Beer pocket Lys Region

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COLOPHON Text and content: Kzien Content, Margot Lecluyse and Katrien Six Final editing: Margot Lecluyse and Katrien Six Photography: Capture, the breweries and businesses mentioned in this pocket, City of Courtrai, Visit Gent Layout: Ontwerp Ruth, Dentergem Printing: Graphius, Ghent Publisher: Claude Croes, Chairman of Toerisme Leiestreek vzw, Universiteitslaan 2, 8500 Courtrai, Belgium Company number 0473.361.186, Ghent Register of Legal Entities, Courtai Division info@toerisme-leiestreek.be D/2022/9.163/04

HOPPY HOTSPOTS If you want to raise a glass, you’ve landed in the right place: the Lys Region has over fifty hoppy hotspots where you can enjoy the best beer the region has to offer. Some of them are tucked along walking and cycling routes: explore the best breweries in the area and their local beers; then carry on a little way before pausing to sip a delicious craft beer or enjoy a moment of hoppy reflection in a trendy themed bar.

Are you hopping from one spot to the next? Look out for these labels and symbols to help you find your way around: BREWERY

brewery that brews its beers on site

BEER BAR

at least 50 beers on the menu

BEER & MORE not a traditional beer bar, yet passionate about beer tours for individuals or groups tours only for groups by appointment have a drink grab a bite

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Courtrai & South West Flanders Roeselare & Central West Flanders Ghent and East Flemish Lys Region Index

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COURTRAI & SOUTH WEST FLANDERS

LENDELEDE

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WAREGEM

KUURNE

HARELBEKE DEERLIJK

COURTRAI

ANZEGEM

WEVELGEM MENEN

ZWEVEGEM

WERVIK AVELGEM

SPIERE-HELKIJN

COURTRAI

BREWERY BENOIT

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BREWERY

Christophe Benoit adores a challenge. In his nanobrewery in Courtrai, he experiments with novel beer styles and eccentric ingredients, staying well away from traditional Tripel pale ales or darker dubbels. Instead, Christophe’s beer menu is filled with well-balanced, top-quality beers with their own je ne sais quoi, delighting in names like Smokey Triple, Gold Double, Russian Imperial Stout and Belgian Black Label.

MORE INFORMATION:

Avondzonweg 2 – 8500 Courtrai T. +32 471 32 11 75 – brouwerij-benoit.business.site

COURTRAI

CASA VERDI

BEER BAR

What happens when two zythologists settle down in buzzing, creative Courtrai? You’ll find the answer to this question at the stylish Casa Verdi. The historic neighbourhood bar has had a complete makeover, and Carine and Jan now serve up their selection of craft beers in a warm, trendy interior. Bewildered by the choice? The enthusiastic pair will be happy to give you the benefit of their expertise.

MORE INFORMATION:

Loofstraat 16 – 8500 Courtrai T. +32 56 21 22 39 – www.casaverdi.be

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COURTRAI

CASSIMIR

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BEER BAR

Good music, good beer and good company are all Philip Casteleyn, known as Cassy, needs to feel happy. Do you feel the same? If so, you’ll be right at home in the cosy Cassimir.

Cassy will welcome you with a smile, an extensive collection of LPs and a constantly changing beer menu. But watch out: Cassy 's sense of humour ensures his smile is usually infectious!

MORE INFORMATION:

Oude Vestingsstraat 13 – 8500 Courtrai T. +32 472 69 24 05 – Facebook: Cassimir

COURTRAI

DEDINGEN / BREWERY RUIMTEGIST

BEER & MORE BREWERY During the day, Elke and Erik will give you a warm welcome for breakfast, brunch or lunch. In the evening, deDingen transforms into an atmospheric beer bar. The beer comes more or less directly from the backyard: you can walk straight out of deDingen and into Brewery Ruimtegist, the only city center brewery of Kortrijk. Here, you’ll find bosom buddies Arn and Egbert hard at work on their artisanal regional beers, locally brewn. A glass of Vie, Nova or Obsquur is nature at its purest.

MORE INFORMATION:

Budastraat 12 – 8500 Courtrai deDingen: T. +32 56 90 72 57 – www.dedingen.be Brewery Ruimtegist: T. +32 465 04 83 20 – www.ruimtegist.be

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COURTRAI

GAINSBAR

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BEER BAR

Alight on a sunny terrace in the centre of Courtrai, and sit back with one of the delicious local beers. A DJ from West Flanders will pop on a groovy record and the barman will proffer an array of board games. It’s the perfect atmosphere for a good chat. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, the Gainsbar library has you covered – and you’re sure to find someone else keen to talk books!

MORE INFORMATION:

Vlasmarkt 1 – 8500 Courtrai T. +32 495 71 12 10 – Facebook: Gainsbar Kortrijk

COURTRAI

IN DE WOLKEN

BEER BAR

As you wander around the Church of Our Lady in Courtrai, you’ll suddenly come upon a burst of colour concealed among the lawns: the idyllic terrace of In de Wolken. ‘In de Wolken’ means ‘in the clouds’ and is the perfect name for this piece of heaven on earth. Certainly that’s what the landlord, Stefaan, thinks. You’ll find him behind his beloved bar, where he and his wife Yvette serve a breathtaking selection of regional beers straight from West Flanders.

MORE INFORMATION:

Begijnhofstraat 17 – 8500 Courtrai T. +32 478 88 76 86 – Facebook: In De Wolken

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COURTRAI

SOUFFLEUR

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BEER & MORE

Nestled right next to Courtrai’s imposing theatre, the Schouwburg, Souffleur is known for its Beer of the Month.

