Domain Roosendael - Bicycle café De Schuur

Domain Roosendael is almost 800 years old. It owes its name to the Cistercian abbey that was founded here, on the Nete, around 1221. Today, apart from a few wall remains, hardly anything remains of this medieval settlement above ground. After all, the religious wars did not pass this region by. The abbey was sacked several times in the 16th century and eventually completely demolished under Calvinist rule. The reconstruction did not start until 1648. Today it is difficult to imagine that an impressive abbey complex with a beautiful Baroque church arose here at the end of the 17th century.
The Gatehouse dates from 1777. It was erected on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of Abbess Agnes Haegens. The same abbess also built the Coach House in 1781.
In 1797, under French rule, the religious were expelled for good. The abbey was sold and largely demolished to monetize the building material. In addition to the buildings already mentioned, part of the abbess's quarter remained standing.

In the child- and animal-friendly bicycle café 'De Schuur' - with green and spacious terrace - you will find a snack and a drink at a democratic price.

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