Would YOU like to Enter the temple of Venus Rising?

So you are ready for a realm where beauty becomes language, love a force of creation, Manifestation second nature and life itself a work of art?

Would you like to explore the ancient and living art of Venusian magic: practices that awaken abundance, joy and magnetism in every sphere of life, while relishing in exquisite French Cuisine, discovering mind-expanding sacred sites devoted to the goddess at the most exhilarating, historical locations in the South of France?

are you ready to embrace the wonder of the unknown and seek personal growth through ancient wisdom on this profoundly Venus-infused adventure filled with and self-discovery?

Have you been looking for an intimate transformative adventure that goes beyond traditional retreats, where you will practice Magic, create talismans, emerging initiated and abundant with 5 other seekers?

deep dive into magic of growth, harmony, and divine abundance.

Heliopolis Sanctum is a transformative 7 day, all inclusive retreat for all humans, devoted to the mysteries of Sacred Feminine Magic.

Picture the Adventure

It’s the end of an unforgettable day where you have exchanged profound perspectives with a small group of like-minded folks, allowing for deep magical revelations. You created a Talisman guided by Denis - Foolish Fish, and were gently guided through Ritual devoted to Venusian Magic. Then time stopped as you walked tranquil paths where the Spirit of the Goddess inhabiting the ancient land of Occitania in the South of France is alive and kicking. You discovered the pulse of timeless energy inside the walls of an awe-inspiring 11th-century Cathar Castle surrounded by mountain views you know will be hard to describe in words.

Your senses awaken to a scent of violets as the sun sets. You are excitedly waiting for the best Michelin-starred French cuisine to appear: Food Alchemy - lovingly prepared for you by chefs with a deep knowledge of local ingredients, quality and tradition.

Sharing your adventures from the medieval Cité de Carcassonne with new friends on a similar path, you wonder whether this enchanted place is real or if you are dreaming. You meandered through the maze-like streets under turrets and walked on top of ramparts.

You sampled rose-scented local perfume sold next to the sanctity of the millennia-old Cathedral built during the age of the Visigoths. A lot has changed during the last few days. Learning Venisian Magic through practicing Magic and doing ritual at timeless Sacred Sites laden with meaning is liberating. Allowing yourself much needed magical me-time, has nourished your Soul. Here, in the Ancient Lands of the Heretics, the Goddesses and the Gnostics, far away from the rat-race, you have found Humanity in Meaningful, Shared Experience and dropped heavy baggage of the past. Your mind has surrendered to beauty and expanded. You feel clear, creative, confident, like you are walking on fertile ground ready to manifest.

Practical ritual, Planetary Magic, Pathworking and learning secret Venusian wisdom is liberating. You have surrendered to magical Occitania - where the goddess has been revered since pre-historic times, and finally found a way to supercharge Health, harmony and abundance

You are Invited to Experience the Sacred Magic of Occitania

it is empowering to feel:

• ..connection with the Immoveable, Sacred Feminine in a fast-paced, modern, confusing world, so you can foster a greater sense of peace and harmony and let go of stress

• ..clarity, Understanding and Guidance in decision-making, so you can create Abundance and Well Being in your life.

• ..support from Like-minded Individuals, so you can Nurture Community and find Humanity in Meaningful Shared Experience.

• ..your intuition unlock, so the Secrets of the Mystical World become tools for Joy, Fertility and Manifestation

• ..safe on a path of self-transformation, so you can navigate life with Calmly and Gently.

• ..welcome and ready to delve into the realms of Venua Rising, -It does not matter if you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner.

• ..a deeper understanding of Feminine, Sacred Magic and Arts, so you can return to The Heart and know that Love is both Path and Power.

  Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty and majestic ambiance of the South of France, where history, nature, and Feminine mystique create an awe-inspiring backdrop for your unique journey,

What if you held tools to:

• ..enhance Creativity and Artful Self-Expression?

• ..battle Self-doubt and boost Self-confidence?

• ..honoring Joy, Pprosperity and Desires and make better choices towards Harmony and Happiness?

• ..forge Meaningful Lifelong Connections and Friendships with like-minded individuals, building a Supportive Magical Network that continues beyond the retreat?

• ..feel Inspired and Equipped with tools and knowledge to continue your Venusian journey, nurturing Beauty, Health and Sacred Receptivity?

These are only some of the hidden abilities you will uncover, lEARNING TO HARMONIZE THE INNER AND OUTER WORLDS - CULTIVATING WISDOM IN THOUGHT, BALANCE IN EMOTION AND GRACE IN PRESCENCE.

Your Home for the Week

STAY IN A UNIQUELY RESTORED, TRUE-TO-THE-PERIOD, TURN-OF-THE-CENTURY HOME, FILLED WITH ORIGINAL ART IN EVERY ROOM and BEAUTIFUL GARDENS. The maison is situated IN A PICTURESQUE VILLAGE, RIGHT UNDERNEATH THE BEST PRESERVED CATHAR CASTLE in Occitania.

