Highlight • Religious Site
Church of Liessies
Cycling
4.8
(22)
Gravel riding
5.0
(1)
Road cycling
5.0
(1)
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Willem VS
July 31, 2023
Cycling
The church is part of the former Liessies Abbey, which dates back to the 8th century. The abbey was founded by Wibert, Count of Poitou, who sought refuge in the region thanks to lands given to him by Pépin le Bref. Built in the 16th century at the gates of the abbey, the church served both as a shelter for the population and protection for its powerful neighbour. The church has two defensive towers on its facade and was built with a small bell tower so as not to be overshadowed by the sumptuous abbey church.
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