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Aarschot Beguinage

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    Location: Aarschot, Leuven, Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium

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    September 1, 2020

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    The beguinage of Aarschot was founded in 1251. In the 15th and 16th centuries, the beguinage was severely affected by military occupations and wars. In 1543 the beguinage was almost …
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    January 6, 2022

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    In the shadow of the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk is the
    beguinage, founded in the 13th century. After a turbulent past of
    destruction and disease, it was rebuilt in 1610. In 1763
    the renovated building was completed. In 1863 the Statiestraat was
    constructed, this cuts the beguinage in the middle. During World War II, only 's Hertogenmolens and a row of houses were spared
    stayed. The other houses were rebuilt after the war
    to original model. The restored houses serve as
    service flats for seniors
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    December 5, 2022

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    Begijnhof, founded in 1259 by Hendrik III, destroyed by fire in 1543, rebuilt in 1635, reclaimed in 1797, largely destroyed in 1944, remaining houses restored in 1998.
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    1. Demer – Rivers Bridge Over the Demer loop from Aarschot

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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