Founded in 1216 by Cistercian monks, the Abbaye Notre-Dame du Val-Dieu is a haven of peace in the heart of the Pays de Herve. It stands at the centre of the triangle formed by Liège, Maastricht and Aachen, surrounded by nature. Since the departure of the last three monks in 2001, the Abbaye du Val-Dieu has experienced a renewal led by the Christian Community of Val-Dieu.
Discover the Abbaye du Val-Dieu and step into a place rich in history, spirituality and heritage. During your visit, explore its remarkable architecture and peaceful gardens, and let yourself be carried by the calm and serenity of this monastery with more than 800 years of history. To complete the experience, taste our abbey beers and cheeses, and take them home to enjoy the memory a little longer.
Would you like to discover the mysteries and history of our abbey? Would you like to learn the secrets behind our delicious abbey beers? Book a combined visit of the abbey and the brewery.
Discover the many waymarked walking trails that start just opposite the Abbaye du Val-Dieu. They will lead you through the rolling countryside, hedgerows and treasures of our beautiful region.
Would you like to take the Abbaye du Val-Dieu experience home with you? Visit the shop to discover our beers and cheeses from the Abbaye du Val-Dieu, along with a wide range of religious items and local products. It is open every day from 10:00 to 18:00.
Would you like to enjoy a meal in a warm setting steeped in history? Le Casse-Croûte at the Abbaye du Val-Dieu welcomes you every day from 10:30 to 19:00 for a meal or a drink within the abbey walls.