Summary

Learn the basics of writing and flesh out your own personal project. In the inspiring atmosphere of southern Champagne, we work with creative impulses, short theory units, and varied exercises. You decide what we focus on—these topics are possible:

Freeing your writing flow (creative writing): You will receive tools that help you generate ideas playfully, overcome writer's block, and get into the flow of writing without pressure. Bringing memories to life (autobiographical writing):You will learn how to turn fragments of your past into vivid scenes and how to tell your life story with feeling and depth. Therapeutic writing: We use the clarifying power of writing to bring order to your thoughts, gently reflect on your experiences, and gain new inner clarity.

Plotting & novel workshop: You will learn how to weave exciting stories, give your characters personality, and develop a structured, complete story from a basic idea. Whether you write just for yourself, want to process experiences, or are working on a book project, you will learn how to fill your texts with excitement, heart, and structure.

After the week: To help you continue your writing process, online coaching is available after your return. In the afternoons, the focus is on exploring the surrounding area. Depending on your mood, you can stroll through the charming towns of Langres and Chaumont alone or in a group. Or perhaps you'll be drawn to nature: a walk in the woods, a trip to one of the four reservoirs, or a detour to the canal that connects the Marne and Saône rivers. Days off at your own pace – eventful, relaxed, and full of new impressions.

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories: Creative Retreats, Creative Writing, Detox Retreats, Self-discovery, Consciousness, soul, senses & spirit
Date: Available all year round
Language(s): German
Level: Advanced, Beginner
Group Size: 1
Place: Celles-en-Bassigny, France
Accommodation: Overnight stay included
Catering: No meals
Services: An entire house with a garden just for you!

You can bring your pet with you.

Daily coaching time and feedback

French country life in a peaceful setting

You are free to choose the length of your stay.

Contact me for a free introductory chat via WhatsApp or Zoom!

There are 4 main topics to choose from.

Accommodation

You will be accommodated in one of two spacious houses, where we will also use the kitchen and living room for our shared activities. If you would like to bring additional people with you, please let me know. The price depends on the length of your stay and the number of people. Pets are welcome on request and for a small fee.

Catering

Meals are not included; you are self-catering. Therefore, you decide for yourself what is good and right for you.

You have a fully equipped kitchen at your disposal and there are smaller and larger shopping facilities within a radius of 10 to 20 km. There is also the option of eating at a restaurant 10 km away or picking up meals from there (from 15 euros for a 3-course meal).

sequence

This is one of a total of 8 exciting topics that I offer for women aged 45+. My name is Susanne Hoffmann and my project is called Chrysalide. I live and work in 52360 Celles-en-Bassigny, a small village in the Haute-Marne department. Here, I offer women traveling alone in mid-life the opportunity to enjoy an inspiring and relaxing vacation in the French countryside.

The main language during the week is German, but depending on the theme and activity, there will of course also be French moments, with translation always provided. On fixed dates throughout the year, I offer oasis days and women's retreats on specific themes, where 2-3 women share a house and organize their vacation together.

If you prefer to organize your own time on vacation or the dates don't suit you, all of the themes can also be booked as individual stays. Simply write to me with your desired dates and interests. To discover all other themes and dates: go to the home page and select "France >>> "Grand Est".

Arrival and departure days are always Sundays.
Please also take advantage of the opportunity for a free introductory meeting via video chat (WhatsApp, Teams, or Zoom). I can answer any questions you may have and we can decide together whether my offer is right for you. Feel free to write to me here under "Contact provider" with a suggested date.

The price of €1,200 quoted here includes a commission for the operator of this website. It may therefore be worth shopping around.
There is a discount for two participants who arrive together (girlfriend, sister, daughter, etc.) and share a room. As there are only five single rooms available, it is advisable to register early.

So, now I look forward to meeting you soon!
A bientôt :-) credits: freepik (photo 1)

Arrival

The easiest way to get there is by car, just 3.5 hours from Saarbrücken and Freiburg, 5 hours from Cologne and Frankfurt, and 7 hours from Dortmund and Munich. Just look it up on Google Maps: 52360 Celles en Bassigny

Traveling by train is theoretically possible, but in practice it is likely to be rather complicated. The nearest train station is Culmont/Chalindrey. However, there is a well-functioning carpooling service (blablacar) within France, which works really well! As we are a family business, we ask for your understanding that we do not offer any transportation services.

Rue du Pont de Jacquotte 2, 52360 Celles-en-Bassigny, Grand-Est, France

Cancellation policy

If you cancel up to 60 days before arrival, you will receive a 95% refund of the booking price.
If you cancel up to 30 days before arrival, you will receive a 50% refund of the booking price.
After this, the booking is non-refundable.

In the event of a last-minute cancellation less than 30 days prior to arrival, the full price will be charged. However, in this case, I am happy to offer you the opportunity to participate on another date. You may also have travel cancellation insurance.

from $1,394 / 8 Days