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Brouwerij Cantillon

Brouwerij Cantillon
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Tucked away in the Anderlecht district of Brussels, Brouwerij Cantillon is a living testament to Belgium’s brewing heritage. Founded in 1900 by Paul Cantillon, this family-run brewery is the last traditional lambic producer within the city. It doubles as the Brussels Museum of the Gueuze, offering visitors a rare glimpse into the age-old process of spontaneous fermentation. Inside the atmospheric brewhouse, time seems to stand still—wooden barrels, copper kettles, and cobwebbed cellars evoke a bygone era. Cantillon’s beers, including gueuze, kriek, and framboise, are crafted using wild yeasts and aged in oak casks, resulting in complex, tart flavours beloved by connoisseurs. A self-guided tour leads through the brewing and bottling rooms, ending with a tasting that showcases the brewery’s distinctive character. More than a destination for beer lovers, Cantillon is a cultural experience—an authentic slice of Brussels where tradition, craftsmanship, and passion ferment into something truly unique.

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Brouwerij Cantillon, also known as the Cantillon Brewery and the Brussels Museum of the Gueuze, is located at 56 Rue Gheude in the Anderlecht district of Brussels. This family-run brewery, founded in 1900, is renowned for its traditional production of Lambic, Gueuze, Faro, and Kriek beers, using methods and equipment that have remained unchanged for over a century. The brewery itself is a living museum, offering visitors a unique glimpse into the authentic brewing process and the atmospheric barrel rooms where the beers mature. The surrounding neighborhood is vibrant and easily accessible, just a five-minute walk from Gare du Midi, one of Brussels’ main train stations, and close to metro stops like Clemenceau and Lemonnier. Nearby, you’ll find the Marché du Midi, a bustling market, and the Sewer Museum, which offers an unusual perspective on the city’s history. The area is also dotted with a variety of local restaurants and cafés, such as BARBQ and Brasserie Saint Nicolas, making it easy to combine your brewery visit with a taste of Belgian cuisine. The iconic Grand Place is less than a mile away, placing Cantillon within easy reach of Brussels’ most famous sights.

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