Wild Edible & Medicinal Plants Course in Belgium
A 6-day Wild food & Herbalism Course around Brussels
Wild Edible & Medicinal Plants of Belgium
Have you ever walked through a forest and wondered what nature was quietly offering you? Just beyond Brussels lies a landscape rich with wild plants that have nourished and healed people for centuries. Across six expertly guided field excursions, you will learn to confidently identify, harvest, and use the wild edible and medicinal plants that grow right at your doorstep. Whether you are foraging for flavour or exploring the healing traditions of herbalism, each session brings you closer to a knowledge that feels both ancient and urgently relevant. A comprehensive field handbook accompanies the course, giving you a trusted reference long after the final session. No prior knowledge required — only curiosity, good walking shoes, and a willingness to taste. This is more than a course; it is the beginning of a lifelong relationship with the wild.
What will you learn during this course?
Learn how to safely identify Wild edible and medicinal plants.
Learn the principles of ethical foraging and how to harvest safely and respectfully from nature. We explore the history of foraging, plant families, and the active compounds that give plants their healing and nutritional properties.
Learn ancient old and modern recipes with wild plants.
During each course day, we will cook together, enjoy homemade wild food, or explore seasonal tastings inspired by nature. You will learn how to easily create your own meals from wild ingredients, as well as how to harvest, dry, and preserve herbs for use throughout the year.
Meet likeminded people and discover a new world together.
During our courses, participants often form lifelong friendships. Over the past 10 years at Forest To Plate, every group has continued to stay connected long after the training ended, creating a warm and inspiring community of wild food and herbal medicine enthusiasts.
“One of the most beautiful aspects of this knowledge is that it can be applied throughout Europe and across temperate regions around the world.”
— Ben Brumagne, Forest To Plate founder and wild food expert
Who are we?
At Forest To Plate, we are grateful that our paths have crossed. For more than a decade, we have been sharing knowledge about wild plants, herbs, mushrooms, and natural living with thousands of people, guiding them step by step back to a deeper connection with nature.
We organize a wide variety of courses, workshops, and adventures focused on herbalism, wild food, mushrooms, and culinary experiences. From foraging trips in the Alps to canoe and wild food journeys in Sweden, we invite you to explore nature in immersive and unforgettable ways.
We are a passionate team of wild food enthusiasts whose mission is to help you rediscover the beauty that surrounds us and reconnect with skills and traditions that were once part of everyday life.
What other people said about our courses
“Thanks to the year-long program, I have built up enough knowledge and confidence to start working with wild edible plants on my own.”
— Natalie (year course 2023) “What an incredible experience! I learned so much! Thank you for the passion, knowledge, and inspiration you kept sharing every time!”
— Lien (year course 2025)“Top, in every respect. The feeling that quality comes first is a nice feeling..”
— Guido (year course 2022)How much does the course cost?
€750
This includes
6 classes spread out over 6 different days
every class= lunch/workshops/tasting
Included in the course: the ‘the foragers book’
Local experts with years of experience will guide you
Overall a life changing experience
Where does the course take place?
The course will take place in and around Brussels. As we have carefully designed this course for english natives and expat community, we always make sure our locations are easily accessible by public transport. Once the course begins, we create a WhatsApp group so participants can connect and travel together.
Locations include the Sonian Forest, Meise, and Dilbeek.
We want to show you the beauty in and around Brussels.
When does the course take place?
Dates will come online soon for 2027!
Join our waiting list below!
This course takes place on fridays from 10 AM to 3 PM
Want to stay updated? Join our waiting list.
Subscribe now!
