and effective training.
What's Included:
Bodyweight exercises tailored for runners (lunges, squats, planks)
Free weights training for upper body and core strength
Stretching and mobility work for injury prevention
All equipment provided—just bring comfortable workout clothes
Benefits for Runners:
Builds strength in commonly weak areas (glutes, core, hip stabilisers)
Improves running economy and reduces injury risk
Complements your 5km training with targeted conditioning
Fun, supportive group atmosphere—all fitness levels welcome
Daily Mindful Practices for a Deeper Running Experience
At our retreat, we invite you to deepen your running experience through two complementary mindful practices. Start some runs with an energising routine that combines focused breathwork and narrow visual attention, sharpening your mental clarity and priming your body for dynamic effort. Other runs gently unfold through slow breathing and open, receptive awareness—cultivating relaxation, flow and a deep connection with your surroundings.
By exploring both focused and open attention techniques, guests learn to attune their mind and body to different running states, empowering them to tailor their practice to mood, terrain and goals. This unique contrast enriches physical performance and mental well-being, offering tools that extend far beyond the trail.
Additional Running Retreat Wellness Activities
Beyond our structured workshops, your retreat includes plenty of opportunities to relax, explore and recharge:
🏊 Pool Access for Recovery
After morning runs, cool down with a refreshing swim in our outdoor pool. The perfect way to soothe tired muscles while enjoying the peaceful French countryside. Pool towels provided.
✨ Nighttime Star Gazing (Weather Permitting)
End your evenings under the vast Occitanie sky. Far from city lights, Belvèze offers spectacular views of the Milky Way and constellations–simply lie back and soak in the wonder.
💪🏼 Free Weights & Training Equipment
Access to dumbbells available throughout your stay for those who want to supplement their training or maintain their strength routine.
🌿 Free Time Exploration
Each day includes unstructured time to:
Explore medieval villages independently after your morning run
Relax in the gardens with a book
Take scenic walks through the surrounding countryside
Connect with fellow runners over coffee or wine
Simply rest and reflect
Optional Add-Ons (Arranged in Advance):
Potential extended stay before or after the retreat for independent exploration (subject to existing bookings)
Partner/non-runner retreat options
All activities are entirely optional—you're free to participate as much or as little as you like. This is your retreat to design according to your needs.
Schedule
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Day
• Afternoon/Evening: Airport pickup from Toulouse-Blagnac (times confirmed after booking)
• Check-in to La Grande Rossignol farmhouse
• Welcome drink and settle into your room
• Meet your hosts Sophie and Lee, and fellow retreat guests
• Welcome dinner and retreat orientation
• Early night to rest before your first run
Day 2-6: Running & Workshop Days
Each of these five days follows a similar structure, with each day featuring a different medieval village:
Morning:
• 7:30 am – Breakfast (continental with wholesome options)
• 9:15 am – Depart for the day's village destination
Late Morning:
• 10:30 am – 5km run begins through scenic medieval village routes
(Each day explores a different Plus Beaux Village de France)
Midday to Early Afternoon:
• 12:00 pm – Run concludes
• Free time to explore the village independently:
- Wander cobblestone streets and historic sites
- Visit local cafés or markets
- Enjoy packed lunch in scenic spots
- Relax and take photos
Afternoon:
• 2:30 pm – Depart village, return to Belvèze accommodation
• 3:15 pm – Arrive back at Rossignols
• Free time:
- Relax by the pool
- Rest in your room
- Optional strength training with free weights
- Read, socialise or enjoy the gardens
Evening:
• 6:00 pm – Evening workshop (varies daily)
• 6:30 pm – Apéro (pre-dinner drinks and socialising)
• 7:00 pm – Group dinner with next-day briefing
• 9:00 pm onwards – Free time, socialising
• 10:00 pm – Suggested lights out for good rest, or optional star gazing
Day 7: Rest & Local Exploration Day
• Morning: Leisurely breakfast
• Mid-morning: Scenic bush walk through local Belvèze countryside (optional, low intensity)
• Afternoon: Free time - pool, reading, rest or independent exploration
• Evening: Group outing to a local village
Day 8: Departure Day
• Morning: Final breakfast together
• Check-out and farewells
• Drop-off at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (times coordinated with flights)
• Safe travels home with memories and your completion medal!
Day 1: Arrival Day
• Afternoon/Evening: Airport pickup from Toulouse-Blagnac (times confirmed after booking)
• Check-in to La Grande Rossignol farmhouse
• Welcome drink and settle into your room
• Meet your hosts Sophie and Lee, and fellow retreat guests
• Welcome dinner and retreat orientation
• Early night to rest before your first run
Day 2-6: Running & Workshop Days
Each of these five days follows a similar structure, with each day featuring a different medieval village:
Morning:
• 7:30 am – Breakfast (continental with wholesome options)
• 9:15 am – Depart for the day's village destination
Late Morning:
• 10:30 am – 5km run begins through scenic medieval village routes
(Each day explores a different Plus Beaux Village de France)
Midday to Early Afternoon:
• 12:00 pm – Run concludes
• Free time to explore the village independently:
- Wander cobblestone streets and historic sites
- Visit local cafés or markets
- Enjoy packed lunch in scenic spots
- Relax and take photos
Afternoon:
• 2:30 pm – Depart village, return to Belvèze accommodation
• 3:15 pm – Arrive back at Rossignols
• Free time:
- Relax by the pool
- Rest in your room
- Optional strength training with free weights
- Read, socialise or enjoy the gardens
Evening:
• 6:00 pm – Evening workshop (varies daily)
• 6:30 pm – Apéro (pre-dinner drinks and socialising)
• 7:00 pm – Group dinner with next-day briefing
• 9:00 pm onwards – Free time, socialising
• 10:00 pm – Suggested lights out for good rest, or optional star gazing
Day 7: Rest & Local Exploration Day
• Morning: Leisurely breakfast
• Mid-morning: Scenic bush walk through local Belvèze countryside (optional, low intensity)
• Afternoon: Free time - pool, reading, rest or independent exploration
• Evening: Group outing to a local village
Day 8: Departure Day
• Morning: Final breakfast together
• Check-out and farewells
• Drop-off at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (times coordinated with flights)
• Safe travels home with memories and your completion medal!
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Rossignols, Art de Vivre, Rossignols, Art de Vivre, Chem. de Cazalous, Belvèze, France
Directions
Arrival via Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
We offer twice daily transfers to/from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport on arrival/departure days.
* Distance to Belvèze: 105 km (65 miles)
* Driving Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Arrival from another airport?
We primarily serve Toulouse-Blagnac airport. For large groups, we may adapt for Bergerac Dordogne Périgord (85 km / 53 miles / 1 hr 15 min) or Bordeaux Airport (190 km / 119 miles / 2 hrs 10 min).
Self-Drive and Parking
Embrace the scenic drive through rolling hills and villages. Ample onsite parking lets you arrive hassle-free and dive into your retreat.
Our property provides ample onsite parking, so you can arrive and relax without any hassle. Wherever you’re coming from, this road trip is a great way to begin your authentic French countryside retreat.
Car Hire
Ideal if extending your stay—rent at the airport for flexibility.
BlaBlaCar
Budget-friendly rideshares to/from airports or stations; book early as availability varies.
Train
Closest stations: Montauban or Agen (~45 min away). No routine transfers due to airport scheduling.
We offer twice daily transfers to/from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport on arrival/departure days.
* Distance to Belvèze: 105 km (65 miles)
* Driving Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Arrival from another airport?
We primarily serve Toulouse-Blagnac airport. For large groups, we may adapt for Bergerac Dordogne Périgord (85 km / 53 miles / 1 hr 15 min) or Bordeaux Airport (190 km / 119 miles / 2 hrs 10 min).
Self-Drive and Parking
Embrace the scenic drive through rolling hills and villages. Ample onsite parking lets you arrive hassle-free and dive into your retreat.
Our property provides ample onsite parking, so you can arrive and relax without any hassle. Wherever you’re coming from, this road trip is a great way to begin your authentic French countryside retreat.
Car Hire
Ideal if extending your stay—rent at the airport for flexibility.
BlaBlaCar
Budget-friendly rideshares to/from airports or stations; book early as availability varies.
Train
Closest stations: Montauban or Agen (~45 min away). No routine transfers due to airport scheduling.
Accommodation
Guests stay in five spacious bedrooms, each with private bathrooms and flexible sleeping options to suit couples, solos, or groups. These rooms combine authentic French rustic architecture—think exposed beams and stone—with modern comforts and unique artistic flair, ensuring restful, inspiring nights. The design prioritises comfort, privacy and immersion in the venue’s cultural fusion style.
Shared Room & Bathroom (Shared with Other Guests)
Shared Room & Bathroom (Three or More )
Shared Room & Bathroom - Double Occupancy
Private Room & Bathroom (Single Guest)
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Rossignols, Art de Vivre centers on La Grande Rossignol, a renovated 19th-century farmhouse for up to 15 guests. Highlights: rustic stone walls & wooden beams with cozy, eclectic decor, swimming pool, lush gardens, alfresco dining, outdoor kitchen, laundry, and serene woody nook—blending comfort, culture, and nature. Currently being lovingly renovated with modern amenities, sleek design and boutique eclectic decor, ready to welcome guests from April 2026. New images available soon.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Delicious plant-based cuisine designed to nourish and energise you–fresh, seasonal ingredients, global flavours and hearty meals that satisfy even the most skeptical plant-based newcomers.
What's Included
- Airport transfers from/to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
- Welcome gift
- Welcome drink
- 7 nights accommodation at La Grande Rossignol
- All meals - plant-based breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
- Five 5km runs through stunning medieval hilltop villages with panoramic valley views
- Introduction to Mindfulness Workshop: 30-45 minutes
- Breathing Techniques Workshop: 30-45 minutes
- Optional Fitness Bootcamp: 45-60 minutes
- Daily 5-Minute Mindfulness Practices
- Completion medal
- Pool access and garden relaxation areas
- Pre and post retreat support from our team
- Transportation during the retreat
- Evening social gatherings and group dinners
- Parking
- Wifi connection
What's Not Included
- Flights costs
- Travel to our accommodation outside of twice daily Toulouse-Blagnac Airport transfers
- Visa fee
- Travel insurance
- Additional activities and treatments, if offered as supplementary
- Meals and drinks outside of the breakfast, lunch and dinner offered
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