Abdij Keizersberg, Benedictine monastery on Keizersberg hill in Leuven, Belgium
The abbey complex stands on an elevated position with defensive walls encircling the main buildings and surrounding gardens within the property boundaries.
Nine monks from Maredsous Abbey established this religious institution in 1899, building upon the foundations of a former Knights Templar commandery from 1187.
The monastery maintains a theological library and preserves traditional Benedictine practices through daily routines of prayer, study, and communal activities.
The public park within the abbey grounds opens from 7:00 to 21:30 during summer months and 7:00 to 19:00 in winter at Mechelsestraat 202.
The buildings now function as student dormitories while maintaining their historical structure, combining educational purposes with architectural preservation.
Location: Leuven
Inception: 1899
Website: http://www.keizersberg.be
Address: Mechelsestraat 202 3000
Website: http://keizersberg.be
GPS coordinates: 50.88861,4.69667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:41
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