Groeningeabdij Kortrijk, Medieval Cistercian abbey in Kortrijk, Belgium
The Groeningeabdij complex features preserved structures including a dormitory, chapel, and exhibition halls spread across multiple connected buildings in central Kortrijk.
Originally established before 1236 at Rodenborch, the abbey relocated within Kortrijk's walls in the late 16th century and operated until French forces expelled the nuns in 1797.
The abbey stands near the site of the 1302 Battle of Golden Spurs, where Flemish forces defeated the French army, marking a significant moment in Belgian history.
The former religious complex now functions as an exhibition center named Abby, offering 500 square meters of modern display space for visual arts and community gatherings.
The site contains a preserved dormitory from 1597 and integrates contemporary art spaces while maintaining its historical Cistercian architecture.
Location: Kortrijk
GPS coordinates: 50.82933,3.27032
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:45
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