Ton Leeuwrik

My name is Ton. I live in the Groot Schermer, in the middle of an open landscape, and spend a lot of time in the Drents-Friese Wold. Nature is part of my life. That is also what draws me to the Ziltepad. The quiet of walking. The space to stop and stand still. The rhythm of day after day on the move.

The churches along the route give the path something extra. Ancient places where you step inside for a moment. Places where time stands still, just briefly.

I am not a seasoned long-distance walker, but I have walked before and I know what it can do to you. That is precisely what makes this journey interesting. On the road I like to keep things simple. My rucksack holds what I need: a few snacks, coffee bags, a power bank and a rose quartz heart that connects me to home.

In this journal I write down what comes my way. Thoughts, encounters and moments of silence. Curious to see what it brings me.