1th June 2021
Need to escape the hustle and bustle of life and reconnect with the essentials? Welcome to the Chartreuse du Reposoir, founded in the XNUMXth century on a grandiose site, currently a Carmelite monastery. The magnificence of the place overwhelms you with emotions and soothes you. Far from the tumult of the valley, a Carmelite community here made a vow of poverty and silence. Discover this sacred place, rocked by suspended time.
Step 1: prepare well for your visit
Knowing the history of a place always allows us to take another look at the world around us.
Nothing like booking a guided tour with our Heritage Guide to learn about the epic of the monk John of Spain, at the origin of this Charteuse. Individual or group visits, anything is possible. !
The carmel car park will accommodate your car or your bus. Located not far from the lake, it will allow you to access the Charterhouse without too much effort.
For those who prefer a free and silent visit, do not hesitate to stop by the shop to discover many products and in particular very beautiful books.
Step 1a: come in total let go
Are you one of those people who don't like to plan? No problem. Park in the center of the village and walk up to Carmel (the tourist office will explain where to go!). Appreciate the beauty of the view over the village then let yourself be swept away by the serene charm of the lake and the Carmel.
With a picnic from the bag - because yes, you have thought of planning the meal just before departure, or while passing in front of the village grocery store La Misperette - you wedge your back against a tree, with a bird's eye view above the Charterhouse in order to take in all the buildings that make it up with a glance.
Let yourself go. Pure beauty is all around you.
Step 2: rejuvenate the soul ... and the stomach
As Maurice, the band's swagger would say, "the divine is beautiful but it does not feed its man"!
At the Reposoir, you will find something to satisfy your stomach with La Chartreuse restaurant, located in the heart of the village. The terrace is beautiful, the room has character. The cuisine is traditional and inventive. What better way to have a great time with a group or with the family?
Step 3: opt for a little digestive walk
Was the meal delicious or even a little too filling? Fortunately, the Reposoir is full of tours. From a simple digestive walk to a sharper hike, you are bound to find what you are looking for!
And for the less motivated, or the more epicureans, it depends, make this place your Rest, and take a little nap until the bravest return!
