Lerab Ling - MEDITATION

Coming to Lerab Ling by Bicycle

COMING TO LERAB LING BY BICYCLE

Lerab Ling is a partner of Accueil Vélo

To all our cycling friends: feel free to comeand visit the temple or its esplanade. You can also simply come and have a coffee or a cool drink on our shady terrace, with a view of the valley in which the temple is located.
We are located on the beautiful N.13 loop, on the edge of the Regional Natural Park of the Haut Languedoc.

As the temple is a lively place with many activities, please check our opening days and times on this page before coming.

We have been awarded the "Accueil Vélo" label and offer a personalised welcome to people on two wheels. We have a level parking area for bikes.

OUR EQUIPMENT

  • parking for bicycles
  • possibility to recharge your battery
  • repair kit and pump

BICYCLE LOOP N°13: COL DU PERTHUS AND CIRQUE DE LABEIL FROM LODÈVE

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Discovering Buddhism

DISCOVERING BUDDHISM, WITH DOMINIQUE SIDE

Its history, thought and traditions

Dates: from 25 to 26 November

This weekend is an opportunity to discover the richness of Buddhism.

For many centuries it was practiced throughout Asia and gave rise to entire civilisations and cultures. It has a unique system of philosophy that brings together rational arguments and mystical experience. Still today it has many different traditions like Zen, Theravada and Tibetan Buddhism which each have their own style.

This weekend will include a historical introduction to Buddhism, as well as in-depth explanations on several key elements to help us understand the bases of this millenary philosophy. If you’ve heard of terms such as “The Four Noble Truths”, “impermanence”, “karma” or “enlightenment” and wonder exactly what they mean, where this comes from, and are curious to discover more, this is the opportunity to do so. No prior knowledge is necessary.

This event is held in French only  Go to the french page

Meditation Day

MEDITATION DAY

Free entry

Dates: 9 September and 18 November

This day of meditation discovery will be held in the unique setting of Lerab Ling and is open to all. You will discover how meditation can release our natural confidence, compassion and creativity.

The basics and fundamentals of meditation will be presented in a comprehensive and accessible way. The day will be an opportunity to experience the practice for yourself, which you can then continue at home.

This event is held in French only >Go to the french page

PERSONAL AND PRACTICE RETREATS

PERSONAL AND PRACTICE RETREATS

Meditate, practice and recharge your batteries in the middle of nature

If you feel the need to take a break from your daily life and stresses, it may be time to reconnect with nature and recharge your batteries in a peaceful atmosphere.

In the unique spiritual environment of Lerab Ling, we offer you the opportunity to experience:

You can join us for:

  • a personal retreat (open to all) to learn to meditate or deepen your practice. 
  • a sangha practice retreat (for Rigpa students only) to advance your practice and personal study.

In both cases, you will have the support of experienced instructors to guide you, and have access to a library and video teachings to further your study.

You can learn more about each of these options by clicking on one of the pictures below.

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PERSONAL RETREATS & MEDITATION BREAKS

PERSONAL RETREATS & MEDITATION BREAKS

Recharge, learn or deepen meditation in an environment that inspires rest, discovery and renewal

Also known as "meditation breaks", personal retreats are moments for yourself, to take a break and perhaps find your inner peace.

On a 140-hectare site in the heart of the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park, Lerab Ling offers everyone the opportunity to immerse themselves in unspoilt nature and to enjoy a spiritual place of calm and serenity.

Meditation is at the heart of personal retreats. We offer two group sessions a day, guided by experienced instructors, and have a temple room, including a library and media centre, at your disposal.

Lerab Ling's environment is also conducive to outdoor meditation and nature walks, with many hiking trails.

Personal retreats are guided in French only. > go to the French page

REGULAR COURSES

REGULAR COURSES

All courses are only in French

Led by experienced instructors, a variety of courses are given at Lerab Ling throughout the year. Whether you're looking to learn meditation for the first time, deepen your meditation practice, learn more about compassion and Buddhism, or better support a loved one going through difficult times, you will find what you need.

All our course are held in FrenchGo to the French page for more info and to register.

Serenity Weekend Getaway

SERENITY WEEKEND GETAWAY

Take a breath!

Dates: several possible dates

The serenity getaway weekend at Lerab Ling is a rejuvenating break, with no constraints, in a unique spiritual environment. You'll be immersed in unspoilt nature, surrounded by forests, meadows and hills. Naomi, your hostess, will tell you the amazing story of Lerab Ling, show you around the temple - one of the most beautiful in Europe, an authentic masterpiece of Tibetan sacred art - guide you in meditation and take you for walks in the surrounding area.

THE PLACE

Lerab Ling is one of Europe's leading centres for the study and practice of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Under the patronage of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Lerab Ling is a living monastery, home to a community of monastic and lay members. The temple is also home to unique Tibetan art, including a 7-metre-high statue of the Buddha.

