MUSEUM
DOMUS – the Teutonic Order Museum
Discover the world of knights, crusades, and rulers in the imposing moated castle of Alden Biesen. Silent companions, an audio guide, and captivating stories will transport you through the fascinating history and let you judge the past and heritage for yourself.
TEMPORARY EXHIBITION: Unconventional… grand… yet simple. "Haymaking Time: In Dialogue with Raveel" brings forty masterpieces to Limburg in a captivating dialogue with the history of Alden Biesen. Open now (with or without a guide) until 8 March 2026.
Discover knights, crusades and power in one of Flanders' most beautiful castle estates
The Grand Commandery of Alden Biesen is one of Flanders' most beautiful castle estates. For centuries, it was one of the most powerful headquarters of the Teutonic Order , a strategic stronghold of faith, power, and ambition.
At the heart of the historic building complex lies the imposing late medieval moated castle, surrounded by French gardens and an English park. In this unique setting, DOMUS – the Teutonic Order Museum of Alden Biesen – is being built.
Immerse yourself in the world of knights and rulers, experience the Crusades up close and discover how Alden Biesen, in the heart of the Meuse-Rhine region, grew into the nerve centre of a knightly order that helped shape Flanders, the Netherlands and North Rhine-Westphalia for centuries.
Buy your entrance ticket in advance online or simply report to the counter during opening hours.
PERMANENT COLLECTION
THEY SHARE THEIR TRUTH. YOU FORM YOUR JUDGEMENT.
On the ground floor of the moated castle, our silent companions (lifelike silhouettes) speak to you via an audio guide. They transport you back in time and share their truth.
Hero or occupier? Noble commander or controversial ruler?
History is rarely black and white.
In DOMUS, you'll discover diverse stories of Alden Biesen's most illustrious residents and visitors – and form your own opinion.
Radio play
In God's name. Crusade to Acre
In the castle's cellar, you'll embark on an adventure through a captivating audio drama. Besides the vivid experience, you'll also discover the profound meaning and lasting impact of the Crusades on the world today.
Immerse yourself in the world of the Crusades. Discover the how and why behind this historical phenomenon in a captivating exhibition about ideology, power, and human lives.
Young Henric and the clever rat Ziggy take you on a surprising journey through the choices and motivations of crusaders, which are still relevant today. There is a separate children's version.
MUSEUM CAFÉ
Every group taking a guided tour—with or without a museum visit—will have access to the Museum Café, provided it is open. The guide will conclude the tour here. The café will remain open until one hour after the museum closes.
Enjoy a snack and a drink in the café's charming, historic setting. The menu also features several dishes that evoke Alden Biesen's rich history.
Temporary Expo
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Autumn exhibition
Enter a unique exhibition that transports you to the world of Roger Raveel. Discover the fascinating connection between his iconic works and the eight-hundred-year-old Grand Commandery. Through paintings and graphic works, this exhibition creates surprising visual and substantive links between the art of the master of Machelen-aan-de-Leie and the grandeur of Alden-Biesen. Be enchanted by the artistic dialogue between past and present! Visit now with or without a guide.
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Haymaking Time. In Dialogue with Raveel
17 October 2025
8 March 2026
Customized school programs
In addition to a unique art and heritage story, we also offer customized school programs for preschoolers, primary school, and the first year of secondary school. Not a traditional exhibition, but an adventure full of color, play, and wonder.
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Educational offer autumn exhibition
17 October 2025
8 March 2026
Nestled in the heart of the Haspengouw landscape lies the Alden Biesen Commandery, an imposing castle estate that over the centuries developed into one of the most important headquarters of the Teutonic Order in Europe.
With over 260,000 visitors annually, the Land Commandery now plays a pioneering role in Limburg, and Alden Biesen is one of Flanders' leading institutions as a cultural, tourist, and historical centre.