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Flemish Brabant

Vlierbeek Abbey

Flemish Brabant

Vlierbeek Abbey

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Vlierbeek Abbey

Hiking

4.9

(136)

Road cycling

4.9

(85)

Cycling

4.9

(53)

Mountain biking

4.7

(16)

Gravel riding

5.0

(3)

Nordic walking

5.0

(1)

Location: Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium

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Tips

June 4, 2024

Hiking

The Vlierbeek Abbey in the green part of Kessel-Lo is a dream stopover for hikers. By the way, we are not far from the end of our walk: the Flemish art city of Leuven. Benedictine monks lived and worked in this abbey for seven centuries until the French Revolution. The gardens, monumental church and remarkable monastery buildings still exude a special atmosphere. 'Hospitality' was one of the tasks of the abbey, and you can still enjoy it on the cozy terrace of the inn.

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February 6, 2021

Hiking

The abbey was founded in 1127 by the Benedictines of Affligem. In 1572 the buildings were burned down by the troops of the Prince of Orange. Return to the abbey …

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May 1, 2023

Hiking

Definitely worth a visit to view

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Vlierbeek Walk

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Kessel-Lo Provincial Domain – Small pond loop from Holsbeek

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4.3

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#3.

Vlierbeek Abbey – Kessel-Lo Provincial Domain loop from Leuven

14.6km

03:52

130m

130m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Moderate

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Elevation 30 m

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Location: Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium

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