New tap beers are also introduced at regular intervals. As a result, Souffleur is one of the rare establishments where you can enjoy a glass of Italian premium lager Poretti straight from the keg. If you prefer to keep it local, we can recommend the Souffleurke with its fruity aroma and hints of citrus and coriander.

MORE INFORMATION:

Schouwburg 16 – 8500 Courtrai T. +32 56 35 33 95 – www.souffleurkortrijk.be

HEULE

BREWERY DE FENIKS

BREWERY

De Feniks has launched a delicious duo of Tripel and white beer, brewed with home-grown local malting barley. Warning: overly delicious! Also indulge in fusion-style beers with AngloSaxon influences. Head to the brewery for exclusive limitededition beers aged in wooden barrels or with spontaneous fermentation in collaboration with a champagne house. Keen on sipping your very own brew? No problem! De Feniks brews your personal creation, starting from 500 litres.

MORE INFORMATION:

Mellestraat 138 – 8501 Heule (Courtrai) T. +32 498 15 38 60 – www.brouwerijdefeniks.com

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MARKE

BREWERY TOYE

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BREWERY

It began by planting a single hop plant in the garden, and grew into a professional brewery: that’s Brewery Toye’s history in a nutshell. The old flax barn is a mere stone’s throw away from where the Battle of the Golden Spurs was fought, and the Flemish goedendag spear would win the day. Today at Brewery Toye, it’s no longer blood that flows from the goedendag, but amber liquid: Goedendag Sterk Blond, Goedendag Donker and Goedendag Cuvée 1302. The trio recently gained a little brother: O’de Lys.

MORE INFORMATION:

Rekkemsestraat 64 – 8510 Marke (Courtrai) T. +32 498 39 37 11 – www.goedendagbier.be/en

BELLEGEM

BREWERY OMER VANDER GHINSTE

BREWERY In 1892, Omer Vander Ghinste founded his legendary family brewery. And now, 130 years later, you can still sample his characteristic creations: quality beers brewed according to authentic recipes, in the traditional way but using state-ofthe-art techniques. During the tour, you have a chance to look around the old and new brewery hall, the fermentation tanks and the new bottling plant, before sipping the Courtrai gold in the taprooms. You can immerse yourself further in Omer’s village just around the corner: Café De Sportwereld will be opening its doors again from the 2022 Easter holidays.

MORE INFORMATION:

Brouwtorenstraat 5 – 8510 Bellegem (Courtrai) T. +32 56 23 51 71 – www.omervanderghinste.be/en/bezoek

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LENDELEDE

BREWERY DE MEESTER

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BREWERY

What you see is what you get at Brewery De Meester: tasty, honest beers with no artificial colours, no artificial flavours, and no head retention additives. Ann and Dirk’s artisan beers are all brewed using renewable energy. The result: a superb selection of refined, full-bodied beers. Give them a try during a tour or in the taproom. Do you prefer to enjoy a beer at home?

Order online from the Craft Beer Shop.

MORE INFORMATION:

Nelcastraat 1D – 8860 Lendelede T. +32 468 14 36 80 – www.brouwerij-demeester.be/en

BAVIKHOVE

BREWERY DE BRABANDERE

BREWERY

Nothing but the best will do for Brewery De Brabandere – come and confirm for yourself. Since as far back as 1894, this family brewery has had a place on beer menus with hoary favourites such as Bavik Super Pils, Kwaremont, Petrus and Wieze Tripel. Find out more about the brewery’s long history during the tour, which starts from the Brouwershuys. Tasting tip: the Bavik Super Pils was named Belgium’s best Pils in 2021.

MORE INFORMATION:

Rijksweg 33 – 8531 Bavikhove (Harelbeke) T. +32 56 71 90 91 – www.brouwerijdebrabandere.be/en

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DEERLIJK

‘T KRUISKE

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BEER BAR

It’s hop o’clock in Deerlijk. ‘t Kruiske is a gastro pub with a choice of a mind-boggling 170 beers, many straight from the barrel. The bar also has over forty single malt whiskies on its drinks list, and a food menu with a selection of Flemish classics, Italian pasta dishes, healthy salads and tasty Asian dishes. Everything is homemade and comes with a side of convivial hospitality.

MORE INFORMATION:

Wafelstraat 1 – 8540 Deerlijk T. +32 479 78 35 77 – eet-en-bierkroeg-t-kruiske.business.site

ZWEVEGEM

CIRCUS BREWERY

BREWERY

Tim and Bert, at work behind their brew kettles, give the impression of being true acrobats. They conjure crazy ideas and fantastic ingredients into unforgettable drinks. The results might be sweet, sour or bitter – but they’re certain to be worthy of a round of applause. Back in the taproom, the duo will keep you entertained with their Jongleurs, Piccolos, Cascadeurs, and other delicious daredevils. You’ll also love the decor: The Circus Brewery is located on the site of a former power station, Transfo.

MORE INFORMATION:

Transfostraat 28 – 8550 Zwevegem T. +32 499 88 72 36 – www.circusbrouwerij.be

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MOEN

HERT & ZIEL

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BEER BAR

The idyllic Bossuit-Kortrijk canal is lovely for a bike ride or walk – and why not stop off in picturesque Moen? The Hert & Ziel café is the perfect place for a pause to feed body and soul.

Choose from around seventy regional beers to revive your spirits and recharge your batteries with the Hert & Ziel burger.

Beer lovers will adore the sandwiches with pâté made with Omer or Le Fort.

