CARMEL DE MORLAIX
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Carmel of Morlaix having some rooms for retreats in silence and solitude, and receiving various guests
The Carmel de Morlaix was established in 1619 under the impetus of Blessed Anne de Saint-Barthélemy, a beloved companion of Saint Teresa of Avila. The monastery was established near the Notre-Dame des Fontaines spring at the request of the local inhabitants and with the permission of the town's governors. It is located on rue Sainte-Marthe, in the heart of the narrow streets of old Morlaix, on a two-hectare site whose gardens have recently been restored, in particular the Garden of the Seven Mansions along a 700-metre stretch. It offers vast spaces interspersed with more intimate corners. Built into the rock, this castle-like monastery seems to watch over the faithful near the fountain of life. For many years, the site has attracted pilgrims venerating a statue of the Virgin Mary, housed in a niche. A chapel was built in 1424 next to the fountain, which remains today. The nuns were dispersed during the French Revolution, but bought back their monastery in 1816. Today, the Carmelite community, though small in number, remains very active. It is in this context that they welcome those wishing to observe a time of silence and prayer during the year, in these particularly favorable surroundings. The Carmelite monastery has a number of rooms for silent and solitary retreats, and can accommodate a variety of guests: men, women, couples and even children. Attendance at services and Eucharist is welcome.
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