Bike Across Belgium
The Perfect Combo: A Brewery Hopping Tour in a European Bicycling Mecca
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There is nothing quite like biking through Belgium’s contrasting landscape of flatlands in Flanders and the rolling hills in French-speaking Wallonia. It’s truly a cyclist’s dream and home to arguably the most scenic cycling in Europe. There are miles of bicycle paths that zigzag along romantic canals and wind their way between quaint towns, charming castles, outdoor cafés and incredible restaurants. This combination of bicycle infrastructure, gorgeous scenery, delicious food and varied culture help explain why cycling is the country’s national sport. For pedaling aficionados, Belgium is a bicycling, foodie and craft beer mecca to include on your biking bucket list!
In Belgium, the beer culture is at a level of refinement, depth, and complexity that easily rivals any renowned wine region. There are 1,100+ beers brewed in Belgium. In addition to six Trappist ales and other abbey beers, it churns out lagers such as Stella Artois and Jupiler. Tipplers can also choose from an array of wheat beers, brown ales, red beers, golden ales, saison beers based on old farmhouse recipes, and any number of regional brews. Our Belgium bike tour, we visit several celebrated sites and pubs. This is a dream cycling vacation!
Tour Essence
- Visit Luxembourg, Belgium and the Netherlands
- Ride through renowned brewing sites, such as Achouffe, Leffe, Hoegaarden, and discover and taste a legendary brewing tradition
- Visit the old historical brewery Het Anker, complete with tasting
- Visit Mechelen and climb it’s monumental gothic St. Rumbold’s Tower
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Leuven with its stunning gothic city hall, and Bruges, often compared to Venice for its canals and Florentine touch
- Pedal some of the muren (walls) featured on the Tour of Flanders, one of the most charming pro-cycling races in the world, and visit its cycling museum in Oudenaarde
- Visit the impressive citadel of Dinant and enjoy the view from the cliff to the Meuse valley
What to Expect
Terrain
Hilly with flat sections alternating with steep, short climbsStart Location
Clervaux, LuxembourgEnd Location
Bruges, BelgiumMileage
Average Daily: 41 miles Total: 326 milesElevation
Average Daily: 1,951 ft Total: 15,610 ft
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- Van support
- Expert, bilingual guides
- Guided tour of the oldest brewery still active in Mechelen, complete with tasting
- Trappist beer and cheese tasting
- Guided visits in Leuven and Bruges
- Entrance to the Tour of Flanders Museum in Oudenaarde
- Entrance to St. Rumbold’s Tower in Mechelen
- Cable car and entrance to the citadel of Dinant
- Entrance to Leffe beer museum in Dinant, complete with tasting
What’s Included
- Use of our exclusive carbon road bike, La Classica Ribelle (or Equivalent Carbon Road Bike)
- Garmin Edge Touring GPS loaded with the GPX tracks of your rides
- Two water bottles
- Saddle bag with repair kit
- Optional: Map holder on handlebar
Pedal Options
- Flat pedals
- Half-toe pedals (without straps)
What’s Not Included
- Helmet
- Optional: clipless/SPD pedals with shoes
- Optional: your own saddle
- All accommodations
- All breakfasts
- 2 lunches
- 6 dinners
In Belgium, the beer culture is at a level of refinement, depth, and complexity that easily rivals any renowned wine region. There are 1,100+ beers brewed in Belgium. In addition to six Trappist ales and other abbey beers, it churns out lagers such as Stella Artois and Jupiler. Tipplers can also choose from an array of wheat beers, brown ales, red beers, golden ales, saison beers based on old farmhouse recipes, and any number of regional brews. Our new Belgium bike tour gives you access to more boutique breweries than any other European bicycle tour. This is a dream cycling vacation!