MORE INFORMATION:

Ter Moude 9 – 8552 Moen (Zwevegem) T. +32 477 50 67 24 – www.hertenziel.be

MOEN

BREWERY ALVINNE

BREWERY

Do you like to just go wild from time to time? Get ready for a hoppy adventure with Glenn, Marc and Ricardo. Their brewing hall bubbles with all-natural products, including their own homemade yeast. The trio will pour out around thirty remarkable beers for you, aged in steel tanks, wooden vats and barrels.

MORE INFORMATION:

Vaartstraat 4A – 8552 Moen (Zwevegem) T. +32 486 55 53 14 – www.alvinne.com

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WEVELGEM

BIERHUIS DE MYTHE

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BEER BAR

You can’t beat a crowded tapas board and a tasty Belgian beer.

Especially not if you’re sitting on the sunny terrace at Bierhuis De Mythe, looking out at the Wevelgem church tower. You’ll also get a very special view from the indoor seating at this pub, which is in one of the old train carriages. Choose whichever suits you best!

MORE INFORMATION:

Grote Markt 16 – 8560 Wevelgem T. +32 56 41 14 09 – Facebook: Bierhuis De Mythe

WEVELGEM

CULTUURCAFÉ DE BARRIÈRE

BEER BAR

Not all of Belgium’s 'brown bars', named for their traditional wooden decor, are old-fashioned. Cultuurcafé De Barrière certainly isn’t! Sarah and Gertjan, a pair of energetic thirtysomethings, pull around seventy beers from their pumps.

Their own favourites are the Belgian Trappist beers. No wonder they are governor of La Trappe and ambassador of Orval. The 'Culture Café' can also serve up a good plateful of humour, music, art, theatre... and always a delicious and freshly prepared spaghetti!

MORE INFORMATION:

Gullegemstraat 1 – 8560 Wevelgem T. +32 494 66 66 13 – Facebook: Cultuurcafé De Barrière

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GULLEGEM

BRASSERIE BERGELEN

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BEER & MORE

In the heart of the Bergelen provincial park, Brasserie Bergelen is the perfect spot for a refreshing pause. The beer menu includes delights from all over West Flanders. And with weekly special offers on the food menu, you’ll soon have those hunger pangs tamed. If you’re looking for a lively night out, come and join in one of the fantastic themed evenings. Children are welcome too – they’ll love the playground and the kids’ corner.

MORE INFORMATION:

Hemelhofweg 27 – 8560 Gullegem (Wevelgem) T. +32 56 41 88 67 – brasseriebergelen.eatbu.com

GULLEGEM

BREWERY GULDEN SPOOR / ‘T RUSTEEL

BREWERY BEER & MORE The Gulden Spoor brewery has grown into a leading brewery offering an extensive range of Flemish classics and many unique limited editions. Also head to ’t Rusteel, right next door to the brewery, where founders Peter and Kathleen, together with their daughter Marie and son Pieter, pair the beers with a mouth-watering brasserie cuisine.

MORE INFORMATION:

Heulestraat 170 – 8560 Gullegem (Wevelgem) T. +32 498 15 38 60 – www.guldenspoor.be

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GULLEGEM

IRMA’S FEEST- EN KOFFIEHUIS

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BEER & MORE

Irma’s Feest- en Koffiehuis boasts a phenomenal beer menu where Flemish all-time classics jostle tasty newcomers from local breweries. When you step into the warm interior of 'Irma’s Merry Coffee House', you’ll be whisked back to your granny’s living room. A delicious pastry will appear in front of you – and a steaming cup of coffee if you need warming up. The café is close to the cycle network and makes a perfect stop during a day’s outing.

MORE INFORMATION:

Kwadestraat 62 – 8560 Gullegem (Wevelgem) T. +32 473 51 77 75 – www.irmagullegem.be

GULLEGEM

DE HOFNAR

BEER & MORE

De Hofnar is much more than just a coffee bar. Gabi and zythologist Frank will make you a completely fresh lunch or homemade dessert with exactly the right beer. There are regular opportunities to join in a beer tasting or get to know some of the enthusiastic local brewers. Good to know: De Hofnar can cater for any allergy with its wide range of sugarfree, gluten-free and lactose-free options.

MORE INFORMATION:

Koningin Fabiolastraat 26 – 8560 Gullegem (Wevelgem) T. +32 478 13 54 38 –www.hofnargullegem.be

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ANZEGEM

BREWERY ‘T VERZET

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BREWERY

Brewery ‘t Verzet is happy to be considered something of a rebel. Behind the scenes, the young team experiments energetically with hops, fruit and herbs. The result: a range of distinctive beers with memorable names – Rebel Local, Super Noah, Space Cadet and Caravan Sultan are just a few. If you’d like to find out more about the wondrous world of ‘t Verzet, come along for a tour or sit back on the summer pop-up beer terrace (May - August 2022).

MORE INFORMATION:

Grote Leiestraat 117 – 8570 Anzegem T. +32 474 81 79 05 – www.brouwerijtverzet.be/en

ANZEGEM

BAR NOORMAN

BEER & MORE

Parched with thirst? Stomach growling? Bar Noorman has you covered. The landlord pours a foaming mixture of water, malt, hop and yeast into the drinking horns, just like in Viking times.

Top tip: this beer Valhalla is listed in ‘Op café in Vlaanderen’, the Flemish bar-hopping guide written by well-known beer sommelier Sofie Vanrafelghem.

