Grail Gates of Womb & Hara
Live retreat in the South of France
Dates TBC!

“There is an ancient pathway to the power of the Womb; it is the most sacred pilgrimage a human being can take.”
– Seren & Azra Bertrand, Womb Awakening. Initiatory Wisdom From the Creatrix of All Life.
The Awakening of the Grail Gates: A Sacred Journey to Your Inner Power
Step into a transformative experience that bridges ancient wisdom with modern healing.
Just as our bodies are home to the energy centers known as chakras, our Womb and Hara (the deep belly for men) hold profound energetic portals called Grail Gates.
Each Grail Gate has its own psychology, wounds and gifts, and energetic signature. We learn a lot about ourselves when we connect our consciousness to these gates. A huge healing potential lies in these portals.
Awakening the 8 gates of the Womb & Hara is therefore a deeply spiritual, energetic, and physical initiation—a quest that unlocks unparalleled transformation and personal growth.
A Return to Ancient Wisdom
In the ancient mystery schools, the Womb was revered as the Grail, a sacred vessel of creation and transformation. A woman or man with a fully awakened Womb was considered a Living Grail. Priestesses of Isis, like Mary Magdalene, devoted their lives to this sacred path, alongside beloved teachers like Jeshua, who practiced these profound inner alchemy techniques.

What You’ll Experience
In a safe and supportive group of sisters and brothers, you’ll embark on a powerful journey through the Grail Gates of your pelvic bowl. Together, we will explore:
* Ancient Mystery Teachings
Discover the hidden knowledge of the Grail Gates and their connection to archetypes, elements, and deep psychology.
* Guided Meditations & Shamanic Journeying
Connect with the secret landscape of your Womb or Hara through intuitive and energetic practices.
* Energetic Healing & Clearing
Release blockages and restore the original frequency of each portal, reclaiming its transformative gifts.
* Ritual, Dance, Song & Mantra
Embody your awakening through movement, voice, and sacred rituals that anchor your transformation.

Inner and Outer Exploration
This retreat is set in the breathtaking Cathar region of the South of France, known as the Languedoc. Here, the outer landscape becomes a mirror for your inner journey. You’ll visit:
- Sacred Sites & Natural Wonders: Springs, thermal baths, and powerful places in nature.
- Ancient Energies: The region’s sacred sites offer profound healing and insights to support your inner transformation.
A Safe and Sacred Space
Our practices honor your boundaries. The inner alchemy we explore is purely energetic, restoring a conscious, embodied connection to your inner Grail portals. This journey involves no nudity or erotic touch—only the profound awakening of your energetic body.
Who Can Join?
Whether or not you have a physical Womb, this journey is for anyone ready to activate their inner Grail Gates and step into their fullest potential.
A Lineage of Wisdom
This retreat draws on the teachings of Seren & Azra Bertrand from the former Fountain of Life, by whom I am trained. Their guidance inspires every practice, ensuring a deeply rooted and authentic experience.
Our venue
Let the images speak for themselves…
Photos ©Tom Indekeu

By whom?
Hello, my name is Mieke Anthuenis (1972). I am a womb awakening teacher, shamanic womb healer, menstrual mentor and yoni steam facilitator. My life is dedicated to birthing the new earth and bringing back ancient feminine wisdom, healing arts and spirituality. Since 2005, I have been walking a shamanic path with strong influence from my time in Peru and Colombia and the teachers I met there. I am trained in core shamanism (Michael Harner) and womb shamanism (Fountain of Life, Sanctuary of Sofia and Sacred Woman Awakening). Since 2018, I work as a Moon Mother (level 3) and Vaginal Steam facilitator (Peristeam Hydrotherapy Institute). With a background in Tuina, I seek to bring in the rich and old eastern view on WoMen’s well-being. In my retreats and 1-on-1 sessions, I blend these modalities together, based on the needs of the client, to facilitate a deep and safe space for healing and transformation. I work with persons in all seasons of their life, with or without a womb, with or without a period. I am co-author of the best-selling book Return To the Motherworld and run retreats and pilgrimages in the legendary Cathar region in the South of France.
I am truly honored to connect with you.
xxx


Olivier Vaneeckhout – Miekes partner -is our dedicated guide when we go out into the region.
Olivier ensures a seamless retreat experience by coordinating all logistical aspects and personally transporting us to the region’s most significant and sacred sites.
With a sincere dedication to the Sacred FeMinine, a deep connection to the land and a profound understanding of spiritual traditions, he creates a nurturing space for transformation and connection.
Olivier’s approach combines intuitive wisdom, spiritual insight, and personalized care to support participants on their journey of self-discovery and inner growth.
He is the owner of Villa Sainte Marie, where we will spend our first hours of the first day, a wonderful and peaceful place where you can rent a chalet or apartment if you would like to come a few days earlier or stay a bit after the retreat.
See also: https://oliviervaneeckhout.com/