The Druids'Path Tintigny

GPS Coordinates: 49°40'27.0"N 5°30'44.0"E. To embark on the Druids' Path, you may park at the Tintigny cemetery car park (Rue des Minières, B-6730 Tintigny). Downloadable route on Cirkwi. Follow the sign to the starting point. Distance: 2.5 km. Free. Difficulty: easy. Not accessible for strollers. Dogs on a leash are allowed.

Let yourself be amazed by the fascinating world of druids on this playful learning path. Learn to brew your own potion, craft a magic wand, and embark on a quest for extraordinary stones. Discover the deep connections that unite druids with nature while exploring the history of the Tintigny community. This journey invites both young and old to have fun while rediscovering the stories and mysteries of this ancient knowledge. At the end, if you prove to be among the best apprentices, you will earn the privilege of wearing the majestic crown of the druids, a symbol of your immersion in this enchanted realm.

1. The oak of the apprentice druids. 2. The extraordinary stones. 3. The magic wand. 4. The miniature celtic village. 5. The miraculous potion. 6. The druids’ sanctuary. 7. The druids’ crown.

The oak of the apprentice druids

Placing your hands on the triskelion imbues initiates with strength and courage, guided by the wisdom of the ancient druids.

Artwork by PEA

The extraordinary stones

Green, blue, red, purple, and pink, these power stones vibrate with a strange energy, bursting with beneficial forces... Can you recognize them?

Artwork by Adèle Reuter and Alice Bertizzolo

The magic wand

Which branch will you choose? Look to the ground and follow your intuition... The powers of a tree's essence manifest as soon as it is recognized, named, and awakened by magical whispers. Thus, a mysterious connection is established, allowing you to connect with the surrounding trees and animals.

The miniature celtic village

Each tree is an echo of the past. Every twig, every leaf, every blade of grass collected tells a story. Gather these treasures of nature and shape them to bring to life a hamlet, where the memories of ancient Celtic villagers will resonate.

The miraculous potion

The plants with ancient virtues are carefully gathered, their properties blending in the cauldron. A wand twirls, and a healing wish rises, infusing the elixir with its finest qualities.

Artwork by Adèle Reuter and Alice Bertizzolo, and Pépinière la Gaume. Illustrations by Louise Charlier

The druids’ sanctuary

In this sacred wood, the stones reveal the heritage of Tintigny's ancestors. They whisper and share their knowledge while guiding your steps through this journey through time.

Artwork by PEA (metal orientation table) and Adèle Reuter

The druids’ crown

The crown is adorned with leaves and flowers. He or she who sits upon this throne is enveloped by the triumphant spirit of the forest. A moment captured in a photograph marks the end of this learning journey. Congratulations to the new druids! Nature invites you to preserve the secrets and enchantments you have discovered.

Artwork by PEA (metal crown) and Adèle Reuter

Initiators: B. Destrée and B. Piedboeuf - Municipality of Tintigny and N. Ancion - Gaume Natural Park. Concept and implementation of the trail: A. Reuter and A. Bertizzolo - Les Cheminements ASBL/www.cheminements.eu. Artistic creations: PEA, and A. Reuter, A. and D. Bertizzolo - Les Cheminements ASBL. Graphic design, illustrations, and communication: L. Charlier, V. Mohy, and A. de Coster - Visit Gaume. Translations: A. Reuter - Les Cheminements ASBL, and A. de Coster and L. Lecuivre - Visit Gaume. Stylistic and linguistic adaptation: IA_ChatGPT. Map: OpenStreetMap contributors. Photos: © A. Reuter, J. Winkin, and Adobe Stock. Sources : Recherches sur la nécropole à tombelles des "Aisances de Bellefontaine" by Fanny MARTIN, Fanny THIRION et Damien WATTEYNE. Les premiers rites funéraires dans la Province de Luxembourg by the "Centre de Recherches archéologiques en Ardenne ASBL", Le monde des Celtes by the Celtic Museum, Les Celtes et les Druides by Richard BESSIÈRE, Comment devenir druide aujourd'hui ? by Viviane LE MOULLEC.