MORE INFORMATION:

Wortegemsesteenweg 54 – 8570 Anzegem T. +32 56 75 88 47 – www.barnoorman.com

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VICHTE

BREWERY VERHAEGHE

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BREWERY

Character, quality, authenticity – the base ingredients for every drink poured at Brewery Verhaeghe. How do they do it? You can find out during the daily guided tour. An enthusiastic guide will tell you all about the traditional brewing technique used in South West Flanders. Giant oak casks guide you through the brewing hall, towards the glorious reward: a ruby-red glass brimming with Duchesse de Bourgogne.

MORE INFORMATION:

Sint-Dierikserf 1 – 8570 Vichte (Anzegem) T. +32 56 77 70 32 – www.brouwerijverhaeghe.be

VICHTE

DEN HERT

BEER & MORE

Welcome to Vichte, the home of Brewery Verhaeghe and its renowned Duchesse de Bourgogne and Barbe beers. Make your way to the centre of this West Flanders village and look for Den Hert, a traditional beer bar, located right on the village square Vichteplaats. Step in and enjoy a portion of nostalgia along with a tasty regional beer from the Verhaeghe brewery.

MORE INFORMATION:

Vichteplaats 52 – 8570 Vichte (Anzegem) T. +32 56 77 74 82

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WAREGEM

‘T LABIERINT

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BEER BAR

The best of both worlds? At ‘t Labierint, it’s the best of three worlds! Choose from some fifty speciality beers and a wide variety of Trappist beers at the bar. Soak them up with a homemade hamburger, crisp salad or hearty pasta dish. All while enjoying the fantastic ambiance! Make sure you follow ‘t Labierint's Facebook page, as they do hold the odd party from time to time!

MORE INFORMATION:

Markt 22 – 8790 Waregem T. +32 56 29 85 74 – Facebook: T labierint

NIEUWENHOVE

HOME BREWERY & BRASSERIE ‘T GAVERHOPKE

BREWERY BEER & MORE

Sweet lychee, grapefruit, ginger, juniper berries, cherries, raisins... these are just a few of the delicious ingredients that find their way to Goed ten Nieuwenhove, a historic castle farm, where Gudrun and Bruno brew up tasty regional beers. Keen to try for yourself? You’ll be delighted to learn there’s a familyfriendly brasserie. While you decide on which homemade snack to try next, the kids will be off among the farm animals or on the bouncy castle.

MORE INFORMATION:

Platanendreef 16 – 8790 Nieuwenhove (Waregem) T. +32 497 76 04 12 – www.tgaverhopke.be

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WERVIK

IN DEN GROOTEN MORIAEN

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BEER & MORE

Wervik’s most famous regional product is its tobacco, of course.

But did you know that this city on the Lys river is also home to all kinds of other local delicacies? Try a Bleeken or Bruynen Moriaen at the bar of In den Grooten Moriaen, chased with a smooth chunk of Moriaen paté. You can share this tasty trio with friends and family, elegantly packaged in the Moriaen gift box.

MORE INFORMATION:

Koestraat 63/A – 8940 Wervik T. +32 56 31 49 24 – www.indengrootenmoriaen.be

GUIDED BEER WALK

COURTRAI GUIDED BEER WALK

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Did you know that at one time, Courtrai had a bar for every nine households? Or that the Battle of the Golden Spurs began after the populace rose up in protest at the imprisonment of their brewers? You’ll hear these and many other amazing beer facts during the guided tasting walk.

MORE INFORMATION:

Tourist Office Kortrijk: Begijnhofstraat 2 – 8500 Courtrai T. +32 56 27 78 40 – www.beerwalk.be/en/courtrai/tour

COURTRAI BEER & WALK TRAIL Follow the beer trail on foot through Courtrai’s trendy city centre and explore the city’s best beer spots at your own pace.

Slake your thirst in traditional bars, sustainable microbreweries and lively modern cafés.

DISTANCE: 5,8 km START - END: Courtrai railway station

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☛ Go to www.toerisme-leiestreek.be/beer and download our detailed route map.

SOUTH WEST FLANDERS BEER & BIKE TRAIL Hop onto the saddle for a glorious ride through South West Flanders. You’ll pedal through the close-knit Lys Region network, with regular stops at local breweries or to chat with the nicest landlords you’ll find anywhere.

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Brewery & Brasserie ’t Gaverhopke (p. 33) - between nodes 72-94

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’t Kruiske (p. 18) - a little detour between nodes 94-14

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Brewery Verhaeghe (p. 30) - a little detour starting from node 14

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Den Hert (p. 31) - a little detour starting from node 14

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Circus Brewery (p. 19) - between nodes 31-95

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Brewery ’t Verzet (p. 28) - a little detour starting from node 6

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’t Labierint (p. 32) - between nodes 47-21

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ROESELARE & CENTRAL WEST FLANDERS

DENTERGEM MEULEBEKE

ROESELARE

INGELMUNSTER IZEGEM MOORSLEDE

LEDEGEM

OOSTROZEBEKE WIELSBEKE

ROESELARE

BOMBREWERY

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BREWERY

Grain, sugar, hops – brewmaster Bert really does select every one of his ingredients himself. What’s more, he also grows, dries, bakes and roasts the grain himself. It’s no wonder that his Triporteur beers are truly in a class of their own – you won’t find this rich flavour anywhere else. If you’d like to try for yourself, head down on a Friday or Saturday, or book a thirstquenching tour.

MORE INFORMATION:

Armoedestraat 11 – 8800 Roeselare T. +32 479 68 10 24 – www.triporteurbeer.com

ROESELARE

BREWERY RODENBACH

BREWERY

The world’s most refreshing beer – at least according to beer guru Michael Jackson – awaits you in Roeselare, behind the doors of Brewery Rodenbach. You’ll learn all kinds of intriguing secrets about the famous West Flanders red-brown beer as you make your way past the 294 imposing oak casks. Back in the visitor centre, get to know the Rodenbach family over a refreshing glass of one of the Rodenbach beers.

