Béguinages in Flanders, Medieval architectural ensemble in Flanders, Belgium.
The Flemish Béguinages comprise 13 enclosed compounds containing houses, churches, and gardens arranged according to urban planning principles of the Middle Ages.
These communities emerged during the Crusades period when numerous unmarried women formed independent religious settlements while maintaining connections to the outside world.
The Béguinages reflect a distinct form of religious life where women could own property and pursue spiritual devotion without taking permanent monastic vows.
Visitors can explore multiple Béguinages in cities like Bruges, Ghent, and Leuven, with each site offering different perspectives on medieval women's communities.
The Grand Béguinage of Leuven contains more than 300 apartments spread across 100 houses, now functioning as accommodations for university academics.
Location: Flemish Region
GPS coordinates: 51.03097,4.47375
Latest update: June 7, 2025 20:08
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Saint John's Church
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Het Predikheren
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Begijnhofkerk
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Scheppersinstituut Mechelen
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Aartsbisschoppelijk Paleis van Mechelen
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Sint-Katelijnekerk
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Vliegend Paard
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Klein Begijnhof
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Duivelshuis
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Kraanbrug
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Katelijnepoortbrug
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Van Kesbeeckbrug
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Refugie van Tongerlo
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Winket bridge
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Minderbroedersbrug
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Centre for Old Arts 't Vliegend Peert
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Margaret of Austria
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Van der Valk Hotel Mechelen
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Het Predikheren
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Grand Seminary Mechelen
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Dossin military base
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Heilig-Hartkerk
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Minderbroederskerk
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Kunstatelier Mariette Teugels "De Cellekens"
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