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Beguinage in Turnhout

Beguinage in Turnhout

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Beguinage in Turnhout

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Location: Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium

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1. Discovery tour in Turnhout

11.5km

02:54

20m

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2. Wetlands – Bels Lijntje Lookout Tower loop from Turnhout

18.6km

04:42

30m

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3. Beguinage in Turnhout – Dessel-Turnhout-Schoten Canal loop from Blijkhoef

9.65km

02:27

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Chris

September 9, 2022

lourdes cave Beguinage oasis of peace in the city

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Viviane

April 23, 2023

No precise date of foundation is known for the Beguinage of Turnhout, but it was probably founded in the 13th century.

The early classical gatehouse and the elongated tree-lined square characterize this beguinage. There is a well-preserved Baroque church, infirmary and houses from the 16th and 17th centuries.

The last Beguine, Grand Miss Anna De Boer, died in 2002.

There is a museum where you can learn more about Beguine culture. In 2022 it was announced that the gatehouse would be renovated.[1]

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Katrien

December 23, 2023

The beguinage was first mentioned in 1340, but is probably several decades older.
This square beguinage originated on the former grounds of the castle.
In the 18th century there were about 350 Beguines, but afterwards their number gradually decreased.
The last Beguine, the Dutch Joanna de Boer, died in 2002.
But the splendor of the beguinage still remains.
UNESCO world heritage.

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Beguinage in Turnhout

1. Discovery tour in Turnhout

2. Wetlands – Bels Lijntje Lookout Tower loop from Turnhout

3. Beguinage in Turnhout – Dessel-Turnhout-Schoten Canal loop from Blijkhoef

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