Herkenrode Abbey

You can't miss it: the old abbey of Herkenrode exudes a connection to the past. The historic buildings and the surrounding nature reserve showcase their charms every season. The domain of the abbey of Herkenrode allows you to enjoy at your own pace in a relaxed manner.

Once, Herkenrode was the wealthiest women's abbey in the Netherlands. Today, the historic buildings are beautifully restored or still under restoration. For instance, the artwork Clausura by Gijs Van Vaerenbergh is currently under construction, and our abbey church is being rebuilt as a genuine viewing church. But the Abbey of Herkenrode is more than just history.

It is also a 100 ha large oasis of tranquility in a beautiful nature domain. Around the abbey buildings, walking paths lead you to De Wijers with its 1001 ponds.

How to reach the Abbey of Herkenrode?

By car
On the E313 (Antwerp-Liège), take exit 27 (Hasselt-West). Follow the N2 towards Herk-De-Stad. Just after Decathlon, turn right. From there, follow the signs to the free parking of the abbey site.

By public transport
Take the train to Hasselt station. At the station square, take bus 51 Heusden to the stop 'Herkenrode Brug'.

By bike
The Abbey site of Herkenrode is located between junctions 94 and 237 of the Limburg cycling route network that connects the entire region. Do you have your own bike? From the spacious, free car park, you can explore a beautiful piece of cycling paradise Limburg.

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