Guided visit to the Sint-Servatiuskerk in Grootloon

Pearls of heritage Every month, a church in Tongeren-Borgloon opens its doors to explore top heritage under the guidance of a guide. During each visit, special stories are told. Stories hidden in building blocks, statues, stained glass windows... We highlight art styles from Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Classicism, neo-styles to quirky modern art forms. Tombstones show knights in full battle gear, flashy family crests, and honorary titles. We dwell on the broad past of the village and neighborhood. Amazing stories behind saint statues, sometimes with bizarre gruesome attributes, are also not missing. The churches are at a turning point. Now that the religious influx is ebbing, treasures of heritage, treasures of stories from our past often remain hidden behind lock and alarm. Are you also coming on a journey of discovery to these pearls of heritage? Saint-Servatiuskerk Grootloon Ontdek the charming Saint-Servatiuskerk van Groot-Loon, an ancient building hidden between standard orchards. Admire the Romanesque foundations from the 13th century, the Gothic choir, and the later renovations that formed the current silhouette. During the tour, you will get to know Saint Servatius and enjoy the expressive ceramics of Max van der Linden. Outside, you can see how Roman stones and fossil shells give the landscape a unique story of time and nature. An enchanting introduction to history and heritage! When? Sunday 11/8/2026 at 2:00 PM Participation in this tour is free. The groups are limited to a maximum of 25 people. So be quick to reserve your spot! You can register via info@visittongerenborgloon.be or at 012 80 00 70. Practical info Address and parking: Grootloonstraat 100, 3840 Tongeren-Borgloon