MORE INFORMATION:

Spanjestraat 133 – 8800 Roeselare T. +32 51 27 27 00 – www.palm.be/en/rodenbach

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ROESELARE

‘T MOTJE

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BEER BAR

The atmospheric ‘t Motje gastro bar has a welcoming ambiance for all its guests, young and old. In addition to 350 beers, the menu also offers plenty of tasty snacks. Other great assets are the large terrace and the enclosed outdoor playground.

Inside you can immerse yourself in a piece of Roeselare history and learn all about the famous Rodenbach brewery.

MORE INFORMATION:

Rumbeeksesteenweg 241 – 8800 Roeselare T. +32 51 69 60 04 – Facebook: Eet en Sfeercafé ‘t Motje

IZEGEM

OUDE SINT-PIETER

BEER BAR

A traditional pub that will instantly catapult you into times gone by. In this charming setting, browse through a menu of around 85 regional beers. Soak up the beer with a platter of bubbelknabbels from the snack menu, or enjoy the legendary Sint-Pieter spaghetti. If the sun’s shining, the enchanting courtyard is a lovely place to relax. And if you find you just can’t leave – well, the evening atmosphere is always fantastic!

MORE INFORMATION:

Sint-Pietersstraat 18 – 8870 Izegem T. +32 478 26 70 76 – www.oudesintpieter.be

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IZEGEM EMELGEM

BREWERY D’OUDE MAALDERIJ & BREWPUB THE MASH

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BREWERY BEER & MORE

‘Learn to taste, dare to love’: that’s the motto at Brewery D’Oude Maalderij. Two passions flow together here: beer and nostalgia. The beer is brewed in the traditional manner – and sampled in the traditional manner. If you want to sip from a glass, make your way to the iconic café The Mash. And here’s a tip: ratebeer.com has listed The Mash as Belgium’s top brewpub several times in a row so far!

MORE INFORMATION:

Ardooisestraat 130 – 8870 Emelgem (Izegem) T. +32 486 69 30 34 – www.doudemaalderij.com

EMELGEM

BIERKASTEEL & MICHELLES PUB & BRASSERIE

BREWERY BEER & MORE

A modern castle where tradition and innovation are perfectly interwoven might sound like a fairy tale, but it’s real: welcome to the Bierkasteel of Brewery Vanhonsebrouck, the birthplace of Filou and Kasteelbier. From Tuesday to Saturday, you can come and enjoy a glimpse behind the scenes of one of Europe’s most up-to-date family breweries. The tour starts from the Bierboetiek (the brewery’s shop) – and you can always finish up in Michelles Pub & Brasserie.

MORE INFORMATION:

Brouwerijstraat 1 – 8870 Emelgem (Izegem) T. +32 51 62 27 30 – www.vanhonsebrouck.be/en

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MEUILEBEKE

CAFÉ DEN BIECHTSTOEL

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BEER BAR

Got something you need to get off your chest? Ann and Nathalie are there for you! Café Den Biechtstoel’s agony aunts have a vast assortment of beers to oil their guests’ confessions in their cozy bar and lovely garden. Our top tip is the house beer: Zondaar, which you won’t get anywhere else, is a robust Tripel served in artistic stone tankards. The perfect match to a flammkuchen, hot tapas from the wood-fired oven or the best spaghetti in the area.

MORE INFORMATION:

Veldstraat 78 – 8760 Meulebeke T. +32 51 80 94 27 – Facebook: Café Den Biechtstoel

MEULEBEKE

HOME BREWERY KLONDIKER

BREWERY

Brewery Klondiker might be no more than eight metres by three, but that’s all this pocket brewery needs to create its craft beers. If you’d like to try them for taste, head into the brandnew tasting room. Enjoy a Dust, Claim, Lupor or another variety of bottled gold. Kathleen and Dirk also use their house beers as the basis for a selection of delicious food & drink options: beer bread, beer pâté ... there’s even a hoppy Bunkhouse Gin! During the summer months you can enjoy all those goodies in the luscious beer garden.

MORE INFORMATION:

Spoorweglaan 2 – 8760 Meulebeke T. +32 499 72 19 53 – www.huisbrouwerijklondiker.be

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SINT-ELOOIS-WINKEL

KEUVELKROEG ARBEIDERSHUIS

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BEER BAR

No one sits still for long at Keuvelkroeg Arbeidershuis, the old workers’ social club! On Sundays the patrons will be swaying to the best of Blues or queuing up for the monthly aperitif concert. The pub also has its own cycling club, basketball club, and beer-tasting club. During the thirsty meetings, members sip at some of the tastiest brews the country has on offer – including a mild Arbeider Tripel pale ale. Cheers!

MORE INFORMATION:

Gullegemsestraat 108 – 8880 Sint-Eloois-Winkel (Ledegem) T. +32 56 50 18 09 – www.keuvelkroegarbeidershuis.be

BEER WALK

ROESELARE BEER WALK

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The Roeselare Beer Walk leads you through the home of Rodenbach. Stroll past new and long-gone breweries, and rest your feet in pubs contemporary or traditional. You can pick up a free map with the route from Tourist Information in the KOERS museum.

