Birdseye view on Silent Retreat Center in Assisi, Italy

Silent Retreat Center in Assisi, Italy

You are invited to join the Silence

During your Retreat you can connect to the nature, visit the Sacred Sites of Assisi and most of all, spend daily life in the Meditative Space.

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Breakfast outside in nature during the Silent Retreat

The Silent Retreats

Dear Friends
We have decided to slow down, 2025 was our last retreat season here in our house in the countryside outside of Assisi.

We have sold the house and will in 2027 offer our Individual Retreats both in Assisi and Denmark.

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The New Retreat Center

Situated in the midst of Assisi´s old town.

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Visit to the San Damiano Monastery during the Silent Retreat

About Us

We are a Danish/Belgian couple. We met each other in 1988 and have since then been playing meditation concerts and offering silent retreats all over Europe.

We now live in Assisi and welcome fellow seekers in our center to share and enjoy The Great Silence.

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Assisi

A beautiful old hilltop village in the centre of Italy, charming and inspiring with narrow streets full of inviting cafes and restaurants.

Visited every year by millions of pilgrims to honour the hometown of Saint Francis and Saint Clare, which makes the energy all around so light, vibrant and alive.

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The basilica of Saint Francis which you can visit during your silent retreat

Practical Information & Pricing

All you need to know about
• where we are
• your travel to Assisi
• the cost for staying here

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What our guests write about their Silent Retreat:

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Daniel Meixner
18 January 2023
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In May 2022, I spent 5 days in the Silent Retreat with Mayadevi and Shintai. As their only guest, I was warmly welcomed into their meditative space. We shared delicious vegetarian meals as well as the silence. The retreat is fairly remote, so an excellent location to take in nature with beautiful views of Mount Subasio and plenty of walking and hiking options. Facilities were clean and stylishly minimalistic with great attention to detail. I found what I was looking for - hospitality, compassion and silence. Although it is a space of silence, we had daily sharing sessions to reflect upon observations and inisghts, with both Mayadavi and Shintai providing very personal guidance. I‘ll be back one day!
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David O'Brien
14 July 2023
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A simple joy is a pure joy. Mayadevi and Shintai welcomed me to their beautiful home for three nights. It was in this oasis, tagliata fuori dal mondo, that I rediscovered an inner calm. Through a very simple daily routine and a shared silence I began to rediscover a centredness that I'd lost touch with in this noisy world. It was a beautiful experience and one that will aid my journey in this busy life.
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Noreen Hamilton
5 February 2024
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Ensconced in the mountains of Umbria the Silent Meditation Center exudes peace. There is no traffic, birdsong is constant and the soughing of the wind through the pines is soporific. Mayadevi and Shintai, the hosts, made me feel welcomed and held. I was able to relax completely, meditate and let go, and enjoy delicious, healthy meals. When I arrived I was in a state of extreme agitation and doubt. After 5 days I left feeling calm and confident. I highly recommend this wonderful haven for anyone needing to rest, contemplate and recuperate.
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Maree Kay
7 June 2023
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I spent 10 nights in May 2023 with Mayadevi and Shintai at their beautiful retreat center in the mountains of Assisi. From the moment I arrived their heartfelt warmth and generosity was evident. The space they provided was like a home away from home, where I got to breathe out, relax and settle into the silence of their beautiful retreat. The simplicity and depth of what they offered was exactly what I needed and I left feeling refreshed, restored and whole. Forever grateful for this life changing event. I would highly recommend this retreat.
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Dominika Coach
22 May 2024
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The centre and the hosts provided a safe and supportive space to dive into being and self-exploration. I highly recommend it to anyone on their growth journey.
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Pete O
20 September 2022
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Loved it here, calm silence and space - no agenda, no belief systems - you're just gently encouraged to slow down and look within yourself. There's opportunity to share here every day as well with Shintai and Mayadevi if you wish and they can provide you with insightful feedback. Food is excellent. Location is stunning - there are daily excursions (all optional) into Assisi and beautiful walks in the area if you want to head out on your own. Highly recommended! :)
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Agota Bíró
9 September 2023
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I was not sure what to expect- but the Silent Retreat Center and lovely Mayadevi and Shintai definitely went far beyond my expectations. The house is set in a beautiful spot, the vegetarian food is not only tasty and healthy, but also beautiful. Shintai and Mayadevi are full of authenticity, who are more than capable of just letting you BE. Highly recommended to anyone who feels the world is just too much :)
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Maibrit Søe
4 January 2020
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I visited during new year 2019/2020 to withdraw from the common traditions and try something new. I was warmly welcomed initially via e-mail and during the stay. Silent retreat center Assisi is truly a magical place to withdraw to one self in a safe and gently structured environment.
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Audrey Isfeld
26 August 2024
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I had the opportunity to spend 3 nights at this retreat, the hosts are amazing and so helpful, wonderful vegetation meals. It was nice to slip into their rhythm of life and enjoy the silence.

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