Retreat Weekend – Ile de ré, France 🇫🇷
€459 per person in a shared, spacious, and cosy bedroom (Early Bird – 3 spots available)
€499 per person at the regular rate.
Private double rooms are available for an additional €130 per room (2 available only).
One exclusive date in 2026
October 23rd–25th, 2026
Loix, Île de Ré (France)
If this date doesn’t match your availability, feel free to contact us to join the waiting list for future editions.
Please check the full program here below
Reconnect with Yourself on the Island of Ré
Join us for a 3-day wellness escape on the beautiful Île de Ré, where yoga, nature and mindful living come together to help you slow down, recharge and reconnect with yourself.
Designed by Margaux, retreat designer, holistic health & sports nutrition coach, and travel founder, and guided by Mélissa, an experienced yoga teacher, this intimate retreat combines movement, wellbeing and meaningful moments in one of France’s most peaceful coastal settings.
Between yoga sessions, cycling through charming villages, walks along the Atlantic beaches and immersive wellness workshops, you’ll discover practical tools to reduce stress, restore your vital energy and cultivate lasting wellbeing.
Highlights include:
- Daily Vinyasa, Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra sessions led by Mélissa.
- Easy cycling through the island’s forests, salt marshes and picturesque villages.
- Mindful beach walks and moments to reconnect with nature.
- Wellness workshops focusing on stress management, nutrition, breathing techniques and vitality.
- Nourishing homemade meals and meaningful conversations in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
- Plenty of free time to relax, unwind and simply enjoy the rhythm of island life.
Whether you’re looking to reset, reconnect with yourself or simply enjoy a restorative weekend surrounded by nature, this retreat offers the perfect opportunity to pause, breathe and return home feeling calmer, lighter and deeply re-energized.
Day by day itinerary
Day 1 — Welcome & Settle In
- Arrival and check-in.
- Welcome circle and retreat introduction.
- Gentle yoga session to release travel tension and reconnect with your body.
- Mindful dinner and relaxed evening together.
Day 2 — Move, Explore & Restore
- Gentle morning yoga practice.
- Breakfast.
- Guided bike ride through the beautiful landscapes of Île de Ré, exploring charming villages, salt marshes, and Atlantic beaches.
- Lunch.
- Wellness workshop: Nutrition • Breathwork • Vitality.
- Free time to relax or enjoy the surroundings.
- Dynamic evening yoga session.
- Mindful dinner.
Day 3 — Reconnect & Return Home
- Morning yoga practice.
- Brunch.
- Closing circle and final moments together.
- Departure around 3:00 PM, leaving refreshed, re-energized, and inspired.
What’s included
What’s included in the Journey ?
Accommodation
A carefully selected countryside and cooconing home in the Ile Ré, offering a warm, comfortable, and peaceful setting just moments from the beach and the island’s cycling paths.
Meals
All meals are included from Friday evening dinner to Sunday brunch, featuring fresh, seasonal, and locally inspired cuisine.
Activities
A curated program including yoga sessions, guided bike rides, mindful beach walks, wellness workshops, and plenty of free time to relax and reconnect.
Yoga & Wellness
Daily yoga practices led by Melissa, combining Vinyasa, Yin Yoga, and Yoga Nidra, alongside immersive workshops on Nutrition • Breathwork • Vitality.
Bikes
Bicycles are provided for the guided island exploration and helmets.
On-Site Support
Margaux and Melissa will accompany you throughout the weekend, ensuring a seamless, welcoming, and inspiring experience from arrival to departure.
Small Group Experience
An intimate retreat designed to encourage genuine connections, personalized guidance, and meaningful moments of sharing.
Please note: The schedule may be adjusted depending on weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances, always with your comfort, safety, and overall experience in mind.
What's NOT included ?
Transportation
Transportation to and from the accomodation in Île de Ré is not included. Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel to the retreat venue.
Meals
All meals are included from Friday evening dinner to Sunday brunch. Any personal purchases or additional refreshments / alcohol outside the program are at your own expense.
Insurance
We recommend that all participants have appropriate travel and personal insurance covering cancellation, medical expenses, and personal belongings.
Personal Items
Please bring comfortable clothing for yoga, cycling, and beach walks, along with a reusable water bottle, sunscreen, swimwear, a beach towel, and any personal toiletries you may need.
Equipment
Please bring your own yoga mat, comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and your own bicycle helmet if preferred (bikes are provided during the retreat).
Booking INFORMATION and payment Details
The reservation will be automatically confirmed once the payment is received. You will receive a confirmation email with additional information about your stay.
You can choose to pay:
- Via the secure payment platform called WeTravel (an additional fee will apply for payment by credit card).*
- You will be able to choose your room type if you want a private one during the checkout process
- By bank transfer to our Wattravels account (no additional fees) contact us to receive the bank details for a fee-free transfer.
Margaux — Founder of Wattravels & Holistic Wellness Coach
As the founder of Wattravels, Margaux designs meaningful travel experiences that combine wellbeing, nature, and authentic human connection.
She is a certified Holistic Wellness Coach, Yoga Teacher (Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin & Power), Pilates Instructor, and Breathwork Facilitator, specializing in stress management, mental wellbeing, and holistic health.
Passionate about movement, travel, and healthy living, she creates immersive retreats designed to help participants reconnect with themselves, others, and nature while restoring balance, energy, and clarity.
Melissa — Yoga Teacher & Naturopath
Melissa supports active women in managing stress, overcoming fatigue, and building a healthier, more balanced lifestyle.
Certified in Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga, Pranayama, and Yoga Nidra, her approach combines mindful movement, breathwork, and deep relaxation.
Her practical and holistic method focuses on improving sleep, supporting recovery, regulating the nervous system, and providing simple, sustainable tools that fit easily into everyday life.
What Our Clients Say
Margaux is not only friendly, but also highly competent and proactive.
Wattravels allowed me to travel with complete peace of mind and confidence.
The charming places carefully selected, the flexible itinerary adapted to everyone’s preferences, and the opportunity to meet new travel companions created an incredible atmosphere throughout the trip!
Cassandra 🇧🇪 – Philippines Explorer (18 days) – Group trip
A fantastic experience from start to finish! The accommodation was beautifully chosen, and the activities—cycling, surfing, and hiking—were perfectly suited to the group. Margaux went above and beyond to make sure everyone had an amazing stay.
The group was wonderful—you arrive as strangers and leave as friends. Well done, Wattravels! I can’t wait for the next adventure.
Audrey 🇫🇷 – Pays Basque, France – Multi-activities trip
An amazing experience with Wattravels and Margaux. Everything was perfect! I 1000% recommend it if you love authenticity.
Pierre 🇧🇪 – Philippines Explorer (18 days) – Group trip