THE WINTER YOU DREAM OF: Your Slow Travel Cantal Stay is Rewarded.

"instants d'Absolu" - ecolodge in Cantal under snow. The ideal setting for a Slow Travel Stay Cantal Winter.

YOUR ANTICIPATION IS PRICELESS, BUT THE REWARD IS GUARANTEED: Prepare for a gentle winter in Cantal.

The end of the world in the heart of Cantal, this winter, for a slow-paced getaway.

Who among us hasn’t dreamt of Vienna for its imperial atmosphere and Christmas markets, of Lapland for its reindeers carrying our Christmas gifts and childhood desires, or of an island far from the world to truly recharge? What if the ends of the earth were much closer than your dreams?

It’s time to start planning: imagine your next Slow Travel Stay in Cantal in Winter time. Our philosophy of conscious disconnection is the answer to your need for deep rest. Even French actor Pierre Niney, a fan of long-distance travel, recently said: “The light and energy around these burons… it’s indescribable.”

What if this year, you made a wish to celebrate Christmas at the end of the world—so far… and yet so close? There is only one prerequisite, but it is a genuine opportunity in itself: anticipating. For this Christmas that is so near yet feels so far, and so conducive to well-being, we offer exceptional conditions.

Cantal Winter Ambiance: The Luxury of Rediscovering Innocence

Will you treat yourself to well-being and a complete change of scenery in the sacred volcanic land of Auvergne this winter?

The atmosphere at instants d’Absolu is a hymn to contemplation. In a setting that mixes ice, snow, and fire in the Cantou fireplace, allow yourself to be immersed in a time of rest lived in complete serenity, with no other preoccupation than snowshoe walks, horse riding, or even dogsledding. The enchanted forest of Pinatelle is a true haven for the ecolodge, perfectly positioned facing the beautiful, often frozen, Lac du Pêcher.

Couple enjoying snowshoeing in front of Cantal "instants d'Absolu" ecolodge. A perfect activity for a Slow Travel Stay Cantal Winter.
Embrace the winter magic! Snowshoeing is just one of the many ways to reconnect with nature during your stay at instants d’Absolu.

A Sanctuary of Wellness & Our New Offers

The Spa Boréal invites daily contemplation of this exceptional environment, between the sauna, steam room, and whirlpool bath… not forgetting the pure joy provided by massages and Thala-Source®—an exclusive feature of our ecolodge.

And for an even more rejuvenating winter, discover our novelties:

  • Private Family Spa Morning: Enjoy the Spa exclusively, including with your family and up to 6 people. A luxury of silence and intimacy.
  • Sleep Preparation Evening: A Journey into the Heart of an Aurora Borealis. After dinner, treat yourself to guided rest time by the bath. Thanks to chromotherapy, the night is adorned with the magical colours of the Northern Lights, inviting deep letting go. This ritual is accompanied by a soundtrack designed for the occasion (using Delta frequencies that invite the brain to enter an ideal state conducive to good sleep).
Chromotherapy bath at the Spa Boréal for Sleep Preparation. A unique wellness feature for your Slow Travel Stay Cantal Winter.
Experience the magic of the Sleep Preparation Evening: chromotherapy bath inspired by the Northern Lights at our Spa Boréal.

Anticipation Rewarded: An Exclusive Offer (15% Off)

The act of anticipating is an act of self-care, and it deserves a reward. Our Anticipation Offer is our way of saying thank you for making your well-being a priority:

  • Benefit: 15% immediate discount on the price of your stay. This 15% discount applies to any Slow Travel Stay Cantal Winter booked 45 days in advance.
  • Conditions: Offer valid for all bookings of two nights or more, made 45 days+ in advance.

⚠️ Important Note Regarding the Special Offer: In order to provide you with such a significant reward (15% off), the advance booking requires full payment and is non-refundable. This is the price of an exceptional opportunity.

For absolute peace of mind, we recommend adding Safebooking insurance, which protects you against unforeseen circumstances.

Planning Your Slow Travel Stay in Cantal this Winter with Full Serenity:
Flexibility and Slow Travel

Our Relaxed Standard Conditions

Alongside this special offer, we want to emphasize that our general conditions applicable to the standard rate have been relaxed to offer you more flexibility and security. Serenity is our priority, whatever your booking. In case of cancellation:

  • More than 15 days out: You will be offered the option to postpone your stay within 12 months or, failing that, to cancel with a €50 administration fee (only one postponement is possible).
  • From 15 days to 4 days out: The deposit (50% of the stay) will be due.
  • Less than 4 days out: The full cost of the stay will be due.

Gentle Travel

The escape begins with the journey. Whether you choose the gentle pace of driving from France (leaving stress behind kilometre after kilometre) or the train option from Paris for a complete disconnection right from the station, the journey to the Serene Republic of Cantal is already a break in itself. (This is particularly appealing for our London-based guests seeking a ‘flight-free’ option via the day/night train connections to Paris).

Dogsledding activity in Cantal snowy landscapes near "instants d'Absolu - Ecolodge & Spa". A unique adventure for your Slow Travel Stay Cantal Winter.
More than a walk: a boreal adventure in Cantal. One of the experiences to absolutely live during your winter stay!

Book Your Winter Dream

Don’t let doubt obscure the perspective of this enchanted interlude. Your anticipation is the greatest gift you can give yourself.

Click below to turn anticipation into certainty and your softness into reality.

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Gently project yourself forward and plan your winter escape… in itself, already a moment just for you. The time is ideal to imagine your Christmas and winter holidays.

What’s more, we reward anticipation: book your stay (2 nights minimum) 45+ days in advance and immediately benefit from a 15% discount on your getaway.

Because your comfort and peace of mind are at the heart of our priorities, we have also eased our sales conditions.
For absolute tranquility, you can also purchase Safebooking insurance online.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Serene Republic of Cantal! 

  • Preferential offers starting from 3 nights
  • Pets are not allowed in order to preserve these wild spaces.
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