Photoshoots at Herkenrode Abbey

Herkenrode Abbey offers a unique backdrop for your communion, spring party or wedding photos. The beautiful Herb and Inspiration Garden with its fountains, footbridges, ponds and romantic gardens or the historic buildings, will undoubtedly provide an atmospheric background for your photos.

Conditions

Photos in the historic buildings

It is not possible to take pictures in the historic buildings.

Photos on the outdoor domain of Herkenrode Abbey

  • On the outdoor domain of Herkenrode Abbey site, only photos that are not intended for commercial purposes are allowed.
  • Taking non-commercial photos on the outdoor domain of Herkenrode Abbey Site is free of charge and does not have to be requested in advance.

Photos in the Herb and Inspiration Garden of Herkenrode Abbey

For photos in the Herb and Inspiration Garden of Herkenrode Abbey Site, you must register with a zip code at the reception. Admission is free! This is also only possible during opening hours.

Commercial photo reports and drone recordings at Herkenrode Abbey

For photo shoots with commercial purposes and making recordings with drones, it is mandatory to ask permission in advance. This can be done via abdijvanherkenrode@herita.be.

Events at Herkenrode Abbey

During events, it can be quite busy on the domain. A general admission fee may also be charged. Therefore, check our agenda in advance to check when events are planned.

If you would like to make your photos available afterwards, you can always send them to abdijvanherkenrode@herita.be