Kloosterhotel Zin

In 1902, the Brothers of Tilburg purchased Huize Steenwijk at Boxtelseweg 58-60 in Vught to establish a retirement home for elderly and infirm brothers. The house dates back to 1840.

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In 1902, the Brothers of Tilburg purchased Huize Steenwijk at Boxtelseweg 58-60 in Vught to establish a retirement home for elderly and infirm brothers. The house dates back to 1840. It would become the foundation for three monasteries: the Fraterhuis H. Joachim, Huize Emanuelle, and the Eleousa Community.

The brothers played a major role in education. They founded schools, taught classes themselves, and developed teaching methods. They taught not only in Brabant but also overseas, such as in Suriname. The Brothers of Tilburg purchased Huize Steenwijk in 1902. In the 1960s, the brothers were joined by the Sisters of Charity.

In the 1990s, there were initial plans to demolish the buildings. Thanks to ambitious plans by entrepreneurs, it has been transformed into a conference center with a hotel. At Kloosterhotel ZIN, the emphasis is on peace and meditation. The brothers live in the Eleousa community on the grounds. Tip: be sure to visit the cemetery as well.

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In 1902, the Brothers of Tilburg purchased Huize Steenwijk at Boxtelseweg 58-60 in Vught to establish a retirement home for elderly and infirm brothers. The house dates back to 1840. It would become the foundation for three monasteries: the Fraterhuis H. Joachim, Huize Emanuelle, and the Eleousa Community.

The brothers played a major role in education. They founded schools, taught classes themselves, and developed teaching methods. They taught not only in Brabant but also overseas, such as in Suriname. The Brothers of Tilburg purchased Huize Steenwijk in 1902. In the 1960s, the brothers were joined by the Sisters of Charity.

In the 1990s, there were initial plans to demolish the buildings. Thanks to ambitious plans by entrepreneurs, it has been transformed into a conference center with a hotel. At Kloosterhotel ZIN, the emphasis is on peace and meditation. The brothers live in the Eleousa community on the grounds. Tip: be sure to visit the cemetery as well.

The addition of modern architecture has given this former monastery an open and distinctive character. You can still sense the atmosphere of monastic life here. Glass façades connect you with nature, and sweeping views across the estate create a sense of space. Seven days a week, they offer conference and retreat spaces in an inspiring and peaceful setting. Here you’ll find personalized attention and delicious dishes from our 100% organic kitchen.

This text has been translated using AI.

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