Heather and sunrays through the trees at Gasterse Duinen by KB Design & Photography (Karen Brouwer)

About "Heather and sunrays through the trees at Gasterse Duinen"

by KB Design & Photography (Karen Brouwer)

About the artwork

At the Gasterse Duinen, one of the most beautiful nature reserves in Drenthe, nature and light come together in a special way. This photo shows an idyllic path winding through the forest, flanked by flowering heather in warm shades of purple. As the morning mist slowly lifts, sunbeams fall filtered through the canopy of trees, creating an almost magical atmosphere. The gentle play of light and shadow gives depth and invites you to follow the path further, as if a new secret lurks behind every bend.

The Gasterse Duinen are known for their alternation of heathlands, sand dunes and wooded areas. This unique landscape has been shaped by centuries of interaction between man and nature. In summer and early autumn, the heather colours the area in a rich purple carpet, which, combined with the golden morning light, creates an enchanting spectacle.

This picture exudes peace, quiet and wonder. It is an image that recalls the power of nature to bring balance and serenity, while showing how light can transform a landscape into something almost fairytale-like.

Details
Location: Gasterse Duinen, Drenthe, Netherlands
Subject: Flowering heathland, forest, sunbeams
Season: Summer/autumn, heather flowering (August/September)

Gasterse Duinen, heath in bloom, Drenthe nature, sun rays through trees, heathland Drenthe, purple heathland Netherlands, nature reserve Drenthe, morning mist and sunlight, walking path heathland, serene landscapes

This image was taken in September 2025