ICPR 2026 & a Psychedelic Retreat: science meets ritual, art and nature

We explore the connection between the Interdisciplinary Conference on Psychedelic Research (ICPR 2026) and Earth Awareness - the Nature Temple, one of the oldest psychedelic retreat centres in the Netherlands. Where ICPR brings together the academic world, our centre has since 2008 provided the experiential dimension: ritual, culture, art and nature. Combine your visit to the ICPR conference with a personal experience: Join a 3 day psilocybin retreat afterwards.

We provide exactly the kind of setting in which the non-clinical, experiential side can truly be lived, in connection with nature, ritual and art.

What is ICPR 2026?

ICPR stands for the Interdisciplinary Conference on Psychedelic Research, organized by the OPEN Foundation in the Netherlands. It is a leading conference that connects scientific research, therapy and societal debate on psychedelics. The conference is held every 2 years and the next edition will take place in June 2026 in the Netherlands.

The role of the Earth Awareness retreat centre

Since 2008 we have been active as one of the pioneers in psychedelic retreats. Our mission: to create a safe and artistic environment where people can experience psychedelics with care and integrity. Many thousands of people from all over the globe have been visiting our psychedelic retreats in the past 18 years. We are experts in the field work, our practical experience level is many times higher than in most places elsewhere.

Next to the high level of experience, we also stand out in creating the most inspirational setting. As we all know the setting of a psychedelic experience is 1 of the most important things in a psychedelic experience, next to the set (how do you feel and intention are equally important). The surroundings of the retreat centre, with in the centre the Nature Temple, are from a complete order than every everage retreat centre you've visited. The stunning beauty of the Nature Temple takes you immediatelly into the other realms. The open fire, the nature and the many art details are breathtaking. Combine this with our live music and very experienced and warmhearted team and suddenly you have all the ingredients to have a beneficial psychedelic experience.

You can check this video to learn more about the retreats we offer and see the Nature Temple with your own eyes.

Experiential complement to science

ICPR focuses on research, therapy and policy, but we complement that with ritual, art, connection to nature and integration. This helps to bridge the gap between science and personal transformation. ICPR provides so much intelectual inspiration and knowledge. The work that's been done there is of great value to the whole community.

Collaboration & opportunities around ICPR 2026

We envision collaborations for visitors of the ICPR such as visiting a retreat in the Nature Temple before or after the conference, joint projects with therapists or researchers to combine our forces.

For participants of the ICPR we can add an extra value to this conference trip to the Netherlands: Participants can find rest, nature and space for integration within the nurturing environment of the retreat centre.

3 Day Psilocybin Truffle Retreat in the Nature Temple

June 12/14 2026 we organize a 3 day Psilocybin Truffle Retreat in the Nature Temple. This gives you the ultimate opportunity to explore higher consciousness in a save and inspirational environment. It is a chance to let the knowledge gained at ICPR settle into personal experience, ritual and connection with others.

The 3 Day Retreat will be filled with workshops to prepare for the experience, healthy food (as much as possible from our own garden), a live music psilocybin truffle ceremony and a debriefing afterwards. Preparation guidelines and aftercare are included if required.

Intake form June 12/14 2026

ICPR provides knowledge; we offer the space to let that knowledge land in personal experience.

The future of psychedelic research and retreats

We expect scientific interest to continue growing, but emphasize that ritual, art and nature remain crucial. Together with ICPR our centre can contribute to a future where psychedelics are embedded both scientifically and humanly.

Discover our retreats

Visit our website and explore how our retreats align with the themes of ICPR 2026. Together we can build a field that is both scientifically solid and deeply human.

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