Within the framework of its safety and prevention policy, the non-profit organization Abbey of Villers-la-Ville wants to continue to provide you with an unforgettable discovery experience of the site, with strict respect for hygiene measures and social distancing imposed by COVID. -19 crisis. More info...
Getting to the Abbey
The abbey is located between Brussels and Charleroi.
By road (See Google Maps)
- E411 highway (exit 9), N25 direction Nivelles (Villers-la-Ville exit)
- or E19 highway (exit 19), Nivelles ring road R24 direction Wavre, N25 (Villers-la-Ville exit)
- or E42 highway (exit 16b), N5 direction Waterloo, after Baisy-Thy, direction Villers-la-Ville
Free parking for cars and tour buses
Site accessible to buses with a max. height of 3.50 m. Buses higher than 3.50m have access via the village of Marbais.
By train
Line no. 140 Ottignies-Charleroi.
Station: Villers-la-Ville (2 km from the Abbey)
Opening Times
1st November - 31st March: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm (open everyday)
1st April - 31st October: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm (open everyday)
Annual closing: December 24, December 25, December 31 and January 1.
Entry Charges
- Adults: € 9
- Group* adults: € 8
- Students, senior citizens: € 7
- Group* students, senior citizens: € 6
- Children (aged 6 to 12): € 4
- Group* children: € 3,50
- Children (<6 years), disabled persons**, teachers, friends of the Abbey: Free
- Audioguide: € 1,50
* Group : from 15 persons
** Limited access for people with disabilities. (Wheel chair? Contact us. We do accept the European Disability Card)
A self-guided tour of the Abbey with a map or an audioguide lasts from 60 to 90 minutes.
Practical Information
- Changing table available in the toilets
- Lockers available
- Dogs allowed on a leash
- Racks for bicycles
- For the peace and safety of our visitors, drones are prohibited
Places to eat & drink
There are picnic tables available
