Cycling route: Leuven, charming beer city
You cycle through the city centre and discover why Leuven is a beer city. Take a break on the way at one of the three local breweries.
This is one of the three Leuven Beer Adventure cycling routes.
Discover the cycling route
Discover the city centre with its iconic beer cafés and beer shops on this शांत city route. The loop passes no fewer than three local breweries. Put together your own peloton at neighbourhood brewery de Coureur, have lunch or dinner at city brewery and restaurant Domus, or take a break at brasserie De Abdijmolen in Park Abbey, where the beers of abbey brewery Braxatorium Parcensis are on the menu.
On map
- View the route in Google Maps.
- Navigate with the GPX file:
Get your Taste Ticket
Pause mid-tour at Smederij for a tasting of 4 local Adept beers and extra snacks. The Taste Ticket is valid for 7 days. When you do the tastings included in the Taste Ticket is up to you. Before you leave, check the opening hours below.
- Price: €15
- Opening hours Smederij:
- Wednesday-Sunday starting from 11:30
- Saturday starting from 14:00
Highlight on the route
Brewery de Coureur
Tucked away in a residential area, discover a 'Life is Brewtiful' moment. Brewer Bart exclusively serves his draft beers in the taproom! And feel free to bring your own food.
Breery Stella Artois
The world’s largest brewery concern AB InBev and its famous beer Stella Artois are still firmly rooted in their hometown Leuven. Take part in an interactive guided tour, on the weekends.
Hops 'n More
Two passionate guys share their love for beers in their shop with 500+ craft beers, ciders, meads, and more. Indulge with a draft beer on the sunny terrace.
MALZ
With 12 beers on tap, a broad menu featuring Belgian and international craft beers, ciders, meads & sodas, paired with local snacks, MALZ elevates the Leuven beer scene.
Brewery Domus
A well-known landmark in the heart of Leuven. In this cosy city brewery, beer is still brewed on site. Enjoy a house beer on the terrace or in the authentic restaurant.
Brewery Braxatorium Parcensis
Located in the historic Park Abbey, Braxatorium Parcensis brews characterful beers with respect for tradition and craftsmanship. Their beers can be tasted on site at Brasserie De Abdijmolen.
Brochure
Download the cycling brochure and discover lots of fun facts about the different stops.
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