Every other Friday we walk together through the Ryckevelde forest — quietly, attentively, without agenda.
The walks are open to everyone. There is nothing to know or prepare. Just coming is enough.
Send a short message before you come — so I know to expect you.
Every other Friday — half an hour before sunset
Vossenberg car park, Ryckevelde, Sijsele
A small group, in silence. The first time is free and without obligation.
Upcoming walks
Fri 17 July — 21:00
Fri 31 July — 21:00
Fri 28 August — 20:00
Fri 25 September — 19:00
Fri 9 October — 18:30
Fri 6 November — 17:00
Fri 20 November — 16:30
Fri 4 December — 16:00
Fri 18 December — 16:00
Parking Vossenberg — Ryckevelde, Sijsele
A short message is all it takes — then I will be expecting you.
What can you expect?
There is nothing to prepare and nothing you need to be able to do. Here is a short description of how a walk unfolds, so you know what to expect.
Arrival. We meet at the Vossenberg car park. Send a short message beforehand — then I will look out for you, and you won't have to find anyone. Feel free to arrive a few minutes early.
The walk. We set off together on foot, a quiet loop through the Ryckevelde forest. The pace is slow and the distance short — about an hour on flat forest paths. It is not a physical effort or a performance; coming along at your own pace is enough.
Silence, no instruction. This is not a guided meditation. I say a few words at the start, after which we walk mostly in silence. You don't have to do, achieve, or feel anything — simply being present is enough.
Afterwards. There is room for a few words, or you simply head home again. Nothing is required, there is no debrief you have to take part in, and there is no expectation that you return.
The first time is free and without obligation.
Frequently asked questions
What is meditative walking?
Walking slowly, quietly and mindfully in nature. No guided meditation, no technique, no instructions — just walking together, paying attention to your steps, your breath and your surroundings.
Do I need experience with meditation?
No. There is nothing to know or prepare for. Everyone is welcome, with or without a background in meditation or mindfulness.
What should I bring or wear?
Sturdy walking shoes and clothing suitable for the weather. In Flanders, that usually means rainwear or a waterproof jacket. Nothing else is needed.
How many of us are there usually?
This is a new initiative. At the moment we often walk with fewer than three. Small and intimate, with room for whoever joins.
Do we always walk in silence?
The walks are mostly silent. There is room for a brief word along the way or afterwards, but the emphasis is on silence and attention.
What if it rains heavily?
In light rain we walk on. For heavy rain an indoor alternative is being arranged. Send a message if the weather looks doubtful.
Is this a religious or spiritual group?
This is not a religious movement or a sectarian approach. We are open to your worldview — believing, non-believing, searching or simply curious.
May I bring my dog?
Pets are best left at home. The silence and the pace are not always easy for animals, and it can be disturbing for other participants.
Can I come if I don't live in Bruges?
Of course. The Vossenberg car park is in Sijsele, close to Bruges, and is easy to reach from all of West Flanders and the Ghent area. Welcome.