Lerab Ling is ideally situated in the heart of the Haut-Languedoc Regional Natural Park, close to the Grands Causses Regional Natural Park. Since its creation in 1991, the Lerab Ling community has been taking care of the flora and fauna, making Lerab Ling a unique place where nature is preserved over 140 hectares.

MEALS AND ACCOMMODATION

On the evening of your arrival, you will share a meal with Naomi. Other meals are taken in the dining room, which is shared with the community. The cuisine is simple, mainly vegetarian, with a vegan and gluten-free option. Whenever possible, produce is sourced from Lerab Ling's own vegetable garden or from local producers. Most are organic and in season.

As far as accommodation is concerned, we offer two types of accommodation close to the temple. The choice is yours. Bed linen and towels are provided.

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The studios,
with their spacious rooms and views of the temple, lake and valley, include a private bathroom, and a kitchenette.




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The forest rooms
are located in three small 3-storey wooden towers. The rooms are comfortable, and a bathroom may be shared with another room.

  • > REGISTRATION

    Dates:
    - From 29 September to 1 October
    - From 13 to 15 October
    - From 27 to 29 October
    - From 10 to 12 November
    More dates to come

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    Please register 36 hours before the event at the latest

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    ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMES
    Arrival on the 1st day, between 2.30 pm and 7 pm (check-in and pick-up badges and keys)
    Departure at your convenience the afternoon of the last day

    CONTRIBUTION all inclusive

    For one person
    Forest room: €188
    Studio: €258

    For 2 people
    Forest room: €308
    Studio: €396

    For 3 people
    Forest room: €496
    Studio: from €594

    For 4 people
    Forest room: €616
    Studio: €792

    LANGUAGES 
    French, English, German

NAOMI, YOUR HOSTESS

Fred IconNaomi will be your hostess throughout the weekend and will be happy to make your stay at Lerab Ling as enjoyable as possible. She will adapt to your needs and answer any questions you may have.

Naomi is a writer, long-time meditator and Rigpa teacher. She trained extensively with Sogyal Rinpoche, author of the spiritual classic 'The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying'. Naomi grew up in Innsbruck, Austria. She studied physics and mathematics and obtained her doctorate from Northeastern University in Boston, USA. In 1997, she moved to Lerab Ling and has been working ever since, translating and relaying ancient Buddhist wisdom to the Western world. She is passionate about transmitting the teachings on incorporating the activities of daily life onto one's own spiritual path, called 'Practical Wisdom’.

PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

Friday

  • 14:00 - 19:00 - Arrival, pick-up of keys, settling into your accommodation
  • 20:00 - Dinner with your hostess, in a small group

Saturday

  • 07:30 - 09:00 Breakfast
  • 10:00 - 11:30 Visiting the temple and learning about meditation
  • 11:30 - 13:00 Lunch
  • Afternoon at leisure
  • From 17:30 - Dinner

Sunday

  • 07:30 - 09:00 Breakfast
  • 10:00 - 11:30 Walk in the forest, accompanied by your hostess
  • 11:30 - 13:00 - Lunch
  • Afternoon at leisure
  • Departure at your convenience

4 GOOD REASONS TO SPEND A SERENE GETAWAY AT LERAB LING

  • Take time for yourself
  • Relax through meditation and walks in the forest
  • Free your mind
  • Recharge your batteries

PREPARE FOR YOUR STAY

Everything you need to know before you come

The Strength in Relationships 27-29 October

THE STRENGTH IN RELATIONSHIPS

Nourishing our inner being and rediscovering the joy of caregiving

Dates: from 27 to 29 October

Caring for others in their vulnerability is the basis of all life, of all society, and contributes to the development of a humane, solidary and ethical social network.

When illness or disability affects someone close to us, are we ready? Do we know how to support them?

This event is held in French only> Go to the french page

Youth Weekend 21-22 Oct

YOUTH WEEKEND

Finding inner harmony in the context of climate change

Dates: from 21 to 22 October

How can we deal with ecological and climatic upheaval in a fair, balanced and responsible way? Buddhist teachings offer a message of hope and concrete advice to get us through this period, which can easily seem overwhelming.

They help us to acknowledge the facts, recognize the mental and emotional barriers that prevent us from breaking the deadlock, and show us that, from a spiritual point of view, any external change can only come about through an inner change.

This event is held in French only > go to the French page

How to find us

Lerab Ling, L'Engayresque, 34650 Roqueredonde, France
Telephone: +33 (0)4 67 88 46 00
GPS: 43.800248,3.237998



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Lerab Ling, L’Engayresque
34650 Roqueredonde, France

Email – lerab.ling@rigpa.org
Telephone  +33 (0) 467 88 46 00

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Lerab Ling, under the patronage of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, is one of the main centres preserving the authentic study and practice of Tibetan Buddhism. Founded in 1991...

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