Maredsous Abbey
Maredsous Abbey is an active Benedictine abbey in the picturesque Molignée valley in the province of Namur. Founded in 1872 in a neo-Gothic style, the abbey is not only a spiritual centre but also a popular tourist destination, famous for its artisanal cheeses and abbey beers. The imposing abbey church, serene gardens and welcoming atmosphere make Maredsous a place where contemplation and enjoyment go hand in hand.
Accessibility at the abbey is good. The guided tour route is adapted for both pushchairs and persons with reduced mobility. Parking spaces are located directly in front of the cafeteria entrance, and PMR toilets can be found next to the first cash register on the left at the cafeteria entrance. The herbal distillery on the ground floor is also accessible to wheelchair users. The abbey church is freely accessible without a guided tour.
Maredsous Abbey is accessible via the N92 from Dinant or Namur. The site offers a spacious cafeteria where you can taste the famous Maredsous cheeses and beers, a shop with regional products and a large outdoor playground for children. A visit to Maredsous makes an ideal half-day trip, easily combined with a cycle ride along the Molignée line or a visit to nearby Dinant.
Good to know
- Reservation
- No reservation is needed for the cafeteria, the shop or the abbey church; for group tours or a tasting, sign up in advance.
- Busy and quiet times
- Summer Sundays and school holidays are busy because of the playground and families; weekdays after 2 pm are quieter and more relaxed in the cafeteria.
- Things to note
- The abbey church itself is reached not via the main steps but through a side entrance; ask at reception which door is open at the time.
- Visit tip
- Combine a tasting of Maredsous cheese and beer in the cafeteria with a wheelchair-friendly route along the old Molignee railway line.
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