Retreats and Courses
Retreats, or spiritual exercises, are a form of spiritual formation aimed at deepening one’s spiritual life through stillness, meditation, and prayer. They consist of a several-day retreat in a group, led by a retreat master—usually a priest—who, through his talks, helps participants discover or enrich their spiritual life. The goal of the retreat is to experience God’s presence within, to discern obstacles on the spiritual path, and to find one’s place in the world.
Origin: The best-known are the “Ignatian Spiritual Exercises,” named after St. Ignatius of Loyola, who was most instrumental in their spread.
Participants: Both Catholics and non-Catholics may participate.
Recommendations: When participating in certain types of retreats, it is necessary to observe certain conditions, such as silence and keeping cell phones turned off.
Spiritual retreats and courses have been held at Svatá Hora since 1990, which is why the dormitory where participants stay and gather for lectures is called the retreat house. Although the accommodations are simple—single or double rooms with shared bathrooms in the hallway— but the atmosphere of Central Bohemia’s most famous Marian pilgrimage site and the tranquility amidst the Brdy forests make our retreats a powerful spiritual experience.
For 2026, we have prepared a diverse selection of topics and leaders, chosen from a wide spectrum of Catholic spiritual traditions. You are sure to find among them those who will
best suit you and your spiritual needs. The price of each course includes lodging and full board. The price for each course is fixed.
Registration:
ideally using the form below
by email to: exercicie@farnost-svatahora.cz
in writing to the address: Exerciční dům, Svatá Hora 604, 261 01 Příbram II.
Current COURSE Offerings: