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Abbaye de Floreffe

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Abbaye de Floreffe

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Location: Floreffe, Namur, Namur, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

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1. Abbaye de Floreffe — loop from Floriffoux

11.5km

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2. View of Floreffe Abbey – Floreffe Abbey loop from Floreffe

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3. View of Floreffe Abbey – Floreffe Abbey loop from Floreffe

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02:56

250m

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Dominiek Van Dooren

December 8, 2024

The Floreffe Abbey, founded in 1121 by St. Norbert, dominates the Sambre valley. Its walls encircle a magnificent forecourt and were built between the 12th and 18th centuries. In the 100-metre-long abbey church, you will discover magnificent choir stalls from the Baroque period. An interesting museum has been housed in the medieval outbuildings of the abbey.

In the mill-brewery from 1250, the oldest industrial construction in the province of Namur, you can try various products made in the abbey. In a craft boutique, you will discover the different facets of various regional crafts. A flower studio and a studio with sculptures and wood paintings complete your visit.

(Ardennen.nl)

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Dominiek Van Dooren

December 8, 2024

The Abbey of Floreffe is an influential Norbertine abbey that was founded in 1121 in Floreffe by Norbertus van Gennep at the request of Count Robrecht II of Namen. It was a daughter abbey of the Abbey of Prémontré, which was founded in 1120 as the first Norbertine monastery. The abbey has not only had influence as such, but the foundations from this abbey have in turn been of great importance. During the first two centuries of its existence, the abbey was very active in founding new priories and abbeys. For example, the Priory of Postel was founded in 1138 and the Priory of Leffe in 1152.

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Paul_C

January 24, 2024

Floreffe Abbey is a former Premonstratensian monastery founded in 1121 by Norbert de Xanten. There you will find a magnificent site overlooking the Sambre, with a splendid church, a mill, a brewery and several reception rooms. You will discover the rich history of the abbey, endowed by the counts of Namur and founder of several hospitals, hospices and other abbeys in Europe and the Holy Land. You can also taste local products, such as Floreffe beer, cheese and honey, and participate in various activities, such as guided tours, concerts, exhibitions and workshops. Floreffe Abbey is a place where you can discover the beauty and heritage of a centuries-old monastic tradition.

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Location: Floreffe, Namur, Namur, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

Abbaye de Floreffe

1. Abbaye de Floreffe — loop from Floriffoux

2. View of Floreffe Abbey – Floreffe Abbey loop from Floreffe

3. View of Floreffe Abbey – Floreffe Abbey loop from Floreffe

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