The English Garden, designed by architect Ghislain-Joseph Henry, was laid out in 1786-87 by order of Alden Biesen's last Grand Commander. The garden, laid out in the English style typical …

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October 14, 2024

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The 'neue Garten', as the English garden was called, was laid out on the slope of the Winterberg, south of the castle in 1786-87 by order of Franz Johann Nepomuk …

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May 18, 2025

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Although the garden evolved into a park forest shortly after its construction, and has become very overgrown in recent years, the characteristic elements of the English style can still be recognized today. In the garden, extended on the slope of the Winterberg, the artificial ‘river’ and hills, historical trees and shrubs, winding paths, water features and follies such as the Roman Minerva Temple, a cave, ruins and hermitage can still be read today.

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1. Alden Biesen Commandery – View of Kimpelvijver Bilzen loop from Bilzen

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2. Alden Biesen Gatehouse – Alden Biesen Commandery loop from Alden Biesen Waterburcht

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3. View of Alden Biesen Castle – Alden Biesen Commandery loop from Rijkhoven

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Elevation 140 m

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Sunday 15 March

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English Garden of Alden Biesen

1. Alden Biesen Commandery – View of Kimpelvijver Bilzen loop from Bilzen

2. Alden Biesen Gatehouse – Alden Biesen Commandery loop from Alden Biesen Waterburcht

3. View of Alden Biesen Castle – Alden Biesen Commandery loop from Rijkhoven

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