Restore, strengthen and thrive.
Our five-night, expert-led retreats focus on body and mind with a special relevance for peri and menopausal ladies.
In the stunning surroundings of Ribière, experience fitness and nutrition sessions together with like-minded individuals looking to pause the treadmill of daily-life and reconnect with their health and wellbeing.
At your leisure, enjoy peaceful walks in nature, relax in the sauna or freshen up with a swim in the pool or lake.
Introducing...
Stef Fowler
We are thrilled to have teamed up with Stef, aka Fanny's Real Fitness and Food, to offer focused and fun retreats.
A certified personal trainer and nutrition coach, Stef has been bringing her passion for fitness and food to clients in the UK for a number of years with one-to-one / group PT, online coaching and retreats in inspirational settings. And her food blog is full of great recipes and healthy-eating ideas!
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As a mum with real demands and pressures, she understands how difficult it can be to find the time and energy to achieve your fitness and aesthetic goals. Her own journey began with a quest to lose a bit of weight, taking her along a path of discovery and ended with totally turning around the diet of her family, embarking on a range of specialist training – and completely changing careers.
Her positive outlook, expert knowledge and specialist qualifications in corrective exercise, movement and mobility and training for peri and menopausal ladies made her our perfect partner to deliver wellbeing retreats at Ribière.
Fitness
During the retreat, Stef's sessions aim to help you melt fat, burn calories, increase strength and have fun! As a movement and mobility coach, she will also advise on stretches and exercises to help those menopause-related aches and pains.
In addition, you can opt for Pilates and/or yoga with our qualified, local practitioners.
Nutrition
Getting fit, healthy and looking great takes more than just exercise or dieting alone; it involves a two-faceted approach of the right exercise AND the right foods. Stef will provide nutritional guidance and demonstrate some simple meal ideas. We have worked with her to ensure that the home-cooked, locally sourced meals you enjoy during your stay provide further inspiration for your journey to healthy eating.
Nature
At Ribière you are surrounded by nature. There are walking paths to follow and places to simply pause to look, listen and unwind - including our wild meadow and woodland. You can also access well sign-posted hiking trails direct from the estate.
What to expect
The retreat is all about taking time out to focus on your fitness and wellbeing, meeting new people and leaving here feeling energised.
It is five nights, four days on a full board basis. We have a range of accommodation choices with varying price options. So, whether you are travelling alone or with friends, there will be something to suit. And with group numbers up to 15, you will meet a variety of people all with similar interests and goals.
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During your stay you will be enjoying :
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Active fitness sessions and body weight strengthening led by Stef
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Pilates/yoga offered by local practitioners
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Swimming in the heated outdoor saltwater pool or free swimming in the lake
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Woodland walks at Ribière and hikes on local trails
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Relaxing saunas
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Fantastic meals served in our large kitchen / diner or al fresco on the terrace.
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Travel
Getting here could not be easier. Whilst you are responsible for booking your own flight or travel arrangements, we provide transfers from and to the airport or train station. Limoges airport is only 20 minutes away and has daily services with Ryanair from the UK. The beautiful Benedictins train station in Limoges has direct trains from across France, including Paris. And you can easily locate us if travelling by car.
​​​Dates 2025
Friday 12th to Wednesday 17th June 2026​
Thursday 10th to Tuesday 15th September 2026
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Accommodation
You will be accommodated in our 17th Century converted barn. All rooms have either a double or twin beds and en suite shower room. Wifi is available throughout with tea and coffee making facilities in the kitchen. Towels and sheets are provided.
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Studio gite, single occupancy – 1300€ EB* rate (1625€ full rate)
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Studio gite, shared occupancy – 1040€ EB* rate (1300€ full rate)
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Ensuite double bedroom, single occupancy – 1100€ EB* (1375€ full rate)
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Ensuite twin bedroom, shared occupancy – 960€ EB* (1200€ full rate)
*EB Early Bird rate ends 14th February '26 for June '26 retreat and 1st April '26 for September '26 retreat. 50% deposit on booking with the balance due eight weeks prior to your retreat.
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​​What you need
Fitness equipment, including mats, are supplied but make sure to pack your workout gear, swimming essentials and walking shoes. Please ensure you have made us aware of any physical limitations, medical conditions or dietary requirements that you may have.