Transformative Permaculture Retreat - A Guided Journey Towards Conscious Living
Transformative Permaculture Retreat - A Guided Journey Towards Conscious Living
Moulin de Scalagrand, 47210 Mazières-Naresse, Frankrijk
Up to 10 in group
April 27 - May 1, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Learning the principles of permaculture
- Design your own permaculture project
- Circular farming
- Pruning
- Composting
- Mulching
- Dry toilets
- Wild foraging, harvesting and cooking together
- Fermenting vegetables and making sourdough bread
- Natural healing balm making
- Essential oil and oil infusion making
- You'll also delve into topics like beneficial fungi, healthy soil ecosystems, water cycles and garden mandalas, learning how to integrate permaculture into your everyday life.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Frederique (Fredje), lived in Italy where she became an expert gardener and ran her own garden center for twenty years. In 2017 she moved to the Moulin Scalagrand where she started her own permaculture farm and table d’hotes.
Her dream is to become self-sufficient and lead a sustainable life respecting nature, which in many ways she has just about realized.
In her journey of learning, directly engaging with the land, and with the support of her family, friends and local community, Frederique has cultivated a vegetable garden, two food forests, a natural pool and much more.
At the Moulin Scalagrand she offers workshops on permaculture, intuitive cooking with wild plants, wild foraging, fermenting vegetables, soap making and more.
She serves as an inspiration to people who are aligning with her philosophy of a back-to-basics life-style and gives back to her local community by means of exchange, solidarity and care for each other and the environment.
Details of this retreat
Join us for a five-day immersive retreat, where Frédérique welcomes you into her permaculture project, an inspiring space rooted in conscious and regenerative living. Whether you’re seeking to reconnect with nature, yourself, or both, this unique retreat invites you to explore a more conscious lifestyle through permaculture, hands-on learning and mindful practices.
Each day is shaped by several permaculture principles, guiding us through practical activities such as permaculture design, circular farming, mulching, harvesting, pruning and composting. You'll also delve into topics like beneficial fungi, healthy soil ecosystems, water cycles and garden mandalas, learning how to integrate permaculture into your everyday life.
A daily rhythm of learning and connection:
Our days will flow between guided workshops, group activities and personal time. You can take part in early morning movement sessions, nature walks and nature-based practices that weave permaculture concepts into physical and spiritual wellbeing.
There’s also plenty of time to simply rest in the garden, swim in the natural pond or enjoy peaceful walks through the surrounding landscape. This is your chance to slow down, reset and gain fresh perspective, returning home grounded, inspired and equipped with new tools and insights.
Together we’ll prepare fresh, seasonal meals using produce harvested straight from the garden. These shared moments in the kitchen not only nourish the body but also build connection, community and creativity as we learn to cook with what nature provides.
Frédérique will offer guidance and answer questions across a wide range of permaculture and regenerative living topics. Marcella guides you into the world of mandalas and leads the morning rituals and other moments of reflection and connection.
Program overview:
Each day is centered around several permaculture principles. Through a mix of doing and reflecting, you’ll discover how to apply these principles in daily life. The full daily program is available on our website in English, Dutch, and French in the linked PDFs. These are also the spoken languages during the retreat. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds, so a basic understanding of English is expected to help us connect and share during the retreat.
Pricing:
€500 per person (5 days – arrival Monday afternoon or evening, departure Friday afternoon or evening), which includes:
✔ All guided activities and workshops
✔ Breakfast and dinner, prepared together using garden produce
✔ Fresh ingredients for self-made lunch
✔ Access to the communal spaces: garden, natural swimming pond, kitchen and atelier
Accommodation options:
Prices are per night and added to the base retreat fee. Please indicate your preferred option when booking. Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Owl — Double bed + private bathroom (€90/night) → Total €860
The Sparrow — Double bed + private bathroom (€90/night) → Total €860
The Magpies — Double bed (€70/night) → Total €780
The Golden Oriole — 2 single beds (€60/night) → Total €740
The Kingfisher — Single bed (€60/night) → Total €740
The Woodpecker — Single bed (€45/night) → Total €680
The Sparrow Dorm — Shared dorm with 4 single beds (€30/night) → Total €620
Stay in your own tent or camping car (€5/night) → Total €520
Want to arrive earlier or stay longer?
Extended stay options and pricing are available in the full PDF program on our website.
Beyond the retreat:
Your journey doesn’t end after the retreat, you’re always welcome to reach out for continued support, advice or connection. We’re here to help you integrate what you’ve learned and stay rooted in your path.
Each day is shaped by several permaculture principles, guiding us through practical activities such as permaculture design, circular farming, mulching, harvesting, pruning and composting. You'll also delve into topics like beneficial fungi, healthy soil ecosystems, water cycles and garden mandalas, learning how to integrate permaculture into your everyday life.
