Where to Go in Brussels on the Weekend
| Autumn Outing | Dog Walking | Beer Tasting š Where to go on the weekend! Head to the medieval monastery ruins of Villers Abbey! š° Snap a set of emo literature photos! š· Take a stroll with your pooch in the grass! š¶ Savor the taste of monastery beer! šŗ āŖļø Villers Abbey was founded in 1146 and has witnessed the life history of the Cistercian monks. It is considered one of the main heritage sites in Wallonia and one of the most intact surviving sites in Europe because it retains all the buildings used in daily life historically. In the 13th century, Villers Abbey, under the management of the Cistercian community, became a large complex covering more than 100 square kilometers, and it was home to over 100 monks. š During the French Revolution, the monastery was looted. Over the following two centuries, it fell into disrepair and eventually became a dilapidated architectural relic. However, the surviving high walls and arches still showcase the monastic life of the past. The towering chimneys, cloisters, and transepts hint at the olden days. š Opening Hours: Low Season: Open daily 01/11 to 31/03: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM High Season: Open daily 01/04 to 31/10: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Last entry is one hour before closing. Annual Closure: December 24th, 25th, 31st, and January 1st. The site may exceptionally open to the public in case of high winds. Practical Information Visit duration: +/- 1 hour 30 minutes š By train š Station: Ottignies-Charleroi š By car š æļø Free parking #EuropeanTravel #Belgium #Brussels #Monastery #MonasteryBeer #WeekendGetaways #Camper #freitag #OutdoorWithPets #EmoLiterature
