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Basilica of the Holy Blood
A small basilica on Burg that keeps a relic of the Holy Blood. The basilica is free, and a museum with the treasury is paid.
- 1 h
- Free
- Booking: not needed
- Burg and around
Data checked on November 3, 2026
The basilica was raised to the status of basilica in 1923 because of the special veneration of the Holy Blood. It stands on Burg, next to the Town Hall. Entering the basilica costs nothing, and a separate ticket gives access to the museum and the treasury. Mass is held every day at 11:00 except Mondays.
What to look for
- Relic of the Holy Blood
- Daily veneration from 14:00 to 16:00
- Museum and treasury
Opening hours
| Monday | 10:00 am–5:15 pm | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 am–5:15 pm | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am–5:15 pm | |
| Thursday | 10:00 am–5:15 pm | |
| Friday | 10:00 am–5:15 pm | |
| Saturday | 10:00 am–5:15 pm | |
| Sunday | 10:00 am–5:15 pm |
Open every day from 10:00 to 17:15. During religious services the basilica can only be entered by people who attend them. The relic is venerated every day from 14:00 to 16:00 and also on Fridays from 10:15 to 11:00.
Source: Heilig Bloedbasiliek (Holyblood), checked November 3, 2026
Tickets and booking
Free. Entry to the basilica is free. The museum and treasury cost 5 euros, free under 12.
Getting there
Tip
If you want to see the veneration of the relic, arrive in the afternoon between 14:00 and 16:00.