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After an exiting day, sink into your comfortable bed and catch up on much needed rest. The attention to detail everywhere around you make this maison truly special, inspiring and beautiful.
The Magickal Library is stocked with interesting, carefully collected books that make it possible to delve deeper into Occitan mysteries, ritual, magick, alchemy, and imagination.

A beautiful and intensely private, scented garden with dining table for 8 and plenty of different tranquil seating areas is perfect to relax in, sipping a cup of tea or perhaps enjoy a glass of wine and a snack, before it’s time to chill out in the elegant living room.

The village setting by the river, next to the most bio-diversive forest in Europe is charming and calming, nestled under the limestone formations at the foothills of the Pyrenees.

FUN THINGS TO DO:

• Hike along trails that wind around the village and up to the Cathar Castle on the hill above the village, and be blown away by the view and the energy.

• Swim by the small waterfall in the crystal-clear river.

• Recharge in the sitting room, library or garden, having helped yourself to cold drinks, fruit and snacks, coffee and tea in the refreshment bar.

• The regular, informal Evening Round Table Talk in the garden, is a great way to round off an enchanting day, over a glass of wine, share input and knowledge and make sense of today’s adventures, talks and experiences.

• Your complimentary Tarot-reading takes place in the privacy of your room, and sets you up for the day’s adventure.

THIS HOME PROMOTES RELAXATION, INSPIRATION, COMFORT, Tranquility AND WELL-BEING.

Cuisine

FRENCH CUISINE IS food alchemy

Every day, you delight your senses (and pallette) with delectable French cuisine, blending indulgence with mindful eating to enhance your transformative experience further.

Dishes are prepared with acute sense of tradition and reverence. Produce from the “Terroir” is fresh, varied, and locally sourced. There are vegetarian options. Truffle lovers will appreciate and enjoy the season, which starts in September.

Imagine tucking into exquisite, multi-course lunch and dinner menus proudly made with next-level skill and from the freshest produce. The energizing scent and flavour of the beautifully presented dishes sparks joy of relishing in World Class Gastronomy.

We visit neigbourhood restaurants, eat like a local in village cafés, and savour delicate Michelin starred fine dining bursting with flavour in wonderful settings, so you can feel truly special!

GET READY TO EAT LIKE KINGS AND QUEENS. THE BEST FRESH FOOD AND WINE FOUND ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD IS waiting fopr you HERE. THE EMPHASIS IS ON ENJOYMENT IN EVERY SENSE OF THE WORD. 

Wine

OCCITAN WINE - grapes transmuted into legend.

Wouldn’t it be a rare pleasure to visit a Domaine, experience a wine-tasting event first hand and sample the best wine, on the land where the grapes are grown, harvested and lovingly turned into wine?

Right at the vineyard, you experience the joy of tasting the best French wine, while your 3 course lunch is being prepared in the kitchen?

See the care and skill that goes into wine-making, have fun and take away useful pointers for buying and pairing wine.

Take a sip of wine from this untouched, wild region, where wine making started aeons ago, let the beauty fill your field of vision, close your eyes, taste the flavour, notice the scent. Perfection!

History is never far away. Not even in Wine-Making. In Languedoc, It can still be felt and imagined as if it only happened yesterday.

If you do not drink alcohol - NO PROBLEM - We provide delicious alternatives

here, in the old country, time stops. Every day is a symposium, cuisine and conversation elevates life. 

Your Magical, Mystery Tour

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Explore, Exhale and Emerge Enlightened

Your Tutor Denis Poisson - Foolish Fish

Denis Poisson is probably best known as the host of the Foolish Fish Esoteric and Occult YouTube channel — a platform through which he has shared insights into occult and esoteric practices, symbolism, history, philosophy alongside weekly book reviews and news updates.

Denis is also an author, including Hidden Paths (Black Letter Press) and The Heretic's Rosary, a well-loved folk and fairy tale inspired oracle deck, and leads live and self-led courses.

Denis has been interested in worlds beyond the material realm for as long as he can remember, and while many have shared his passion, few have applied such consistent rigor and dedication to exploring those worlds, and making them accessible to others, free from the dogma and control that organisations that typically gate-keep those worlds like to enforce and assert. His recent courses have been very well received.

A fascination for intra- and supra- worlds and the beings one meets there, alongside a keenly analytical mind and a passion for both learning and teaching have placed Denis as a specialist in world religions with a strong emphasis on their esoteric forms.

With formal training and over a decade of professional experience in teaching, the educational videos that he has posted on his channel (apart from the book reviews for which he may be most widely recognised) are widely praised for being both deep enough to attract the attention of experienced practitioners, and clear and approachable enough to appeal to the absolute beginner.

Welcome to Cathar Country

INDULGE YOUR THIRST FOR DEEP KNOWLEDGE AND ENDURING PASSION FOR HIDDEN HISTORY, VENTURE WITH US TO FAMOUS CATHAR CASTLES THAT DATE BACK TO ROUGHLY THE 11TH CENTURY.

