In the Bön tradition, Sherab Chamma is considered the Mother of all Buddhas. She is also the mother of all beings, the source of love, the inexhaustible source of wisdom and compassion.

She is the unobstructed clarity and enlightened nature of all beings. Always there to offer protection, strength and clarity, she is pure presence. Chamma is available to everyone for comfort, guidance and healing as she has the power to dispel all obstacles.

The authentic qualities of the Loving Mother have always been within us. The practice of the Heartdrop of Chamma helps us connect to them, recognize and actualize our capacity to love and care for each other unconditionally.

This unique teaching is a direct oral transmission (Nyen Gyud) given by Khandro Sherab Lo Pelma, a manifestation of Chamma, to the 22nd Menri Trizin, Sonam Lodro Rinpoche in the early 19th century.

It's the 1st time Rinpoche will teach on the Jamma Nyingtik in Switzerland.

He will speak in English, with translation into French.

Open to all without prerequisite.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

༄ SCHEDULE

Saturday, June 4 & Sunday, June 5

9:30am – 12:30am; 2:30pm – 5pm

Monday, June 6

9:30am – 12:30am; 2pm – 4:30pm

The teachings are tentatively scheduled according to the schedule above, but subject to change. Any impromptu changes will be communicated during the retreat itself. Thank you for your understanding.

Doors will open on the first morning at 8:30am. The venue will not be accessible before that time to reserve a seat, nor the previous day. Plan to get on site early enough so we can start on time.

༄ PRICES

We are aware that some people have been struggling financially because of the Covid situation. Our prices have been adjusted accordingly this year :

3 days, standard rate : 180 EUR/CHF

3 days, reduced rate : 150 EUR/CHF

People who participate 1 or 2 days are are invited to pay a suggested rate of 60 or 50 EUR/CHF per day (under the category "Free rate").

In case of financial difficulty, people can make a free donation according to their possibilities.

༄ WHAT TO BRING

We will provide chairs and cushions, but if you want to make sure you’re comfortable, we suggest you consider bringing your own cushion, blanket, etc.

༄ ACCESS TO THE VENUE

Address: Salle polyvalente, Route la Muellera 1, 1649 Pont-la-VillePont-la-Ville

By public transportation: There will be no public transportation all the way to the village of Pont-la-Ville during the three days of the teachings (due to public holiday). You could take a bus from Bulle to La Roche (arriving at 7:52 or 8:52) or from Fribourg to La Roche (arriving at 8:02 or 9:02), and then walk (or taxi) from La Roche to the event venue (2.5km walk with a gently ascending slope).

By car sharing: We will make car sharing available from Bulle to La Roche, but make sure you register for that through the link below by May 20 latest. If you do not register for car sharing before May 20, you will need to make it to the venue by your own means.The exact time and place of departure for car sharing from Bulle will be communicated to you at an appropriate time and you will need to contribute to the costs of transport.

By car: From the highway, take the ”Rossens” exit (number 5), and then continue in the direction of “Pont-la-Ville” for about 5km. There is a parking lot next to the hall. WARNING: The road « Route de la Gruyère » (between the Rossens dam and Pont-la-Ville) is completely closed for several months due to construction work. A detour via Treyvaux and La Roche is clearly indicated with orange panels and takes about 10 additional minutes. People driving from France/Vevey are encouraged to take the exit «Bulle», then cross the villages (Riaz, Corbières, La Roche) up to Pont-la-Ville. People driving from Bern must take the exit «Rossens» and follow the detour.

༄ LUNCH OPTIONS

CATERED BUFFET MEALS

An Asian buffet will be organized on site by a caterer every day during the lunch break (vegetarian cuisine). It is necessary to register here in advance until Friday, June 3 (please be mindful of this deadline!). The price is CHF 18. -/meal (to be paid in cash in Swiss francs on site the 1st day).

For any questions regarding meals, please contact the caterer directly (we do not answer questions about this): +41 (0)79 904 91 24

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MENUS

Samedi/Saturday, 4 juin

Riz - Rice

Curry d’aubergine - Eggplant curry

Chana masala

Sambal Haricots noix de coco - Coconut beans sambal

Parotta

Pappadam

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Dimanche/Sunday, 5 juin

Riz au citron - Lemon rice (Thai)

Légumes au curry rouge thaï - Thai vegetable red curry

Curry de champignons épinard thaï - Thai mushroom spinach curry

Kurma au soja - Soya bean kurma

Pancakes chinois - Chinese pancakes

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Lundi/Monday, 6 juin

Riz aux légumes - Vegetable rice

Dal tadka

Betterave thoran - Betroot thoran

Curry d’ananas - Pineapple curry

Roti sri-lankais noix de coco - Srilankan coconut roti

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RESTAURANTS

You will find different options to eat in the vicinity of the retreat venue.

Pont-la-Ville:

- Café-Restaurant l’Enfant de Bon Coeur (adjacent to the venue): closed during the retreat.

- Restaurant La Terrasse Golf Resort : https://golfgruyere.ch/en/restaurant-la-terrasse-2/

La Roche (3 km):

- Restaurant l’Unique : www.restaurant-lunique.ch

- Restaurant de la Croix-Blanche : http://restaurant-la-croix-blanche.ch/

- Restaurant le Granit : https://www.les-pubs.ch/1660/5/2385381/la_roche_fr/le_granit/detail.htm?utm_source=restaurantguru&utm_medium=referral

- Tea-Room-Boulangerie : https://patisserie.ch/

Rossens (4 km) :

- Restaurant du barrage : http://hoteldubarrage.com/

PICNIC

In case of good weather, it is possible to eat outside next to the venue. Please note it is not permitted to eat inside the teachings hall.

༄ IMPORTANT NOTICE

The retreat will take place during the Pentecost weekend, which is a public holiday. Touristic areas might be fully booked and almost all the shops will be closed on Monday. Accordingly, we recommend you make your meal and accommodation arrangements as far in advance as possible.

༄ ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Hotels:

- Pont-la-Ville :https://golfgruyere.ch/

- Rossens (4 km) : http://hoteldubarrage.com/

- Avry-devant-Pont (10 km) : https://vignier.ch and https://www.restoroute-gruyere.ch/bienvenue/?no_cache=1

- Posieux (10 km) : https://www.brasserie-fribourg.com/

- Vuippens (13 km) : http://www.maison-de-ville.ch/

- Bulle (15 km) & around : https://www.fribourgregion.ch/fr/la-gruyere/

- Fribourg (20 km) : https://www.fribourgregion.ch/fr/fribourg/

Other options (Bed & Breakfast, camping, apartment, etc.):

https://lahautlaloba.ch/

https://bnb.ch/fr/

https://www.fribourgregion.ch/fr/la-gruyere/

The Heartdrop of Chamma, the Loving Mother