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.
Envie de découvrir ce lieu chargé d’histoire ? Rendez-vous en juillet et août 2026 pour nos prochaines visites ! (visite par groupe disponible toute l’année).
The audio-guided story
#4 - Benedictine Abbey
Many thanks for this superb tour of the abbey and... the surprise.
To do, ladies and gentlemen.
An extraordinary visit with Amandine and eight other people with French friends from the south. Everything was sublime and fabulous! Merciii Amandine
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!
Thank you so much for the great tour, the great guide, and for the birthday wishes.
Thank you Amandine! For this visit to Gembloux Abbey.
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
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Practical information
Want to know more about its history? Free downtown discovery booklets are available from the Office.
Gembloux Abbey contact details
Start: Rue Sigebert 1 - 5030 Gembloux
Tour duration: 1h30
Payment to be made in advance to the Gembloux Tourist Office account.
Sous réservation tout au long de l’année pour les groupes de minimum 12 personnes : 5€/personne. Gratuit pour les moins de 12 ans.
Forfait : 60 € pour les groupes de moins de 12 personnes.
Summer dates 2026 :
- Saturday, July 11 at 2:00 p.m.
- Sunday, July 26 at 2:00 p.m.
- Saturday, August 8 at 2:00 p.m.
- Sunday, August 23 at 2:00 p.m.
