About us
Rewilding together: Our purpose & people
Wilder Places is a marketplace for rewilding and nature-positive tourism. We are founded and owned by Rewilding Europe. Our platform connects you with Europe's rewilding landscapes and the resurgent nature and local communities within them. We offer unique and meaningful nature-based experiences, while working to make Europe a wilder place.
Our commitment
WilderPlaces.com makes Europe a wilder place by enabling rewilding tourism. We connect tourists, travellers, and locals with wilder nature, returning wildlife, and tourism entrepreneurs in Europe’s breathtaking rewilding landscapes.
"Whether you're looking for a multi-day adventure, wildlife trekking, rewilding accommodation, expert guiding, or simply the peace of wild nature, we enable you to discover the joy and profound impact of rewilding."
(Bart Schutz - Tourism Manager)
We’re passionate about fostering connections between people and nature and believe tourism has a vital role to play in making Europe wilder.
Rewilding tourism is booming
Rewilding and nature recovery can deliver both natural and economic benefits across Europe. Responsible tourism - such as eco-tourism and nature-positive tourism - is booming. Interest in nature-based experiences continues to grow rapidly. While eco-tourism and responsible tourism focus on minimising harm to nature, rewilding tourism goes a step further—positively contributing to nature’s recovery.
By going beyond nature & eco-tourism and choosing rewilding tourism, travellers don’t just experience wild nature; they play a role in restoring it, supporting thriving natural landscapes and resilient local economies.
Unforgettable wildlife and landscapes await
Europe offers diverse wildlife experiences, from large mammals such as bears, wolves, and European bison, to iconic birds such as vultures, eagles, owls, and pelicans. The greatest allure lies in species with striking features—teeth, horns, antlers, hooked beaks, or sharp claws. Today, more and more people are inspired by close encounters with Europe's array of wonderful wildlife species.
Professionally guided tours, hides, and accommodations for wildlife trekking and photography are multiplying, making it easier than ever to explore Europe’s wilder side.
Towards a wilder future
Globally, wildlife tourism drives regional and even national economies. In Europe, as wildlife returns, similar opportunities are emerging. While hunting pressures once made wildlife scarce and shy, rewilding and wildlife comeback are now opening the door to nature-based economies. Rewilding and nature recovery can deliver both natural and economic benefits across Europe.
A wilder Europe isn’t just healthier and more sustainable—it’s a pathway to greater prosperity.
Meet the team
We are a dedicated team from Rewilding Europe, united by a shared passion for responsible travel and rewilding tourism. Join us in experiencing Europe’s rewilded landscapes and wildlife and support the rewilding movement through meaningful travel. Let’s explore, restore, rewild, and make Europe a wilder place together.
Bart Schutz
Tourism Manager
Bart spearheads the development of rewilding tourism across Europe, leading WilderPlaces.com to connect travellers with nature’s wildest landscapes. He oversees everything from branding to seamless booking experiences, and builds strong partnerships with local entrepreneurs to create unforgettable, nature-driven travel adventures.
Victor van dooren
Enterprise Officer
Victor collaborates with local communities and entrepreneurs to strengthen their tourism businesses, expand networks, and elevate their presence at both national and international levels.
Through strategic support, he helps rewilding-aligned enterprises thrive and contribute to a wilder, more sustainable future.
Rocio Belén Llamas
Tourism Network Coordinator
Rocio supports local entrepreneurs and tour operators, ensuring they navigate our marketplace with ease. She enhances every interaction—making bookings seamless, tours enriching, and stays deeply inspiring—so that every traveller experiences the true impact of rewilding tourism.