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Engels Klooster (English Convent)
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At two locations, Sacred Books | Secret Libraries invites you to learn about authentic monastic life and spiritual heritage. The English Convent is known for its unique domed church and the Carmelites Convent features an impressive refectory. Both monasteries also contain a valuable library. Together with a guide, take a silent and spiritual tour of the monastery, with books as a common thread.  

Opening hours

You must have an appointment to visit this location. This can be done within the hours listed above, or you can agree on a time by mutual agreement with the business owner.

Price table

Adults

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€ 15.00
Guided tour in one convent (English Convent or Carmelite Convent).

Senior citizens 65+

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€ 12.00
Guided tour in one convent (English Convent or Carmelite Convent).

Youngsters aged 7 to 18

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€ 12.00
Guided tour in one convent (English Convent or Carmelite Convent). 

Children under 7

€ 0.00
With Virtual Reality experience. That means you can bring a tablet that shows some scenes from religious life in Virtual Reality. The tablet will be provided.  
* Exceptions to these rates are possible for (school) groups.

Facilities

Other facilities

Child-friendly
Baby carriages allowed
Toilet (free of charge)
Garden open to guests or visitors
Groups admitted
Multilingual staff

Getting there

Carmersstraat 85, 8000 Brugge

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Nearest bus stop:
502109 Brugge Gouden Handstraat

Nearest station:
Station Brugge

Nearest parking:
Langestraat car park

Engels Klooster (English Convent)

Carmersstraat 85, 8000 Brugge

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