MORE INFORMATION:

KOERS. Museum of Cycle Racing: Polenplein 15 – 8800 Roeselare T. +32 51 26 24 00 – www.visitroeselare.be/en/see-do/on-foot-by-bike/ roeselare-beer-trail

ROESELARE AND CENTRAL WEST FLANDERS BEER & BIKE TRAIL Belgium can lay claim to being the country for beer! For proof, look no further than this bike route in Central West Flanders. You’ll spin through Roeselare, Meulebeke and Izegem. Everywhere on the Lys Region cycle network, you’ll come across enthusiastic brewmasters, zythologists and beer aficionados.

24

Meulebeke

START

Roeselare

32 22 94

26

2

53

78

3

64

50

8

92

Rumbeke 40

Emelgem

12 21 50

32 - 22 - 26 - 78 24 - 53 - 27 - 64 74 - 68 - 83 - 12 21 - 20 - 50 - 95 40 - 92 - 94 - 22 32

27

5

Kachtem 7

NODES

BIERWANDELROUTE BEER & BIKE TRAIL

1

83

4 Ingelmunster

68

74

6

20

95

DISTANCE: 42,6 km START - END: Roeselare railway station (node 32) BICYCLE RENTAL: Roeselare railway station (node 32)

1

Brewery Rodenbach (p. 41) - node 22

2

Café Den Biechtstoel (p. 46) - a little detour before node 64

3

Home Brewery Klondiker (p. 47) - a little detour before node 64

4

Bierkasteel & Michelles Pub & Brasserie (p. 45) - node 83

5

d’Oude Maalderij & The Mash (p. 44) - a detour starting from node 12

6

Oude Sint-Pieter (p. 43) - between nodes 21-20

7

BOMbrewery (p. 40) - between nodes 95-40

8

’t Motje (p. 42) - a detour between nodes 92-94

☛ Go to www.toerisme-leiestreek.be/beer and download our detailed route map.

GHENT & EAST FLEMISH LYS REGION

10 GHENT

ST.-MARTENS-LATEM

DEINZE

NAZARETH

ZULTE

GHENT

BROUWBAR

BREWERY

Enjoy a beer foaming fresh from the Brouwbar pumps. Call in from Wednesday to Sunday and spend a while leaning on a cask sipping a typical Belgian beer with a unique edge. This Ghent nanobrewery serves up superb pale and brown beers with something to suit every taste – fruity, sharp, bitter or sweet. As for the buzzing atmosphere – that’s free!

MORE INFORMATION:

Oudburg 70A-72A – 9000 Ghent T. +32 485 40 63 19 – www.brouwbar.be

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GHENT

WATERHUIS AAN DE BIERKANT

54

BEER BAR

Have a seat on a terrace full of flowers in the heart of Ghent, with the water of the river Lys peacefully flowing right beside you. A quick glance at the menu says it all: here you will soon be tasting the best beers Belgium has to offer... Waterhuis aan de Bierkant serves Ghent classics, such as Klokke Roeland, Gandavum and Mammelokker, as well as plenty of other delicious beers, all yours to discover.

MORE INFORMATION:

Groentenmarkt 9 – 9000 Ghent T. +32 9 225 06 80 – Facebook: Waterhuis aan de Bierkant

GHENT

DE DULLE GRIET

BEER BAR

There is one unbreakable rule at De Dulle Griet: if you order a house Max, you have to surrender a shoe. Your footwear will be hoisted to the ceiling in a basket. When you return your empty glass, your shoe will be lowered and returned to you. If you’d rather not sit at the bar in your socks, don’t worry: there are 500 other beers you’re welcome to try with your shoes on.

MORE INFORMATION:

Vrijdagmarkt 50 – 9000 Ghent contact@dullegriet.be – www.dullegriet.be/en

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GHENT

DOK BREWING COMPANY

56

BREWERY

Hip, hipper, hippest! The Dok Brewing Company brewpub will enchant you with its industrial appearance and extensive menu. You won’t find any Belgian classics here: what Dok Brewing Company offers is fresh, original beers from its own brewery. Overwhelmed by choice? Try the Taster Flight and sip your way through ten innovative beer styles. While you’re in Dok Noord in Ghent, satisfy your hunger pangs at RØK or BØEF.

MORE INFORMATION:

Hal 16, Dok Noord 4B – 9000 Ghent info@dokbrewingcompany.be – www.dokbrewingcompany.be

GHENT

KAFFEE DE PLANCK

BEER BAR

You’ll never forget a visit to Kaffee De Planck! Step on board an authentic riverboat, sit down in the cosy floating setting, and drift through some 200 beers. Don’t worry about seasickness – certainly not with a foaming Planckske in your hand. This traditionally brewed beer pairs perfectly with a homemade croque monsieur or a platter of borrelhapjes (bar snacks, for the uninitiated).

MORE INFORMATION:

Ter Platen – 9000 Ghent T. +32 478 76 94 16 – www.deplanck.be/en

57

GHENT

KANTIEN

58

BEER & MORE

Fancy something a little different? Make your way to Kantien, a modern bar & restaurant featuring unusual local drinks and dishes. Tickle your taste buds with a delicious craft beer.

What’s more, it’s not just a feast for your taste buds: there is a great view over Ghent’s water sports arena. Sip your pint and watch the energetic rowers criss-crossing the racecourse.

MORE INFORMATION:

Kanodreef 1 – 9000 Ghent T. +32 9 234 00 29 – www.kantien.be

GHENT

ROCK CIRCUS

BEER BAR

Owner Jan commissioned his ten-metre-long bar from the Netherlands. At its sixty pumps, Jan pulls the finest Belgian beers in all scents, colours and flavours. He chooses every one himself and delights in serving undiscovered treasures from unknown brewers. And do you know what Jan’s other passion is? Rock music! We don’t need to tell you what vibrates through the speakers at Rock Circus!

