The Trappist monastery was founded in 1880 as a refuge for French monks, who originally came from West Flanders. However, their survival was threatened by anti-church legislation, and they were safe in Brabant. The monastery is located on a beautiful estate, and a monastic community still lives and works there.

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September 13, 2023

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De Koningshoeven Abbey
All La Trappe beers are developed and brewed here in collaboration with the Trappists of O.L.V. van Koningshoeven Abbey.

There are only seven Trappist beers worldwide that …

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January 20, 2024

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Trappists still live and work in the abbey of Our Lady of Koningshoeven. The abbey is a household name in the wider area, partly because of the Trappist beer that is brewed here. But cheese is also made. You can taste the products in the tasting room and you can buy them in the monastery shop.

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1. Round walk Abdij Koningshoeven in Berkel-Enschot – Our Monastery Path

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02:54

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2. Koningshoeven Abbey – Kerkeindse Heath loop from Knooppunt De Baars

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02:06

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3. Koningshoeven Abbey – Kerkeindse Heath loop from Knooppunt De Baars

9.54km

02:24

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Trappist monastery, Koningshoeven Abbey

1. Round walk Abdij Koningshoeven in Berkel-Enschot – Our Monastery Path

2. Koningshoeven Abbey – Kerkeindse Heath loop from Knooppunt De Baars

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