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Sesshin - Zen Meditation Retreat
13–16 August 2026
This sesshin is open to all, beginners and advanced alike. This is an opportunity to dive into the heart of Sôtô zen, experiencing a practice passed down through the centuries permeating all aspects of daily life.
We will do 4 sessions of zazen - sitting meditation - per day. There will also be the samu (group work), silent meals and ceremonies.
Master Wang-Genh, the monastery's abbot, will give talks on the specifics of Zen meditation and Zen Buddhism. There will be opportunities to ask him questions in individual talks - dokusan - or in assembly - mondo.
PROGRAM
- The sesshin will take place from August 13 to 16, 2026.
- Arrival is on Wednesday, August 12, between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm. The introductory talk is scheduled for 7:00 pm.
- Departure is on Sunday, August 16, after lunch and room cleaning (around 2:00 pm).
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RATES
(Teaching, accommodation and meals included)
- Sesshin – regular rate: €280
Sesshin – reduced rate (students and job seekers): €210
SPECIAL NOTICE – Long-time and regular participants, please contact us directly by email.
To participate in the activities of the monastery, you must be a member of the Association of the Zen Temple of Weiterswiller. Annual fee: 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
By logging on to the :
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 :)
