Need some peace and quiet—and some space for yourself? You’re welcome at Klooster Westerhûs, nestled in the Frisian countryside near Jorwert. Our Monastery Midweek and Weekend Retreats offer you the opportunity to catch your breath and reflect on your own life and faith, your joys and your concerns. These weekends and midweek retreats have been specially designed for guests seeking more time (peace and space) for themselves while living in harmony with the rhythm of the monastery. In addition to peace and space for yourself, a number of weekends and midweek stays also feature a specific theme.
You can find this option under the "Reserve" link.
For the monastery weekends in July and August, we have two great packages at a special rate. Read more
A proven program
For the monastery week(ends), we have developed a well-established program that allows you to share in the daily life of the residents of Westerhûs Monastery. The monastic rhythm—which includes silent meditation and three short services—provides a solid framework for the days. In between these moments, there is an opportunity to seek silence on your own. If you wish, there is also an opportunity to meet other guests and monastics. During the week or weekend, various activities for deeper reflection are offered, such as a text meditation, a Nijkleasterkuier walk, and a conversation with a monk or nun. If you enjoy rolling up your sleeves, we invite you to help with the monastery work in the house or garden.
Are you looking for a themed retreat (weekend)? then take a look here
If you are curious about what silence can bring you, then a silence retreat might be for you.
From the Monastery to the Ziltepad
Not far from the Ziltepad, nestled in the Frisian meadows near Jorwert, lies a special retreat: Klooster Westerhûs. Your three-day stay at Klooster Westerhûs is the perfect way to prepare for your walking or cycling trip along the Ziltepad. During the monastery weekend, you’ll have the opportunity to catch your breath and get ready for the journey. There is space to reflect on your own life and faith, on your joys and your concerns.
Open House Days
At Westerhûs Monastery, everything exudes peace and space: the rhythm of monastic life, the simplicity of the building, and the expansive countryside that surrounds it. Do you need a day to yourself—to breathe deeply and reflect on what truly matters to you? Then we invite you to join us for one of ourRetreat Days.