Béguinage Turnhout

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy
Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Béguinage Turnhout, Medieval religious community in Turnhout, Belgium.

The Turnhout Béguinage features a collection of preserved buildings arranged around a central courtyard with a church from the 17th century.

The religious site reached its maximum population in 1675 with 370 beguines who lived in this community without taking formal religious vows.

The Béguinage Museum exhibits the daily life patterns of religious women who maintained their independence while dedicating themselves to charitable works.

Visitors can purchase a combination ticket for 7.50 euros to access three local museums, including the Béguinage Museum, Playing Card Museum, and Taxandria Museum.

The Early Classicist gatehouse from 1700 displays a statue of Saint Bega, the patroness of beguines, marking the entrance to this UNESCO Heritage site.

Location: Turnhout

Part of: Béguinages in Flanders

GPS coordinates: 51.32639,4.94444

Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:42

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Béguinage Turnhout: Medieval religious community in Turnhout, Belgium » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes