Fleur Jongepier is a Dutch philosopher, writer, and artist whose life and work are deeply intertwined with her love for the mountains. In her book Berghonger (published by De Bezige Bij), she explores the irresistible pull of the peaks—how the raw intensity of mountain life can reshape not only the body but also the soul. With humor and vulnerability, she reflects on questions of ambition, self-worth, loneliness, and joy, showing how the mountains strip us down to what is essential and invite us to confront our innermost thoughts and desires.

Whether she is climbing in the Italian Alps, working in Utrecht, or reflecting on climate emotions and mental health, Fleur approaches her work with openness and authenticity. She is always keen on meaningful collaborations—as a writer, photographer, speaker, or discussion leader—and brings to each project a rare combination of intellectual rigor and creative imagination. For her, the mountains are not only a place of physical challenge but also a space for thinking, feeling, and imagining differently.

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