About the village

During the Celtic period, Kessenich was situated on a steep ridge (a slightly higher area) along the Meuse River. Numerous finds indicate Roman, as well as even older, settlement. Over time, the Meuse River shifted its course several times to the east, so Kessenich is no longer located on the river. Several old riverbeds can still be identified in the area, including the former Meuse meander now known as the Vijverbroek. For a long time, Kessenich was part of the ‘Three Eigen’: the three mini-states of Kessenich, Neeritter, and Thorn. They jointly managed the common lands between these villages until the French period.

Kessenich offers a delightful combination of nature and culture. From this Maas village, you can easily venture into the natural surroundings, where the typical flora and fauna of the Maasvallei are flourishing. Kessenich is part of the municipality of Kinrooi, also known as the ‘largest vegetable garden in Flanders’. Here, you can indulge in discovering healthy local produce.