Pope ringe : Cit y of the good life

har vested in September e Hop Museum is the perfect starting place to learn more about the hop and beer culture with either a g uided visit or a tasting tour e local hop farms offer g roup visits to see the har vest from close by Or you can make a stop at the St. Bernardus brewer y to taste one of their delicious beers

During World War I, Popering e was part of a small piece of unoccupied Belg ium Immerse yourself in Popering e ’ s cit y walk and discover the cit y ’ s histor y L ijssenthoek Militar y Cemeter y is the prime witness of more than four years of violent warfare. e cemeter y e vokes daily reflections of the Great War. e visitor centre offers you an interpretation of this unique place as it used to be the big g est e vacuation hospital in the Ypres Salient. Talbot House invites you to visit the Old House, a home away from home for many soldiers e permanent exhibition shows the stor y of

Talbot House from its opening in 1915 till today.

In Popering e, you can enjoy yourself in a friendly and rela xed way Leave the hustle and bustle behind and take a break to soak up the unique atmosphere with delicious local products and t ypical old g ames in one of the many authentic pubs www.to eri smepopering e .be

Popering e, where life tastes g ood !

Bierkasteel: Where Brewing Traditions Meet Modern Experiences

Nestled in the charming Belg ian countr yside, the Bierkasteel is a mecca for beer enthusiasts and a testament to the rich brewing heritag e of the reg ion is architectural mar vel is not just a brewer y, but a captivating destination that invites visitors to embark on a journe y of flavours, histor y, and immersive experiences.

fruit beers to rich and complex ales, there's something to please e ver y palate Savor the flavours, and let the expert g uides take you on a sensor y journe y, re vealing the intricacies and nuances of each brew.

For a truly immersive experience, indulg e in the Beer & Food Pairing , where carefully curated dishes complement the flavours of the beers. Let the harmonious marriag e of yourself in the world of beer, combining tradition, innovation, and a warm Belg ian welcome

Latest innovation

e seasons are not what the y used to be. at’s why Kasteel Brouwerij Vanhonsebrouck resolutely chooses summer. With Kasteel Rubus Framboise (7%), the family brewer y from Izeg em is introducing a brand-new taste sensation based on real raspberries

CEO Xavier

To plan your visit to the Bierkasteel and uncover the secrets of Belg ian brewing , visit their official website at www.vanhonsebrouck.be/ bezoek/bierkasteel.

Located in the heart of West Flanders, the Bierkasteel is the brainchild of the renowned Van Honsebrouck Brewer y, a family-owned institution with over a centur y of brewing excellence Step throug h its majestic doors and be transported to a world where traditional crasmanship meets modern innovation

e Bierkasteel offers a rang e of eng ag ing activities for beer lovers. Beg in your visit with an insig htful brewer y tour, where you'll witness the meticulous brewing process firsthand. Learn about the finest ing redients, the art of fermentation, and the secret recipes passed down throug h g enerations Mar vel at the state-of-the-art facilities that blend seamlessly with the brewer y ' s historic roots. Aer the tour, it's time to tantalize your taste buds. Head to the impressive tasting room, where a variet y of Van Honsebrouck's finest brews await From refreshing flavors unfold as you discover the perfect balance bet ween hops, malt, and culinar y delig hts.

e Bierkasteel also offers a delig htful shopping experience. Browse throug h their well-stocked beer shop, where you can find a wide selection of specialt y brews, g lassware, and beer-related merchandise. Take a piece of the Bierkasteel's mag ic home with you and share it with friends and family

As you bid farewell to the Bierkasteel, you'll carr y with you a new found appreciation for the art of brewing and the leg ac y of the Van Honsebrouck Brewer y is remarkable destination invites you to immerse

Vanhonsebrouck describes his latest innovation as the eternal summer beer ‘L ike many people, I feel at my best in the summer e sun shines, temperatures increase, and your energ y le vels g et a boost. at’s why I wanted to brew a beer that tasted of summer. ’

Xavier and his brewing team found the summer flavour in the g enus Rubus that the raspberr y belong s to ‘R aspberries are many people’s favourite red fruit. Furthermore, raspberries g row best in sun-drenched spots, so the y are sun-seekers par excellence.’