MORE INFORMATION:

Overpoortstraat 22 – 9000 Ghent Facebook: Rock Circus Gent

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GHENT

GRUUT CITY BREWERY

60

BREWERY

Give your taste buds a treat at Gruut City Brewery. You’ll be welcomed into the City Brewery in Ghent’s centre by Annick, who’ll be delighted to introduce you to her unique Gruut beers, brewed with medieval herbs and not a single hop! Curious to find out more? Settle down in the tasting bar, take the tour, or take a turn at being an ale alchemist and mix your own blonde Gruut!

MORE INFORMATION:

Rembert Dodoensdreef 1 – 9000 Ghent T. +32 9 269 02 69 – www.gruut.be/en

GHENT

TRAPPISTENHUIS

BEER BAR

What’s in a name? The Trappistenhuis in Ghent is an ode to Belgian and Trappist beers. If you want to try them all, you’ll need about 170 glasses. But if you fear that might be too much of a good thing, you can’t go wrong with a selection of local Lys Region brews. A glass of Triporteur, Ghent Gruut, Bavo, Gentse Strop or Johannes, and you’ll be ready for anything!

MORE INFORMATION:

Brabantdam 164 – 9000 Ghent T. +32 9 224 29 37 – www.trappistenhuis.com

61

GHENT

TROLLEKELDER

62

BEER BAR

The Trollekelder, or troll cellar, is well known in Ghent. Once a bookshop, the fifteenth-century building nestling by St James' Church is now an iconic beer bar in the city centre. Step in for a hoppy trip through the world of Belgian beers. You’ll be accompanied by several adorable trolls hiding out in this traditional beer bar. Don’t miss their recommended Beer of the Month!

MORE INFORMATION:

Bij Sint-Jacobs 17 – 9000 Ghent T. +32 477 40 92 37 – www.trollekelder.be

DEINZE

BRASSERIE BRUNO

BEER & MORE

You can’t fail to spot Brasserie BrunO rising above the banks of the Lys river. Walk into the old warehouse on the riverbank and you’ll find yourself in a sociable modern café. Insider tip: it has a fantastic kitchen and regularly adds new recipes to the menu.

Pair your food with the perfect beer and you might just find you never want to leave!

MORE INFORMATION:

Kalkhofstraat 4 – 9800 Deinze T. +32 9 386 03 43 – www.brasseriebruno.be

63

GOTTEM

HOME BREWERY SINT CANARUS

64

BREWERY

Are you something of a beer gourmet? If so, make sure to add this tiny home brewery to your bucket list. Sint Canarus opens up its tasting bar every Sunday. Try out a Stoute Piet, Straffe Piet or Witte Piet. You’ll also love the artisanal Sint Canarus Tripel with its herby flavours. Or perhaps the fruity Potteloerke is more your style? All beers are served in a sturdy tankard.

MORE INFORMATION:

Polderweg 2B – 9800 Gottem (Deinze) T. +32 51 63 69 31 – www.sintcanarus.be/en

MACHELEN-AAN-DE-LEIE

CAFÉ DE EENDRACHT

BEER BAR

The Flemish folk bar a dying breed? It's still alive and well in Machelen-aan-de-Leie – certainly since Laurence and Nico flung open the doors of Café De Eendracht. Their goal was to bring people together over a pint and their bar has dozens of strong beers and cocktails to try. Fancy a bold combo? Give the Pils-Picon or Duvel-Kriek a go. And once you’re fortified with a little Dutch courage, why not give us a tune on Nico’s guitar?

MORE INFORMATION:

Petegemstraat 23 – 9870 Machelen-aan-de-Leie (Zulte) T. +32 495 41 80 55 – Facebook: Café De Eendracht

65

MACHELEN-AAN-DE-LEIE

PUB DE AVONDEN

66

BEER BAR

It’s not a bar if it doesn’t serve beer. And De Avonden takes its role as a pub very seriously: it serves over 240 beers. The bar also offers a wide range of wines by the glass. As you soak up your drinks with a plate of tapas and a session of rock or folk music, you’ll soon find a pleasant afternoon fugues into a memorable evening.

MORE INFORMATION:

Posthoornstraat 41B – 9870 Machelen-aan-de-Leie (Zulte) T. +32 9 398 26 20 – www.herbergdeavonden.be

GUIDED BBERWALK BEERGENT WALK

GHENT GUIDED BEER WALK

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Ghent's beer history takes you hundreds of years back in time, when monasteries, churches and abbeys started brewing delicious city beers. A beer guide will take you on a tour and tell you all about Ghent’s beer stories. Need a little break along the way? The tour includes a stop at five tasting locations. Cheers!

MEER INFO:

Visit Gent: Sint-Veerleplein 5 – 9000 Ghent T. +32 9 266 56 60 – visit.gent.be/en/see-do/brewery

GHENT BEER & WALK TRAIL This trail takes you right through the heart of Ghent. Head into a world of hops, malt and barley. Wander between traditional wood-panelled pubs and ultra-modern breweries and soak up the appeal of this historic city.

4

d

DISTANCE: 6,9 km START - END: Car park Gent Zuid

BIERWANDELROUTE BEER & WALK TRAIL

Nieuw lan

(public transport by bus/tram from Gent-Sint-Pieters to Zuid or on foot from Gent-Dampoort)

Patershol

5 Vrijdag3 markt Sint Jacobs

6

7 2

Graffitistraat

68

1

Trappistenhuis (p. 61)

2

Trollekelder (p. 62)

3

City Brewery Gruut (p. 60)

4

Dok Brewing Company (p. 56)

5

Brouwbar (p. 53)

6

Waterhuis aan de Bierkant (p. 54)

7

De Dulle Griet (p. 55)

Brab

antd

am

1

START

P ZUID

☛ Go to www.toerisme-leiestreek.be/beer and download our detailed route map.

