LSD

No, LSD is illegal in the Netherlands. It is listed on list I of the Opium Act, making both possession, trafficking and production illegal. This means you cannot legally buy or possess LSD.

However, there are two legal options To still work with an LSD experience within the safe guidance of Triptherapie:

1. Using a legal LSD analogue
   There are analogues of LSD (such as 1cP-LSD or 1V-LSD) that are converted into active LSD in the body. These substances have almost the same effect and are not (yet) covered by the Opium Act, so they can be used legally in sessions.

2. Harm reduction at home
   If a person possesses their own LSD, it can be brought to a guided session in limited quantities. Triptherapie does not provide illegal substances itself, but only offers professional guidance and harm reduction to make the experience safe and responsible.

The amount of people opting for LSD (analogue) sessions at Triptherapie is not so high compared to psilocybin (truffles). This is due to the image of truffles, the duration of the effect and the studies pointing to the effectiveness of psilocybin. All this while LSD has a similar experience to psilocybin, but longer and more synthetic.

Yet LSD offers unique benefits. Whereas a truffle session often lasts four to six hours, an LSD experience can last eight to 12 hours, allowing more time for deeper layers of self-exploration and spiritual experience. In addition, LSD is perceived by some participants as clearer and more structured, while truffles actually evoke a more organic and natural feeling. Both drugs have their own qualities, but in essence they lead to similar insights, emotional processing and a heightened sense of connection.

The choice between truffles and LSD often comes down to personal preference, practical considerations such as session duration, and the confidence people have in the scientific evidence. Psilocybin currently enjoys a lot of attention in clinical research and in the media, which explains why truffle sessions are more popular. LSD, however, deserves the same recognition as a valuable tool for therapy and personal growth, and can be an excellent choice precisely for people looking for a longer, more structured experience.

LSD is often seen as one of the most powerful psychedelics, but whether it is also the "strongest" depends on how you measure strength. A standard dose of LSD (about 100 micrograms) can evoke a very intense experience lasting eight to 12 hours. The active amount is extremely small: LSD is active in micrograms, while most other drugs require milligrams or even grams. In this sense, LSD is therefore one of the strongest substances in existence.

It is possible to combine LSD with other psychedelics, but this requires additional caution. Each combination intensifies and prolongs the effects, making the experience more intense and less predictable. Within the context of Triptherapie, our main focus is on safety and harm reduction, which is why we usually recommend working with one drug at a time. Nevertheless, there are known combinations that occur in practice:

LSD + truffles

The combination of LSD and truffles or magic mushrooms can lead to an extremely profound experience. Both drugs act on the serotonin system, greatly increasing the intensity. For most people, this is too heavy and difficult to control. Only very experienced travellers sometimes consciously choose this mix.

LSD + MDMA:

This combination is popular because LSD provides visual and spiritual depth, while MDMA enhances feelings of love, empathy and connection. While this is sometimes perceived as positive, it also increases the risk of nervous system overload and dehydration. Guidance and dosage knowledge are crucial here.

ls you are going on a trip with a macro dose for the first time, LSD may not be the best choice. This is mainly due to the long duration and the intensity of this drug. An LSD experience typically lasts eight to 12 hours, which means that as a beginner, you not only learn about the power of psychedelics, but also go through a very long and intense journey right away. This can be exhausting and sometimes overwhelming, especially if you don't yet know how you react to psychedelics.

Many beginners therefore first choose psilocybin truffles. Its effect is shorter, usually four to six hours, making it more accessible as a first introduction. Truffles also have a friendlier image and are backed by a lot of scientific research on their therapeutic effectiveness. This gives many people more confidence to start using them.

LSD can be a valuable choice, though, for those who have already had experience with truffles or other psychedelics and are looking for a longer, more structured journey. The experience is often described as clear, profound and suitable for extensive self-examination.

To sum up: for beginners psilocybin usually a better first step, while LSD becomes particularly interesting for people who already have some experience and consciously choose the longer and more intense nature of this drug.