Neboklooster

The Neboklooster is a monastery complex in Nijmegen comprising multiple wings arranged around a central courtyard, built with yellow-grey brick and sandstone bases. The structure spans three floors and an attic level, featuring vaulted cloisters, communal dining spaces, and guest rooms distributed throughout.

Built between 1926 and 1928 by architect Jan Stuyt, this served as a Redemptorist seminary positioned on a hilltop. Its elevated location provided views toward the Holy Land Foundation in Groesbeek across the valley.

The monastery church displays artworks by Piet Gerrits showing biblical scenes through stained glass and wall paintings. These pieces shape the spiritual character of the space and reflect how the place was designed for worship and contemplation.

The grounds are easily explored on foot, with clear pathways through the different wings and around the central courtyard. Visitors should expect uneven flooring and stairs typical of older monastery structures.

The entrance portal features decorative stone spheres called stuyters, a distinctive architectural detail from the building period. The third-floor windows display wave-patterned plasterwork that stands out as an uncommon decorative choice for this era.

Location: Nijmegen

Architects: Jan Stuyt

Part of: Neboklooster

Address: Sionsweg 2 (A)

GPS coordinates: 51.81192,5.88416

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:06