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Family sesshin
21–23 August 2026
That weekend, the doors of the Dragon Temple will be wide open to the children of the Sangha. They will have the opportunity to bring all their curiosity and their happiness to be together in nature. The children will participate in activities specially designed for them. Younger children can also be welcomed, under the care of their parents.
For adults (practitioners or interested spouses), the retreat is run much like an ordinary sesshin with zazen and all group activities. The children take turns participating in small tasks during meals, samu, or by ringing the bell. During zazen, they are taken care of according to their age and the weather for awakening workshops. For example, the moss garden they created during a previous family retreat can still be admired along the path.
PROGRAM
- The sesshin will take place from Friday, August 21 to Sunday, August 23.
- Arrival is scheduled for Thursday, August 20 at 5:00 PM, followed by an introductory talk at 7:00 PM.
- Departure will be on Sunday, August 23 after lunch, around 2:00–3:00 PM.
RATES
(TEACHING, ACCOMMODATION, AND MEALS INCLUDED)
- Family sesshin – Standard rate: €268
- Family sesshin – Students and job seekers rate: €201
- Under 3 years: free
- Ages 3–16: €68 (€48 reduced rate)
- Ages 16 and over: €115 (€98 reduced rate)
SPECIAL NOTICE – Long-time and regular participants, please contact us directly by email.
Participation in Activities
To take part in the monastery’s activities, it is necessary to be a member of the Weiterswiller Zen Temple Association. The annual membership fee is €15.
*The Communauté de Communes Hanau La Petite Pierre has introduced a tourist tax throughout its entire territory to support the development of tourism initiatives. It has been in effect since May 1, 2022, and for the year 2026 amounts to €0.85 per person per night (to be paid in addition).
or I send an e-mail to info@meditation-zen.org
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT - please take note of :
- membership conditions
- what to bring with you
- access to the temple (by train or car)
- the possibility of car pooling
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SHALL WE TRAVEL TOGETHER?
As a participant, we offer you the opportunity to organise car pooling so that you can share the cost while reducing your carbon footprint. And all this while sharing a moment of conviviality with other retreatants :)
