Lantern Walk & Fireside Folk Tales in Evening Forest

Freya J.

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English | Dutch | 2 hours

As daylight fades, the forest reveals a softer, more mysterious self—shadows stretch longer, sounds grow sharper, and old stories begin to stir. I’m Freya, a guide rooted in Dutch woods and traditions, and on this evening experience near Amersfoort, we’ll walk by lantern light, sip wild herb tea, and share folk tales under the trees.

We’ll begin just before sunset and follow a short woodland trail while twilight deepens. Each guest carries a small lantern to light the path, creating a gentle, flickering glow that sets the tone for quiet reflection and imagination. Along the way, I’ll invite us to pause—at mossy clearings, under old willow trees, beside creaking pines—and I’ll share folk tales passed down through Dutch countryside traditions.

You’ll hear stories of moss witches that hide in the wetlands, shape-shifting animals that guide lost wanderers, and trees that were once believed to whisper with the seasons. These aren’t scary tales—they’re earthy, strange, and filled with quiet wonder. I choose the stories to reflect the time of year and the energy of the evening.

Our walk ends in a forest clearing or a rustic shelter, where I’ll prepare warm nettle or mint tea, and offer a small seasonal treat—like spiced biscuits or a slice of elderberry bread I baked that morning. We’ll gather in a loose circle, sipping slowly, with space for questions, conversation, or simply listening to the wind in the branches.

This is a magical experience for those who love nature’s quieter side and the power of old stories told in the places where they were born.

Schedule:

Lantern-Lit Forest Trail
Walk a gentle loop trail as night falls, pausing for stories and sounds in the deepening dusk.
Duration: 1.5 hours

Fireside Storytelling & Wild Tea
Gather at a forest clearing to share warm herbal drinks and hear Dutch folk tales under the stars.
Duration: 1 hour