GHENT AND EAST FLEMISH LYS REGION BEER & BIKE TRAIL The cycle network through the East Flemish Lys Region takes you from one rolling hill to the next, through picturesque Deinze and charming Machelen-aan-de-Leie. Stop in and recharge at the taproom in a local brewery, or at one of the fantastic bars along the route.

DISTANCE: 30,4 km START - END: Deinze railway station BICYCLE RENTAL: - Bike Corner: www.bikecorner.be - Fietspunt: www.fietspunten.be

9

2 3 5

6 START

83 Grammene

2

86

80 82 84 85 3

Machelenaan-de-Leie

8

Deinze

13 14

Petegem-aan-de-leie

19

69

10

4

87

NODES

88

1

11

BIERFIETSROUTE BEER & BIKE TRAIL

Bachte-Maria-Leerne

6 - 5 - 3 - 2 - 80 - 83 88 - 86 - 82 - 84 - 85 87 - 8 - 10 - 19 - 14 - 13 11 - 9 - 6

1

Brasserie BrunO (p. 63) - node 6

2

Brewery Sint Canarus (p. 64) - between nodes 88-86

3

Café De Eendracht (p. 65) - a little a detour starting from node 85

4

Pub De Avonden (p. 66) - a little a detour between nodes 85-87

☛ Go to www.toerisme-leiestreek.be/beer and download our detailed route map.

TOURS BY PRIOR BOOKING

INDIVIDUAL ACCESS

BEER & MORE

BEER BAR

BREWERY

INDEX COURTRAI & SOUTH WEST FLANDERS

P.

Brewery Benoit

Courtrai

Casa Verdi

Courtrai

x

x

Cassimir

Courtrai

x

x

deDingen / Brewery Ruimtegist

Courtrai

Gainsbar

Courtrai

x

In de Wolken

Courtrai

x

Souffleur

Courtrai

Brewery De Feniks

Heule (Courtrai)

x

x

13

Brewery Toye

Marke (Courtrai)

x

x

14

Brewery Omer Vander Ghinste

Bellegem (Courtrai)

x

x

15

Brewery De Meester

Lendelede

x

x

16

Brewery De Brabandere

Bavikhove (Harelbeke)

x

x

17

't Kruiske

Deerlijk

Circus Brewery

Zwevegem

Hert & Ziel

Zwevegem

Brewery Alvinne

Moen (Zwevegem)

Bierhuis De Mythe

Wevelgem

x

x

22

Cultuurcafé De Barrière

Wevelgem

x

x

23

Brasserie Bergelen

Gullegem (Wevelgem)

Brewery Gulden Spoor / 't Rusteel

Gullegem (Wevelgem)

Irma's Feest- en Koffiehuis

x

x

x

x

x

x

8

x

x

11

x

x x

12

18

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Gullegem (Wevelgem)

x

x

De Hofnar

Gullegem (Wevelgem)

x

x

Brewery 't Verzet

Anzegem

Noorman

Gijzelbrechtegem (Anzegem)

Brewery Verhaeghe

Vichte (Anzegem)

Den Hert

Vichte (Anzegem)

't Labierint

Waregem

Home Brewery & Brasserie 't Gaverhopke

Nieuwenhove (Waregem)

In den Grooten Moriaen

Wervik

x

x x

x x x

27

x

x

x

28 29

x

30 31

x x

25 26

x

x

21

24

x

x x

19 20

x

x

9 10

x

x

x

7

x

x

x

6

32

x

33 34

INDIVIDUAL ACCESS

TOURS BY PRIOR BOOKING

BEER & MORE

BEER BAR

BREWERY

x

x

40

x

x

41

ROESELARE & CENTRAL WEST FLANDERS

P.

BOMbrewery

Roeselare

x

Brewery Rodenbach

Roeselare

x

't Motje

Roeselare

x

x

42

Oude Sint-Pieter

Izegem

x

x

43

Brewery d'Oude Maalderij & Brewpub The Mash

Emelgem (Izegem)

Bierkasteel & Michelles Pub & Brasserie

Emelgem (Izegem)

Café Den Biechtstoel

Meulebeke

Home Brewery Klondiker

Meulebeke

Keuvelkroeg Arbeidershuis

Sint-Eloois-Winkel (Ledegem)

x

x

x

x

44

x

x

x

x

45

x

x

x

x x

46

x

47

x

48

x

53 54

GHENT & EAST FLEMISH LYS REGION

P.

Brouwbar

Gent

Waterhuis aan de Bierkant

Gent

x

x

De Dulle Griet

Gent

x

x

Dok Brewing Company

Gent

Kaffee De Planck

Gent

Kantien

Gent

Rock Circus

Gent

Brewery Gruut

Gent

Trappistenhuis

Gent

x

x

61

Trollekelder

Gent

x

x

62

Brasserie BrunO

Deinze

x

63

Brewery Sint Canarus

Gottem (Deinze)

Café De Eendracht

Machelen-aan-de-Leie (Zulte)

x

x

65

Pub De Avonden

Machelen-aan-de-Leie (Zulte)

x

x

66

x

x

x x x x

57

x

58

x

x

56

x

x

x

x

55

x

x

59

x

x

60

64