Abdijschuur Ter Doest (Abbey Barn of Ter Doest)
The Ter Doest abbey complex is an important part of Lissewege's history. Discover the story behind it.
The story of the Lissewege abbey starts in 1106, with the French Benedictines. Due to negligence, the land containing the Thosan Chapel ended up in the hands of the Cistercians, who completely expanded the complex. Farms sprung up around the abbey grounds, giving the region its own character. Some buildings today are still witnesses to that era. The giant abbey barn from the 14th century, the monumental gatehouse and the dovecote tower were preserved.