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Herkenrode Abbey Site

Natural Monuments

Herkenrode Abbey Site

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Herkenrode Abbey Site

Recommended by 524 cyclists out of 530

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Vlaams Natuurreservaat Herkenrode

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Location: South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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1. Along the railway line – Herkenrode Abbey loop from Ten Hout

48.6km

02:53

140m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Herkenrode Abbey – Herkenrode Abbey loop from Zolder

33.9km

01:56

70m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of the Grote Platwijer Pond – Albert Canal Arch Bridge loop from Stokrooie

32.5km

01:55

60m

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Perrine

December 29, 2021

This abbey is over 800 years old. The historic buildings have been restored, and today it's a place to visit and relax. The surrounding nature reserve houses a botanical garden with over 500 different species. Discover it on a self-guided tour or with a guide!

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Johanna

March 22, 2018

Herkerode was once the most important women's abbey of the Cistercian order in the Netherlands and has an eventful past, whose roots go back to the year 1180. Since the 14th century, the abbey was a major pilgrimage site and made its name through the magnificent green and flourishing areas, especially herbs played a role. At the beginning of the 17th century, the monastery became a victim of the Confessional War, from which it only recovered at the end of the century. After the French Revolution, it finally came to sale and dismemberment. Today, the abbey shines again in its old splendor. Contributing significantly to this are the two lovingly modeled herb gardens.

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Didada

August 13, 2023

Herkenrode's old abbey site once again exudes peace, connection to the past and hospitality. The historic buildings have been restored, enterprising partners make it a place for everyone and its charms play out every season in the surrounding nature reserve. At the Herkenrode Abbey Site you can casually enjoy at your own pace. Much can be done here and nothing should be done. Tailored to young and old.

Herkenrode was once the richest women's abbey in the Netherlands. Today the historic buildings have been beautifully restored. The Experience Center completely immerses you in the history of this unique site. But the Herkenrode Abbey Site is more than just history.

It is also a 100 ha oasis of peace in a beautiful nature reserve. Walking trails lead you through the abbey buildings to De Wijers with its 1001 ponds.

In the herb and inspiration garden you become one with nature.

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Elevation 20 m

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Location: South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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Path to Herkenrode Site

Herkenrode Abbey Site

1. Along the railway line – Herkenrode Abbey loop from Ten Hout

2. Herkenrode Abbey – Herkenrode Abbey loop from Zolder

3. View of the Grote Platwijer Pond – Albert Canal Arch Bridge loop from Stokrooie

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