24-hour IMMERSION
Wed 26 Aug
|Private estate (with woods and lake)
Progressive sensory immersion experience led by two forest bath guides: Donatienne de Borman and Valérie Dulière. This adventure will include, among other things, forest bathing activities, a night in the forest, moments of sharing.
Heure et lieu
26 Aug 2026, 14:00 – 27 Aug 2026, 14:00
Private estate (with woods and lake), 2370 Arendonk, Belgium
À propos de l'événement
Escape the daily grind and reconnect with what truly matters through forest bathing—a unique sensory experience where slow walking and mindful observation of nature soothe the mind. Let yourself be guided by the sounds, scents, and colors of the forest to fully embrace the present moment, far from the noise of cities and screens.
Rediscover a deep sense of well-being: your stress melts away, your immune system is strengthened by the essences of the trees, and your mood naturally brightens. Enjoy improved concentration, restful sleep, and renewed serenity for revitalized overall health. Join us for this transformative experience and treat yourself to a welcome break in nature.
We’ll spend a night in the forest—on a mattress, in a hammock, or in a tent (in case of bad weather, there’s the option to sleep in a heated, permanent shelter).
Location: in the Arendonk area, near Turnhout
Schedule: from Wednesday, August 26 at 2:00 p.m. to Thursday, August 27 at 2:00 p.m.
Required gear:
- sleeping bag, sleeping pad, weather-appropriate clothing, and optionally a hammock or tent
- contribution to a potluck dinner (cold dishes)
Fee: 155 euros – please pay a deposit of 70 euros to Calendula ASBL BE33 5230 8119 5846 (Triodos), noting your name in the payment description. Reduced rates are available for those on a tight budget.
Your guides:
Valérie Dulière and Donatienne de Borman, both trained physicists, met while guiding at the Tervuren Arboretum. They are united by their passion for this practice and their desire to share the benefits of the forest with others. In this way, they sow the seeds of peace. Together, they lead and offer you this 24-hour immersion in the forest in a gentle, safe, and welcoming setting.
Donatienne is a grandmother, a prison chaplain, and a forest bathing guide since 2020. She contributes to the Cîmes et Racines collective, which is establishing a new center for inner transformation at the Clerlande monastery. She loves sharing what inspires her, brings her peace, and recharges her. Witnessing the life within each person fills her with joy. www.calendulaplus.be (0479/981.089)
Valérie is the mother of two teenagers. She has a natural aptitude for scientific research and is passionate about forest bathing and relaxation techniques. She is currently completing her training as a facilitator and counseling consultant at the Ecoute ton Corps school. She enjoys fostering connections between people and nature so that everyone can find their place in it. www.sharingyoku.com (0485/300.403)