About Secrets of Europe
Exploring the continent’s stories, one immersive experience at a time
Exploring the continent’s stories, one immersive experience at a time
Secrets of Europe is a not‑for‑profit learning collective based in Brussels that turns
the rich tapestry of European history, culture and innovation into interactive journeys.
Whether you have a week, a fortnight or a single long weekend, we design hands‑on
programmes that let you see, taste, debate and create alongside local
experts and fellow explorers.
the rich tapestry of European history, culture and innovation into interactive journeys.
Whether you have a week, a fortnight or a single long weekend, we design hands‑on
programmes that let you see, taste, debate and create alongside local
experts and fellow explorers.
Our learning philosophy
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We believe in…
Experiential discovery Intercultural dialogue Practical take‑aways |
Which means you will…
Touch manuscripts in monastery libraries, cook regional dishes with chefs, simulate EU negotiations in real committee rooms. Travel in small, diverse groups (eg 12 participants for our Summer School) where every voice shapes the discussion. Leave each trip with new skills— from agile teamwork to ethnographic note‑taking— that transfer to study & civic life. |
Three ways to journey with us
Summer school Europe in a nutshell
Two intense weeks of seminars, company visits and cultural deep‑dives that decode the EU’s institutions and its mosaic of societies. Perfect for students and young professionals
who want the big European picture plus future‑proof skills .
who want the big European picture plus future‑proof skills .
To the origin of Europe
Nine one‑week modules that use Crete—mythic birthplace of Zeus and cradle
of the Minoans— as a living classroom. Choose the lens that excites you most:
archaeology, philosophy, food heritage, Mediterranean ecosystems and more.
Attend one week or build a customised learning path across several.
of the Minoans— as a living classroom. Choose the lens that excites you most:
archaeology, philosophy, food heritage, Mediterranean ecosystems and more.
Attend one week or build a customised learning path across several.
Secrets of Europe discovery trips
From 2023 on Secrets of Europe is taking it's members and participants to different places in Europe beyond Brussels. Always looking out for surprising and unknown gems. Short discovery trips that hop between lesser‑known European hotspots: think industrial art nouveau in Łódź, fintech labs in Tallinn, or eco‑villages in the Basque Country. Each trip blends site visits with mini‑workshops led by local change‑makers.
Origins
Secrets of Europe is a travel organisation that has grown out of an unmet need expressed by a large number of
Expats that were member of the Meetup group Brussels' Secrets (that exists since 2015).
Expats that were member of the Meetup group Brussels' Secrets (that exists since 2015).
Varekai
Secrets of Europe is a brand of Varekai (NPO)
Founder
Carl Danneels
