Our Lady of Vivier Abbey, Medieval Cistercian abbey in Marche-les-Dames, Belgium
The stone buildings of Our Lady of Vivier Abbey extend over 10 hectares of landscaped gardens near dense forests in the Meuse Valley region.
Established by Cistercian nuns during the 12th century, the abbey received recognition as an exceptional heritage property of Wallonia in May 2009.
The abbey maintains its role as an active religious community while opening its doors for guided tours and educational programs about monastic traditions.
The on-site Chapelle Bethleem restaurant seats 70 people and serves abbey bread, local beers, and traditional dishes in a 15th-century restored infirmary.
The abbey grounds connect to hundreds of hectares of Natura 2000 Reserve forests, offering extensive walking paths through protected natural landscapes.
Location: Namur
Address: 153 153 Rue Notre-Dame du Vivier
GPS coordinates: 50.48880,4.95670
Latest update: June 2, 2025 16:47
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