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Mariënlof Abbey (Colen Abbey)

Mariënlof Abbey (Colen Abbey)

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Mariënlof Abbey (Colen Abbey)

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Location: Borgloon, Tongeren, South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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June 8, 2024

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Mariënlof Abbey, also known as Colen Abbey, was originally a Crosier monastery, but for the past two centuries it functioned as a Cistercian convent. Since 1990, the monastery has officially been entitled to bear the title of abbey. The name Mariënlof means "In Praise of Mary." In May 2020, it was announced that the last sisters had left the abbey. The site was purchased by a real estate developer and will be repurposed.

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February 10, 2025

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Colen 1438, Healthscaping. That is the name of the project to give the monastery of Colen (founded in 1438 as the name indicates) a new purpose. As far as the …

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Pierre Olislagers

February 20, 2021

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The valley of Colen is simply beautiful, from below you have a very nice view of the former monastery.

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Odiliabron Boardwalk – Boardwalk to Marienlof Abbey loop from Borgloon

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Boardwalk to Marienlof Abbey – Kuttekoven Village Trails loop from Wellen

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Time Capsule by Will Beckers – Kuttekoven Village Trails loop from Borgloon

9.14km

02:22

50m

60m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Elevation 90 m

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Location: Borgloon, Tongeren, South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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