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Vlierbeek Abbey

Vlierbeek Abbey

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Vlierbeek Abbey

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4.9

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Cycling

4.9

(50)

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4.7

(15)

Gravel riding

5.0

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Nordic walking

5.0

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Location: Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium

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VISITFLANDERS

June 4, 2024

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The Vlierbeek Abbey in the green part of Kessel-Lo is a dream stopover for hikers. By the way, we are not far from the end of our walk: the Flemish art city of Leuven. Benedictine monks lived and worked in this abbey for seven centuries until the French Revolution. The gardens, monumental church and remarkable monastery buildings still exude a special atmosphere. 'Hospitality' was one of the tasks of the abbey, and you can still enjoy it on the cozy terrace of the inn.

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Els

February 6, 2021

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The abbey was founded in 1127 by the Benedictines of Affligem. In 1572 the buildings were burned down by the troops of the Prince of Orange. Return to the abbey …

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Viviane

May 1, 2023

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Definitely worth a visit to view

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1. Vlierbeek Walk

10.4km

02:48

120m

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

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2. Small pond – Kessel-Lo Provincial Domain loop from Leuven

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05:05

190m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Leuven from Kesselberg – Kessel-Lo Provincial Domain loop from Holsbeek

22.6km

06:02

240m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 30 m

Weather

Friday 13 March

7°C

2°C

77 %

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Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

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Location: Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium

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Vlierbeek Abbey

1. Vlierbeek Walk

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