Gembloux Abbey

Founded in the 10ᵉ century by Saint-Guibert, Gembloux Abbey quickly rose to prominence thanks to Sigebert, a learned monk of the 11ᵉ century known for his extensive travels. You can admire his statue on Place Saint-Guibert, in the heart of the town. The abbey's history has not been a smooth one, however: ravaged by fire in 1678, it was completely rebuilt at the end of the 18ᵉ century by architect Laurent-Benoît Dewez, offering the elegance we know today.

Over time, the monks left the premises, and the buildings welcomed a variety of occupants. Then, in the 19ᵉ century, faced with repeated famines, the state set up an Agronomic Institute here , which today has become the Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech Faculty.

Would you like to discover this place steeped in history? See you in July and August 2025 for our next visits!

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Many thanks for this superb tour of the abbey and... the surprise.

To do, ladies and gentlemen.

Pat

An extraordinary visit with Amandine and eight other people with French friends from the south. Everything was sublime and fabulous! Merciii Amandine

Janine D

A super-informative visit expertly led by our guide, the sprightly and smiling Amandine!
The 90-minute visit went by like a flash, it was so interesting! I learned so much and now feel more like a Gembloutoise!

Marianne L

Thank you so much for the great tour, the great guide, and for the birthday wishes.

Francis 15/07/24

Thank you Amandine! For this visit to Gembloux Abbey.

Véronique 07/16/24

Hello,

On Saturday, October 12, 2024, along with my companions from the Amis de Saint-Jacques de Compostelle, I took part in a guided tour of Gembloux Abbey (3:00 pm - 5:00 pm) led by AMANDINE. Like my friends, I greatly appreciated the quality of the visit, thanks to the professionalism, enthusiasm, kindness and knowledge of our guide.

I'd appreciate it if you'd pass on our heartfelt thanks to her!

Best regards,

Jacques Luyckx

12/10/24