Images of the Basilica of Our Lady of Scherpenheuvel

Basilica of Our Lady of Scherpenheuvel, close to the city of Diest. Scherpenheuvel is located some 25 kilometers from Leuven.

The dome of the Basilica. Notice the many stars, symbolizing the Virgin Mary and the Statue of the VIrgin Mary.

Statue of the Virgin Mary and Jezus on top of the entrance to the Basilica.

Mostly very elderly worshippers, waiting for the 4 P.M. Mass.

Statue of the Virgin Mary behind the altar of the Basilica.

There is a very impressive tower located behind the Basilica. You can not see it from the front entrance to the church.