Bruges, Belgium

Bruges, Belgium, offers an authentic medieval beer experience, distinguished by the historic De Halve Maan Brewery, which has been in operation for over 160 years. This brewery is notable for its innovative two-mile underground beer pipeline, completed in 2016, which transports beer from the brewery to a bottling plant outside the city center. For enthusiasts of rare and highly-rated beers, the nearby Westvleteren Brewery consistently produces ales that have been recognized as among the best in the world. Bruges itself is a haven for collectors, boasting numerous bottle shops, providing access to a wide selection of Belgian lambics and other specialty beers.