Koningshoeven Abbey

Koningshoeven Abbey is a Trappist monastery in the Netherlands with an active brewery producing beer on site. The complex includes the abbey church, monks' quarters, brewing facilities, bakery, and gardens spread across the grounds.

Monks from France founded this monastery in 1881 as a refuge during religious persecution in their homeland. The abbey grew into an important center for Trappist monastic life in northern Europe.

The monastery remains home to a living community of monks who structure their daily life around prayer, work, and study. Visitors can witness this active spiritual rhythm and understand how monastic living continues as a meaningful way of life today.

Guided visits are available to explore the church, brewery, and bakery, with parking available on the grounds. Wear sturdy shoes as the paths include cobblestones and uneven surfaces.

The brewery sources water from a natural spring beneath the monastery grounds, which gives the beer its distinctive character. This local water source has been integral to the brewing process since the abbey's founding.

Location: Tilburg

Inception: 1891

GPS coordinates: 51.54361,5.12972

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:59