A daily rhythm of learning and connection:
Our days will flow between guided workshops, group activities and personal time. You can take part in early morning movement sessions, nature walks and nature-based practices that weave permaculture concepts into physical and spiritual wellbeing.
There’s also plenty of time to simply rest in the garden, swim in the natural pond or enjoy peaceful walks through the surrounding landscape. This is your chance to slow down, reset and gain fresh perspective, returning home grounded, inspired and equipped with new tools and insights.
Together we’ll prepare fresh, seasonal meals using produce harvested straight from the garden. These shared moments in the kitchen not only nourish the body but also build connection, community and creativity as we learn to cook with what nature provides.
Frédérique will offer guidance and answer questions across a wide range of permaculture and regenerative living topics. Marcella guides you into the world of mandalas and leads the morning rituals and other moments of reflection and connection.
Program overview:
Each day is centered around several permaculture principles. Through a mix of doing and reflecting, you’ll discover how to apply these principles in daily life. The full daily program is available on our website in English, Dutch, and French in the linked PDFs. These are also the spoken languages during the retreat. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds, so a basic understanding of English is expected to help us connect and share during the retreat.
Pricing:
€500 per person (5 days – arrival Monday afternoon or evening, departure Friday afternoon or evening), which includes:
✔ All guided activities and workshops
✔ Breakfast and dinner, prepared together using garden produce
✔ Fresh ingredients for self-made lunch
✔ Access to the communal spaces: garden, natural swimming pond, kitchen and atelier
Accommodation options:
Prices are per night and added to the base retreat fee. Please indicate your preferred option when booking. Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Owl — Double bed + private bathroom (€90/night) → Total €860
The Sparrow — Double bed + private bathroom (€90/night) → Total €860
The Magpies — Double bed (€70/night) → Total €780
The Golden Oriole — 2 single beds (€60/night) → Total €740
The Kingfisher — Single bed (€60/night) → Total €740
The Woodpecker — Single bed (€45/night) → Total €680
The Sparrow Dorm — Shared dorm with 4 single beds (€30/night) → Total €620
Stay in your own tent or camping car (€5/night) → Total €520
Want to arrive earlier or stay longer?
Extended stay options and pricing are available in the full PDF program on our website.
Beyond the retreat:
Your journey doesn’t end after the retreat, you’re always welcome to reach out for continued support, advice or connection. We’re here to help you integrate what you’ve learned and stay rooted in your path.
Schedule
Day-to-Day Program:
Each day is shaped by several permaculture principles, guiding us through practical activities such as permaculture design, circular farming, mulching, harvesting, pruning and composting. You'll also delve into topics like beneficial fungi, healthy soil ecosystems, water cycles and garden mandalas, learning how to integrate permaculture into your everyday life. For the day-to-day program check out our website.
Each day is shaped by several permaculture principles, guiding us through practical activities such as permaculture design, circular farming, mulching, harvesting, pruning and composting. You'll also delve into topics like beneficial fungi, healthy soil ecosystems, water cycles and garden mandalas, learning how to integrate permaculture into your everyday life. For the day-to-day program check out our website.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Moulin Scalagrand, Moulin de Scalagrand, 47210 Mazières-Naresse, Frankrijk
Directions
The nearest local airport is Bergerac, located 30 minutes from the mill by car. You can rent a car at the airport or take a taxi to the mill. The nearest international airport is in Bordeaux. From Bordeaux airport, you can rent a car or take a tram and train to Bergerac station (around 3 hours). From there, you can reach the mill by taxi. If, for any reason, you’re unable to reach the mill, please contact us, and we’ll be happy to find a solution together.
Accommodation
Moulin Scalagrand offers five rooms (4 double and 1 single) and a holiday home (1 double bed and 4 single beds), each carefully renovated to preserve the original charm and authenticity of the historic mill. All rooms are provided with linen and towels, as well as homemade soaps and shampoo. 2 rooms have an added luxury of a private bathroom, complete with a walk-in shower, toilet, and washbasin. Other rooms have a shared bathroom, featuring a walk-in shower, two sinks, and essential toiletries such as a hairdryer and soap. A separate toilet is also available. You’ll also have access to 2 shared, fully equipped kitchen where you can prepare meals or enjoy a cup of tea or coffee. The joint sitting area is ideal for unwinding after a day of exploring. Free Wi-Fi ensures you can stay connected.
Program Price
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
You will receive full access to the Moulin surroundings which include an art, yoga, dance and workshop space, natural pool, fire pit, gardens, forest and food forest, vegetable garden and a communal lounge area.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
The price includes breakfast and dinner, prepared with your host, while lunch is yours to make with fresh produce from the garden and items available in the kitchen. We can cater all food preferences.
What's Included
- Whole day guidance
- 4 days of activities
- 4 nights
- 3 meals a day
What's Not Included
- Airfare
- Transportation to and from the retreat location
- Additional workshops (more than 3)
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