Once upon a time…
A beer that stands the test of time
The Cistercian Abbey of Notre-Dame du Val-Dieu was founded in 1216 by monks from Hocht, near Maastricht.
Legend has it that the desolate valley was so hostile that the local population nicknamed it ‘Devil’s Valley’. The monks settled there and renamed it ‘God’s Valley’, which later gave the Abbey the name ‘Val-Dieu’.
Val-Dieu Abbey is the only Belgian abbey to have survived the French Revolution. The Christian community of Val-Dieu still occupies the site and is affiliated with the Cistercian Order.
1216
Founded in 1216 on the banks of the Berwinne river by monks of the Cistercian Order.
Our Beers
Tradition with a contemporary twist
Lieu digne d'intérêt..a voir absolument..et bières à déguster !
La visite guidée est très bien. La guide connais bien le sujet des bières. Elle est amoureuse des produits de la brasserie et de la région. Toujours sympathique de terminer par une dégustation. Le parc est magnifique.
Visite très intéressante, bien expliquée. Notre guide était passionnée. La dégustation, dans un cadre magnifique, était très généreuse.
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1216
The new brewery was inaugurated in September 2021.
Experience Val-Dieu
Explore eight centuries of history
Come and discover the brewing, bottling and warm room refermentation processes within our walls. All of these facilities have been equipped with the latest technology since 2021.
This state-of-the-art equipment improves the quality of our beers and enables us to make the most of our brewers’ expertise.
Tradition & Passion
You will meet our dedicated people who will introduce you to their products and expertise!
Tasting
This brewery tour will naturally conclude with a tasting of several beers.
A unique site
We invite you to discover this rare and authentic gem during a guided tour with family or friends.
Dining
Located within the abbey grounds, the Casse-Croûte is none other than the former stables converted into a welcoming restaurant.
Come and visit
Welcome to our brewery
Explore eight centuries of history at the abbey.
The Abbey of Notre-Dame du Val-Dieu was founded in 1216 and is one of the most remarkable buildings in the Pays de Herve region.
We invite you to discover this rare and authentic gem during a guided tour with family or friends.
Tour of the abbey
We invite you to discover this rare and authentic gem during a guided tour with family or friends.
Brewery tour and tasting
Would you like to find out how our authentic brewery works?
Combined tour of the abbey and brewery
With a tasting of two beers or apple juice and cheese from the abbey.
Want to brew your own beer with us?
Val-Dieu shares its expertise!
This brew is made as instructed by the person or organisation placing the order.
Val-Dieu: one big family!
Not just a brewery…
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