These fairytale-like, fortified sanctuaries of the Cathars, these so called Heretics, who opposed the Roman Catholic church for the best part of 300 years, are still here, as enduring testaments to purity of thought, steadfastness, the power of alternative thinking, loyalty, faith and resistance against all odds towards an overwhelming opposition.

The Cathars and their resistance against the Papal bull and the inquisition have inspired free-thinkers, mystery schools, historians and scholars, seekers, creatives, authors, (and even the Occitanian Tourist Board) for centuries. We will tell you the truth about them. It’s fascinating.

Their enduring fortresses merge with the bedrock on top of cliffs and mountains, as if they were built by a higher power to be one with the bedrock.

Surrounded by breathtaking, ecstatic scenery, these castles are power hubs for people like you, who are called here to seek illumination.

As you discover the region, skilled locals and experts share their knowledge about the captivating myths, legends and legacy of Occitania, so you can absorb the cultural adventure and the uniquely rich historical environment, invigorate your soul, absorb ancient wisdom and know the truth.

TO UNDERSTAND, FREELY WALK AROUND INSIDE THE BUILDINGS AND IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE ENERGY EMITTED THERE, RIGHT ON SITE. IT’S NO WORD FOR IT. THIS “WHATEVERITIS” CANNOT BE CONVEYED READING ABOUT THESE IMPORTANT, SACRED HUBS OF HERITAGE, OR STUDYING THE LOCATION FROM AFAR. YOU HAVE TO BE THERE. FEEL IT FOR YOURSELF, RISING UP THROUGH YOUR BODY. YOU MIGHT EVEN EMERGE CHANGED.

Join us in the foothills of the Pyrenees for an unforgettable week

Occitania has been a place of worship since time out of mind. It’s where our prehistoric ancestors, deep within the many caves in the region, developed rituals and rites to ensure a successful hunt, or for survival throughout the season. It’s a place where one feels a presence of primordial spiritual connection. There is something inherent within the land itself. 

Occitania is a place people often feel called to. There’s an instinctual human knowing, that a kind of wild magic still lives, one that will never be conquered, and one that can still be felt in various power places within the landscape. 

So many books have been written about the inherent mysteries of Occitania. This is a frequently overlooked region, full of beguiling mysteries, rich with stories of medieval knights, chatelaines and troubadours, courtly love and the last home of the Holy Grail.

Home to historic castles, the world’s first UNESCO heritage site, millennia old functioning buildings, the biggest limestone caves in Europe, ancient forests, scenic mountains, the best vineries and picturesque villages: The area is abundant with some of the best cuisine in France.

What’s Included?

• Airport shuttle - All transport from the time of pick up from Toulouse Blagnac airport (designated times only - see FAQ section) and shuttle return to airport, so you don’t have to worry about a thing after you exit the airport

• We are happy to help and advise what flights to book, so you don’t have to do all the research yourself

• Accommodation with all its amenities including bathroom amenities, so you can pack light-ish, and be comfortable

• All excursions, guided adventures and tickets to these to make your life easy

• Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner which will nourish and awe you. Coffee or tea any time for pick me ups.

• 2 glasses of delicious, regional wine is provided with lunch and dinner. Or if you prefer, 2 glasses of a non-alcoholic beverage because everyone’s different

• All Hermetic Mesmerism and Alchemy Lessons, Practice, Meditation, Pathworking, Ritual and Initiation.

• 1 hour long Tarot Reading and Coaching to clarify matters and make you aware how capable you are!

• Talks on the fascinating Secret History and fascinating Hidden-in-plain-sight Mysteries of the area so you can be one who Knows

• Pre-trip individual preparation call to best prepare for this Epic Adventure

• Aftercare to make sure you get the most out of learning and practicing The Great Work.

What’s not Included

• Your flights

• Personal shopping

• Personal taxi fare

• Personal, medical or trip cancellation insurance

• Spirits

• Snacks between meals

Why Practice Venusian Goddess Magic with other men and women?

• Intimate Connections: Engage in meaningful interactions and foster lasting friendships with a closely-knit community of fellow seekers.

• Personalised Guidance: Receive individual attention and tailored instruction from our experienced facilitators, ensuring your unique journey is nurtured.

• Supportive Environment: Share and learn from others who are on a similar path, creating a supportive network that encourages growth and exploration.

• Deeper Insights: Explore profound discussions and exchange perspectives within a small group, allowing for more profound insights and revelations.

• Enhanced Learning: Enjoy a higher level of engagement and hands-on experiences, maximising your learning potential in a small group setting.

• Continued Community: Forge lifelong connections with like-minded individuals, building a supportive network that continues beyond the retreat.

  HUMANITY BECOMES ALIVE IN SHARED, MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCE

Join us on the journey TOWARDS equilibrium within, and unlock the wonders of the Sacred Feminine and the Archetypical Goddess sealed within all humans.

Let the beauty of France be your guide as you embark on a transformative adventure that will forever change your life. Dare to stand in your center and awaken joy, love, health and abundance WITH NEW FRIENDS.

can you afford to miss out?

the temple of venus rising awaits you

Incredible, I cannot wait!