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One of the oldest breweries in Belgium has operated inside an old beguinage (a sort of convent) in the historic city of Mechelen since 1471. The Van Breedam family then purchased it in 1872. They're still running it today, producing beers like Gouden Carolus Classic dark ale and Lucifer, a strong and bitter blonde.

The visit takes less than two hours, including a tasting, and ends on the rooftop with an unparalleled view of Mechelen's famous St. Rumbold's Tower.

Soak up (or sleep off) the beer buzz: A good sponge for all that beer is a plate of stoofvlees (Flemish beef stew) and other Belgian dishes at Het Anker's brasserie. The brewery also has an on-site hotel.