Oriented, neo-Gothic church, formerly surrounded by lime trees and an enclosed cemetery, see old postcard, now surrounded by a paved square. In honor of the writer Willem Elsschot (1882-1960) who …

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December 13, 2025

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The church of Blauberg has two patron saints: the parish church is dedicated to Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, but the traditional patron saint celebrated annually with a procession is Saint Cornelius (also known as Cornelius the Priest or Cornelius the Martyr).

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The church of Blauberg is the central starting point for the various walks, including the Willem Elsschot tour. You will also find a map, information boards, a memory of the writer and a work of art that refers to one of his books.

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