Welcome

The Foundation for Restoring European Ecosystems, FREE Nature, works on the development of natural areas, allowing nature to stand on its own feet. Natural processes are reactivated, shaping wild nature.

We’re letting large herbivores such as horses, bison, deer, rewilded bovines and flourish as part of these natural ecosystems. People are welcomed to enjoy this natural wealth freely.  Our animals graze in more than 30 nature reserves throughout the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany.

Together with our clients and partners, FREE Nature handles the entire developmental process: from creating long term visions, setting up management plans and practical herd management. Engaging local communities within these projects, is our second nature.