The campfire stories retreat –
Friday 12 - Sunday 14 September, 2025!
Time in nature. amazing food. Immersive workshops. Inspiring talks. Memories made by the campfire.
Set in the Dutch countryside, Campfire Stories welcomes people to share in a long weekend full of inspiration, ideas, nature, craft and outdoor fun. It has been mindfully designed to be an intimate and immersive experience, with only 100 tickets available and an exciting line-up of storytellers, Changemakers, creative doers and thinkers who will share their stories and skills. It’s an opportunity to press pause on our busy lives, reconnect with ourselves, connect with likeminded people and nature and enjoy the good things in life.
Come join us, September 12 - 14, 2025 at Camping Dijk & Meer in Andijk, The Netherlands
A ticket includes:
All meals cooked on open fire
Drinks during the meals, coffee, tea, water, and wine during dinner
All workshops & talks
A camping spot for your tent or camper
Excluding:
If you want a more luxurious place to sleep you can book one of the accomodations on Camping Dijk & Meer. Please send an e-mail to info@campingdijkenmeer.nl to check availability.
Extra snacks and drinks in the bar and shop items.
Early Bird tickets costs € 550
Regular tickets costs € 625
Talks & Workshops
Talks and workshops run throughout each day. Our inspiring storytellers and workshoppers will challenge you to think in new ways, support you in learning new skills and comfort you in stepping outside your comfort zone. We ask our storytellers to give talks they’ve never done before and open up in an intimate setting – with no slides, no movies. Expect to hear stories from the heart and tales of passion, resilience and compassion. Our workshops are run by talented and passionate people who are keen to share their skills. Expect workshops on spoon carving, botanical foraging, fire starting, ice bathing, storytelling, veggie fermenting, conscious living, happiness, adventuring, sustainable design, morning yoga, stargazing and more.
Time in Nature
In nature, we come alive. Our senses heighten, our gaze widens, our breath deepens as fresh air fills our lungs. We slow down and find calm in the outdoors. Our busy minds quieten, and we make space for curiosity and creativity – many great ideas are born from time spent in nature. We believe that if you are connected to nature, you will make choices that are healthier for you and the planet. You will spend the whole weekend outdoors or under canvas, most likely near one of the many fires that will continue to burn for the duration of your time with us.
the most amazing Food
All meals are prepared over fire. All our food and drink has a story. Food is an extremely important part of Campfire Stories and is expertly prepared by our outdoor chefs. Most meals will be vegetarian, centred around the fresh and organic vegetables grown by local producers. Most of our ingredients are Dutch in an effort to reduce our footprint and we have a zero waste policy. We work with companies with great values. The wines are carefully selected by our wine expert Vivian and all have a great story and winemaker behind them.
Memories Made by the Campfire
Throughout our history, fire has been elemental to humans. We cook over it, stay warm by it, and tell stories around it. Yet we often forget this. Not at Campfire Stories though. Here, the fires are always burning and are an essential part of the weekend. As well as preparing all our meals over them, the campfires are a natural meeting place for new friends, where we can share stories, drinks and experiences. And no matter the weather, you will always find a dry and warm spot with a burning campfire. With only a limited number of attendees, Campfire Stories offers an intimate setting. You can choose to be as involved as you like, but don’t be surprised if you leave with a number of new friends. People bond over shared experience and the glowing light of the campfire.
Where & When
Friday, September 12th from 11:00 hrs – Sunday, September 14th until 16:00 hrs.
Camping Dijk & Meer, Proefpolder 4, 1619EH Andijk, The Netherlands
What’s included
All workshops, talks, activities & meals and your camping spot are included in your ticket price. All you have to do is turn up – we will take care of the rest.
The Location
Campfire Stories Retreat is held at Camping Dijk & Meer, a beautiful Green campings in the Proefpolder which is the first piece of re-aclaimed land in the Netherlands. A place where the impossible became reality, turning water into land.
What to Expect
Workshops and talks run throughout the weekend. You choose which to attend. The program will begin bright and early and will continue into the evening, with breaks for meals. Remember, there are only 100 tickets available – the event is designed to be intimate and friendly, and many people opt to come solo.
Friday: Pitch your tent, workshops, lunch, workshops and talks, dinner, a campfire talk and drinks.
Saturday: Morning workshops, breakfast, workshops and talks, lunch, workshops and talks, dinner, a campfire talk, live music and drinks.
Sunday: Full morning program. We will close around 15:00 hrs. There will be plenty of time to pack up your things and say goodbyes after lunch and the program finishes.
The main language spoken is English due to the international guests and speakers.
Camping & Glamping
There’s enough space for each ticket holder to pitch a two-person tent, or if you’d prefer to bring your camper, caravan or a large tent let us know. Shower and toilet buildings are available on-site
If you’d prefer a little luxury there is limited availability for glamping tents and accomodations at Camping Dijk & Meer. Once you have booked your ticket you can send an e-mail to info@campingdijkenmeer.nl to check availability.
What to Bring
Bring all your usual camping gear – you can find a packing list here. And of course, you can bring your camper if you’d rather not pitch a tent. Email us to let us know so we can save you a spot.
Please leave your kids at home – minimum age is 21. You may bring dogs (if they are well-behaved and can stay on a leash). Also leave behind generators, sound systems and large trolleys.
Remember, there will always be crew members around to assist you should you need assistance with anything.
Getting there
Public Transport: Take the train to Grootebroek-Bovenkarspel. From here you can rent an OV fiets to cycle in 20 minutes to the campground. We will also be arranging a pick up and drop off from the station. This ride will appear in the Carpool link so please list yourself on the waiting list if you would like to join this ride.
Car: Camping Dijk & Meer is easiest to reach by car. There will be free parking available onsite. For those who want to car share, please add your car or look for a ride here.
Further info
Car parking is available a short walk away from the campground. You can drop off you gear before parking your car on the parking.
There are some Power sockets available. There is no wifi, which makes the weekend a perfect opportunity for a digital detox. If you need your equipment or phone for emergencies, we recommend bringing a battery pack.
Drinking water will be available at all times.