Notre-Dame of Beaufort monastery

Notre-Dame of Beaufort monastery is a Dominican convent in Plerguer situated on the edge of Beaufort Lake within a wooded landscape. The building occupies the grounds of a former castle and is surrounded by forest that provides a secluded setting for prayer.

The monastery was founded in 1963 by four Dominican sisters who took over the former Beaufort castle after years of wartime abandonment. This marked the beginning of restoration work and transformation of the site into a spiritual community.

The community of contemplative nuns conducts daily services and produces religious vestments and preserves as part of their spiritual work. These handmade items reflect how faith is lived through daily labor and service.

Visitors can reach the monastery between 10 AM and 12 PM or 2 PM and 5 PM to arrange visits or ask questions. A shop on site sells the sisters' handmade products and operates Tuesday through Sunday in the afternoon.

The monastery incorporates the Kora, a West African stringed instrument, into its daily religious services. This distinctive musical choice blends traditional liturgy with a broader spiritual perspective.

Location: Plerguer

GPS coordinates: 48.50380,-1.81791

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:24