The history of this estate, built largely in a neo-traditional style, dates back to the 13th century. The estate was primarily used as a country residence. It was successively owned by various noble families, including the de Ligne family, who owned it until late in the 15th century. In the mid-19th century, the religious order of the Bernardines purchased the chateau. The nuns transformed the building into a convent and boarding school. They had wings added to serve as classrooms and monastic quarters. The sisters are also responsible for the construction of the beautiful neo-gothic chapel, which was added to the complex in 1901-1902.

After the departure of the nuns, the estate was sold to a commercial company in the 1960s. Due to numerous additions over time, the whole has grown into a gigantic complex which at the time of my vist, was virtually empty. Still there were a few beautiful rooms, such as the well-known ballroom with chandelier and the spectacular tower clock, which at that point was still intact.

The chateau and surrounding park were sold in the second half of 2019. It is unclear what plans the new owner has for the property. In any case, the renovation work has started and the chateau can no longer be visited.