2024
2025
Start Location
Clervaux, LuxembourgFly Into
Brussels (BRU)End Location
Bruges, BelgiumFly Out Of
Brussels (BRU)Clervaux, Luxembourg
Meals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
13 milesElevation Gain
1,176 ftRiding Terrain
HillyMeals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Le Clervaux
Hotel Le Clervaux is a 5-star hotel located in the heat of the Luxembourg Ardennes. It features individually decorated suites, an exquisite restaurant, spacious spa, indoor pool, and a wide range of cultural events that are sure to create an unforgettable experience for you.
Clervaux to Marcourt
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
48/55 milesElevation Gain
3,552/4,340 ftRiding Terrain
HillyMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel La Grande Cure
The Hotel La Grande Cure is a rustic hotel located just outside of Marcourt, a small Ardennes village. The hotel is surrounded by a beautiful garden and offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
Marcourt to Dinant
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
41/52 milesElevation Gain
2,623/3,232 ftRiding Terrain
HillyMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
La Merveilleuse
Hotel La Merveilleuse is an old convent on the left side of the Meuse river which has been transformed into a hotel. It offers a unique view of the Meuse river and over the city of Dinant with its impressive citadel and Bayard rock. The breakfast and restaurant areas are in the old cloister and the old church hoses the now Leffe beer museum.
Dinant to Leuven
Meals Provided
BreakfastAverage Mileage
56 milesElevation Gain
1,843 ftRiding Terrain
Mostly flat, many bike pathsMeals Provided
BreakfastAccommodations
Martin’s Klooster Hotel
The 4-star Klooster hotel is a charming hotel in town, built on the site of an ancient monastery and with plenty of outdoor cafes, perfect for a relaxing evening after a long ride.
Leuven to Mechelen
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
23/46 milesElevation Gain
417/1,000 ftRiding Terrain
Flat on bike pathsMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Martin’s Patershof Hotel
The 4-star Patershof hotel is built inside a 19th century Gothic church. Blending fantasy and creativity, this hotel is set in the town centre, adding to the unique stay you are sure to have.
Mechelen to Oudenaarde
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
58/60 milesElevation Gain
1,650/1,860 ftRiding Terrain
Mostly flat on bike paths in the morning, more hilly in the afternoon, optional short extra loop with steep cobbled rampsMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Leopold
The 4-star Hotel Leopold is a modern hotel near the Scheldt river. The stylish rooms have a relaxed, contemporary feel and feature the best comforts in order to make your stay in Oudenaarde unique.
Oudenaarde to Bruges
Meals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAverage Mileage
50/56 milesElevation Gain
1,113/1,585 ftRiding Terrain
Mostly flat, several bike paths. Steep cobbled climbs on optional extra loopMeals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAccommodations
Hotel De Tuilerieën
Hotel De Tuilerieën is a luxurious contemporary hotel in an elegant patrician home from the 15th century. The hotel is situated along one of the most beautiful canals in Bruges, the Dijver, also known as “Holy Water,” and is one of the city’s oldest canals. This enthralling location immediately immerses you in the enchanting atmosphere of the historic town of Bruges. The hotel is conveniently located just 50 meters from the celebrated market square. The hotel has a bar and lounge where you can relax and unwind.The 4-star Hotel De Tuilerieën has been a Small Luxury Hotels of the World member since 1998.
Bruges Loop to the Netherlands and North Sea
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
37 milesElevation Gain
574 ftRiding Terrain
FlatMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel De Tuilerieën
Hotel De Tuilerieën is a luxurious contemporary hotel in an elegant patrician home from the 15th century. The hotel is situated along one of the most beautiful canals in Bruges, the Dijver, also known as “Holy Water,” and is one of the city’s oldest canals. This enthralling location immediately immerses you in the enchanting atmosphere of the historic town of Bruges. The hotel is conveniently located just 50 meters from the celebrated market square. The hotel has a bar and lounge where you can relax and unwind.The 4-star Hotel De Tuilerieën has been a Small Luxury Hotels of the World member since 1998.
