Koningshoeven Abbey

Berkel-Enschot, Netherlands

Koningshoeven Abbey, founded in 1881 in Berkel-Enschot, Netherlands, is a Trappist monastery established by monks fleeing religious persecution in France. Known for its brewery, it overcame financial struggles and expanded through the 20th century, playing a key role in the Cistercian order, and continues to operate today with a small monastic community.

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Founded: 1881
Category: Religious sites in Netherlands

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H T (10 months ago)
Very nice place, I visited during the Trappist Market and the extra food and market stalls plus all the people enjoying in a calm, easy way was great. No loud music or noise, just people talking and enjoying a nice evening in this very nice location.
Ana Valeva (11 months ago)
We had the best time with good food, good mood, quality beer, and a walk around to learn more about the abbey’s/brewery’s history. I loved it and totally recommend it for a weekend visit with a bike or my car. Of course, the prices are a biiit higher - 6.25 for a soup for example, but the taste is good, so it’s worth it.
Andre Claessens (5 years ago)
It is a quiet place for meditation etc. Most of the rooms are small but nice, some with new furniture and warm enough. Once outside the bedroom everything is big, wide and cold as it used to be in these old monasteries. The food is vegetarian. In Lentenseason some ascetism is recommended.
Cait Kooistra (6 years ago)
Lively guide for the 12:00 tour, he spoke English and made everyone feel included. Our tour was about 12 people from all over the world. Beautiful grounds, and interesting to hear about the history and see the modern day automation. Had a lovely beer and some soup in their garden. Highly recommend!
isabelle chen (7 years ago)
With the funny and clear explanation of the tour guide, we learn the beer brewery process , we enjoy the movie telling story about la Trappe history and taste wonderful beer. Definitely worthwhile paying a visit!!!
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