description Berne Abbey Overview
Berne Abbey is a Premonstratensian monastery located in Heeswijk-Dinther in the Dutch province of North Brabant. Founded around 1134, it is one of the oldest continuously active Norbertine religious communities in the Low Countries. The abbey has endured periods of disruption, including the Protestant Reformation and subsequent conflicts, yet has maintained its religious community. The Premonstratensians, or Norbertines, follow the Rule of St.
Augustine and combine contemplative religious life with pastoral ministry.
help Berne Abbey FAQ
Where was Berne Abbey founded, and where is it now?
Berne Abbey was founded in 1134 at Berne on the River Maas and is now located in Heeswijk-Dinther, North Brabant. The community settled at its present Heeswijk location in 1857. [Berne Abbey information](https://www.kasteelheeswijk.nl/en/abdij-van-berne/)
What religious order does Berne Abbey belong to?
Berne Abbey is a Premonstratensian, or Norbertine, community. Its current site describes about 20 monks continuing the order's religious and community work in the Netherlands. [Berne Abbey information](https://www.kasteelheeswijk.nl/en/abdij-van-berne/)
Can visitors do more than see Berne Abbey's buildings?
The abbey offers guest accommodation, courses, a bookstore, and a beer-tasting experience. It is also connected with the Den Bosch to Heeswijk stage of the 15-stage Ons Kloosterpad walking route. [Berne Abbey information](https://www.kasteelheeswijk.nl/en/abdij-van-berne/)
What is special about Berne Abbey beer?
Berne Abbey beer is presented as the only Dutch Norbertine beer. It is top-fermented, undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle, and is brewed at a partner abbey with proceeds supporting the Berne community. [Berne Abbey beer](https://www.berneabdijbier.nl/)
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