Open Churches
A network of open and welcoming churches
Welcome to all of you
May the discovery of this place be for you the occasion for a peaceful rest for the body and serene for the mind....
Dear visitor, walker, cyclist or passerby,
enjoy the tranquility of this church. Make yourself a cup of tea and enjoy the moment.
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More than 400 open and welcoming churches
Belgium - France - Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Dear visitor,
Open Churches is a network of more than 425 open and welcoming churches in the heart of Europe.
Thanks to this site, you will be able to discover for each building belonging to the “Open Churches” network : the opening periods, a description, photos, elements of the church highlighted, information on events,...
A space open to all... you enjoy heritage, art, silence, spirituality, community life, rest,..... Our members welcome you by opening the doors of their building.
A European network
Since 2016, the network has continued to expand in Europe: Belgium, France and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Each region sets up an organization to coordinate the network locally.
For more information on the local organization, please select the region below.
OPEN CHURCHES DAYS 2019
Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd June 2019
theme "Emotions".... More than 500 churches opened their doors for us... first feedback
Echoes and picturesNews
first meeting day open churches
Our religious and cultural heritage in its diversity and uniqueness is presentable. The doors should be open not only to tourists, but also to the locals, so that they can admire the well-preserved churches.
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Masterful Art!
Experience the Flemish Masters in 45 churches, chapels, monasteries, beguinages, castles and town halls, from Bocholt to Nieuwpoort. From 1 June to 30 September 2019
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6 new routes "In the heart of the Ardennes"
11 welcoming rural churches open their doors to you to share their history, treasures and unique atmosphere. Original and inspiring destinations for your family excursions.
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