Hasselt, the capital of Limburg, has a rich history of spiritual and popular traditions. Located in a region where folklore and ancient beliefs have long endured, the city has been a place for passing down practices related to folk magic, medicinal plants, and rural superstitions. The witches and healers of Limburg, iconic figures of the region, have left their mark on its history through stories and legends passed down from generation to generation.

Although Hasselt did not give birth to internationally known esoteric figures, the city has nevertheless been influenced by occult traditions from the Netherlands and Germany due to its geographical location. Over the centuries, it has hosted circles of scholars fascinated by alchemy, natural magic, and protection rituals, rooted in the ancient practices of Limburg.

The Bokrijk, a vast historic estate located near Hasselt, preserves testimonies of ancient folklore, where popular beliefs, divination, and healing practices held a central place. The Beguinage of Hasselt, once a refuge for spiritually independent women, was also associated with discreet practices of meditation and rituals related to natural cycles. The surrounding region, with its forests and moorlands, has long been a favorable space for pagan rites and popular magic traditions.

As in many rural areas of Belgium, witchcraft and folk magic have left a mark on Hasselt. Ancient stories tell of "bewitching midwives" and healers using herbs and rituals to heal or protect homes. Although witch trials were fewer here than elsewhere, suspicion of these practices persisted until modern times, when they eventually blended into local folklore.