Hop Gastrobar, Leuven

National GeographicSep 1

This region of northern Belgium is overflowing with breweries. Some open their doors for tastings, guided tours and overnight stays.

Modern restaurant with an open kitchen and extensive beer list.

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Hop GastrobarRestaurantModern restaurant with an open kitchen and extensive beer list.
Leuven LeisurePlaceLocal tour operator for bike rentals.
Elsewhere
Belgian Beer WorldMuseumBrussels, BelgiumInteractive museum about the history of beer culture.
La BourseSightBrussels, BelgiumNeoclassical building housing Belgian Beer World.
Het AnkerHotelMechelen, BelgiumBrewery offering overnight stays in industrial rooms.
Great BeguinageNeighborhoodMechelen, BelgiumUnesco-listed medieval neighborhood where independent women lived.
Saint Rumbold’s CathedralSightMechelen, BelgiumCathedral with a self-playing carillon.
KraneveldhoeveHotelHaacht, BelgiumFarmhouse brewery hotel with a tasting room.
HopspotRestaurantEvergem, BelgiumMicrobrewery offering stays and brewing workshops.
Brouwerij Van SteenbergeBarEvergem, BelgiumBrewery founded in 1784, supporting local farmers.

Hop Gastrobar