A Guide to Visiting the Trappist Abbeys and Breweries of Belgium
Belgium is renowned for its beer, and at the heart of this tradition are the Trappist abbeys, where monks craft some of the world’s finest brews. Scattered across Flanders and Wallonia, these six abbeys—Westmalle, Westvleteren, Chimay, Rochefort, Orval, and Achel—combine spiritual serenity with brewing excellence. This beginner-friendly guide offers a journey through their historic grounds,