Beguinage Church

Jacques Francquart and Pieter Husseyns designed this imposing baroque church (1629 – 1647), which reflects the one-time wealth of the Large Beguinage.  The paintings feature several female saints, evidence of the devotion of the beguines.*

Beguanage Church

*From the signboard in front of the church.

8 Comments CherryPie on May 27th 2014

8 Responses to “The Beguinage Church”

  1. ....peter:) says:

    This is a beautiful church Cherie and you have framed both images very well….peter:)

  2. Ginnie says:

    It’s a church we’ll have to see the next time we’re in the area, Cherry. Definitely!

  3. Lisl says:

    I admire that vaulted ceiling, Cherie

  4. Alan says:

    Such wonderful architecture.