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Come get your heart back.

This is not just another men’s retreat. That’s the last thing anybody needs. The reason most messages for men ultimately fail is simple: they ignore what is deep and true to a man’s soul and try to shape him up through pressure and performance.

Not this. This retreat is an honest, no-BS trek into the deep passions and desires of a man’s heart, the healing of the wounds he’s taken in this battle, the realm of fatherhood and sex and God and calling—life as it was meant to be lived.

Translation Note: Sessions will be presented live in English by John Eldredge with Dutch subtitles projected in real time. This event is designed specifically for Dutch-speaking men and will be fully accessible to both English and Dutch speakers.

Event Details

Date and Time: March 12–15, 2026

Location: De Kroeze Danne, Ambt Delden, The Netherlands
Kappelhofsweg 14, 7495 RN Ambt Delden

Check In: 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM, Thursday, 12 March

Conclusion: 12:00 PM, Sunday, 15 March

Cost: Tuition for this event covers all costs for accommodations, meals, teaching and event supplies. Linens are provided and include a pillow, sheet set, blanket, and towel. Tuition does not include transportation to and from the event.

Early registration - Hostel Ticket (€275.00)
(€325 after 30 November)
Hostel room with bunk beds and a shared hallway bathroom shared with multiple hostel rooms.

Early registration - Chalet Ticket (€375.00)
(€425 after 30 November)
Chalet rooms are in a chalet with 2 or 3 bedrooms, including a double bed and bunk beds with one shared bathroom.

Early registration - Ensuite Ticket (€425.00)
(€475 after 30 November)
Ensuite rooms have a double bed and bunk beds with an ensuite bathroom..

Optional Train Station Shuttle Service: We will be offering a shuttle from Hengelo Train Station. Additional information and ticket prices will be provided in January.

We ask that US residents wait to register for this event as we want to prioritize getting European men to the retreat. However, if you’re a US citizen, but currently living in Europe, we welcome you to register anytime. If space is available, it is possible we will open registration to US residents in January.

What to expect

For over two decades, Wild At Heart retreats featuring John and his team have taken place in remote locations around the world. These immersive experiences invite men to step away from the demands of daily life and rediscover who they are, what they are made for, and the deep love of God pursuing them.

Through live teaching, films, times of reflection, honest conversations, and shared adventures, you will encounter profound truths about the heart of God—and the heart he gave you as a man.

Those who come say it’s one of the greatest weekends of their entire lives.

Now it’s your turn. Join us in The Netherlands this March.

Who is this for?

This retreat is for men who hunger for more—more of God, more of His love, more transformation in their lives.

How registration works

📅 Registration is now open and will remain open until the event reaches capacity.

How to prepare

If you’re wondering how to get the most out of your retreat experience, start here:

• Pray the Daily Prayer.

• Read Wild at Heart by John Eldredge — This book forms the foundation of the retreat. Whether you’re reading it for the first time or revisiting it, it will help prepare your heart for what’s to come.

• Listen to the Wild At Heart Podcast — Hosted by John and the Wild at Heart team, this weekly podcast offers insight, encouragement, and a deeper dive into the themes we’ll explore together.

• Take time to ask God what He might want to speak to you during this retreat. Come with an open heart.

FAQs

What’s included in the retreat cost?

One all-inclusive ticket (see pricing above) covers your lodging at De Kroeze Danne, all meals, retreat materials, and access to every session with John Eldredge. Travel to and from the venue is not included.

Will the event be in Dutch or English?

John will teach live in English. Real-time Dutch subtitles will be projected during every session to make the retreat fully accessible to Dutch-speaking men.

Is there a wait list?

Yes. If the event reaches capacity, you’ll be added to the wait list and contacted if space opens.

Can I attend with a friend or small group?

Each person desiring to attend must register. If you would like to be housed with other attendees, you may create a unique group name and enter it when you register. The men you desire to be housed with must enter that same group name when they register. We can only accommodate your request if the men in your group have the same type of lodging (hostel, chalet, or ensuite).

What should I pack?

Additional packing information will be provided before the event, but plan to bring comfortable clothing, a watch, a journal, Bible, and anything you need to disconnect and be present.  A towel and bed linens are provided.