Bornem Abbey, Cistercian monastery in Bornem, Belgium
The abbey complex includes a high tower, gardens, and monastic buildings arranged around a central courtyard following traditional Cistercian architectural principles.
After the French Revolution destroyed St. Bernard's Abbey in Hemiksem, surviving monks relocated to Bornem in 1836 and established the current monastery.
The abbey maintains a substantial library of 30,000 volumes, including rare manuscripts from the 14th century and 3,000 books salvaged from Hemiksem Abbey.
The city of Bornem purchased the abbey in 2014, making the grounds accessible for visitors interested in exploring the religious architecture and gardens.
During World War I, the abbey church tower served as a military observation post and withstood German artillery fire as the last defensive position in Bornem.
Location: Bornem
Inception: 1833
Founders: Pedro Coloma, Baron of Bornhem
GPS coordinates: 51.09354,4.22584
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:42
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Kasteel d'Ursel
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Fort van Bornem
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