Grimbergen Abbey, Premonstratensian abbey in Grimbergen, Belgium
Grimbergen Abbey is a Premonstratensian monastery in the Flemish Brabant region with an imposing church dedicated to Saint Servatius. The complex displays characteristic baroque monastery architecture including a cloister, surrounding buildings, and gardens.
The monastery was founded in the 12th century and later survived multiple destructive fires. The current structure arose from reconstruction efforts following the last major fire, reflecting the community's determination to rebuild.
The abbey remains an active center of prayer and spiritual life that visitors can experience today. A working brewery on the grounds produces beer using methods passed down through the centuries.
The grounds are generally open to visitors and church tours can be arranged. It helps to check ahead for service times so you can plan the best moment for your visit.
The abbey adopted the phoenix as its symbol after surviving repeated fires, representing its resurrection through destruction. This emblem still appears prominently across the complex today.
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