The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre is governed by a specific French legal framework (Association Loi 1901) and operates mainly thanks to the efforts of volunteers and financial support of its members. Donations made to the Centre make possible the numerous diverse activities currently on offer, which are made in the service of Man and in the service of Society, in line with the goals of Swami Vivekananda.
Address: 64 boulevard Victor Hugo, 77220 Gretz, France E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Coming by train: RER line Eole (leaving stations Hausman-Saint-Lazare or Magenta-Gare du Nord) towards Tournan (trains named TORE, TIRE or TARI). Alight at the station named “Gretz”. The center is a 10 minute walk from there: take the footbridge accessible from the exit (“sortie”) named rue d’Alsace, and follow the boulevard Romain Rolland up to the number 1. The entrance to the Centre is on your right side when walking on the boulevard and coming from the train station. Coming by car: Gretz is thirty km south-east of Paris, in Seine-et-Marne. You can use the link below to plan your route: |
The bookshop is located in the main building and offers numerous accessories to support spiritual endeavours.
Books : We stock a number of the most influential works from major religious traditions and contemporary spiritual movements, as well as from dialogues and exchanges between religions, and also more generally books relating to health and spirituality (e.g. Ayurveda), science and spirituality, and more. A list of books that can be ordered online is below, and many others are available directly in the bookshop. We are happy to respond to enquiries.
Statues : Our brass statues are fashioned with great care and carry beautiful faces worthy of the Hindu Gods.
Accessories for meditation also available in the bookshop:
Malas: bracelets and necklaces – rudraksha or wood – as well as a selection of artisanal pouches for storing malas
Incense: A representative selection is also available in the online store.
Incense holder : A large choice is available, both for holding sticks and cones.
Tibetan bowls : Singing bowl without planetary tonalities (12 or 14 cm diameter). Made of mallet, 3 sizes available.
Cymbals : Made of bronze alloy, tuned, and linked with a leather strap.
Meditation cushions : A large selection of durable and high-quality cushions is also available: basic, classic, mini, zen, knee protectors, etc. Most of the cushions come with protective covers, and have cases that can be separated for washing (with washing instructions). The cases come with zippers and thus allow cushion stuffing to be added or removed if desired. We only use high quality stuffing, such as from buckwheat shells, organic chestnuts, kapok, or coconut fibre.
Bancs de méditation (comfort travel) : beech wood, 19 or 21 cm high.
Artisanal products: necklaces, rings, boxes, bags, and others.
Yoga accessories:
Yoga mats: Classic mats with anti-slippage surfaces, machine washable (up to 30 degrees C), 1.1 kg weight. 200 cm long x 60 cm wide.
Nasal cleaning (neti lota) – various models available.
Yoga belt: 38 cm long x 2.5 cm wide.
Eye relaxation cushion: for relieving overworked eyes.
Cotton blanket: Cosy and heartwarming, extra large design. Various colours are available. Ideal for yoga nidra.
Also available: bags or meshes for carrying yoga mats, reusable silver / aluminum water bottle, and more.
Audio:
Meditation CDs: A compilation entitled “The courage of being” by Swami Veetamohananda
CDs of conferences: conferences on the Vedanta and the Scriptures by Swami Veetamohananda
Devotional music CDs
Many of these articles are available in our bookshop but not online, come visit us!
Opening hours:
Wednesdays from 16h00 to 17h00
Saturdays from 13h00 to 15h00 and from 16h00 to 17h00
Sundays from 13h00 to 14h30 and from 16h00 to 17h00
Address: 1 boulevard Romain Rolland 77220 Gretz-Armainvilliers
Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by telephone (+ 33 (0)1 64 07 03 11) during opening hours
