In the South of West Flanders - just behind the Belgian coast lies the friendly little town of Poperinge, famous for its hops and lace.
The town of Poperinge is situated about 8 miles to the west of Ieper/Ypres. The region is famous for growing hops. Poperinge is home to the national hop museum. There are over 800 different types of beer in Belgium. One of the famous local beers is Sixtus, which is brewed in the St. Sixtus Abbey in Westvleteren...
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In the South of West Flanders - just behind the Belgian coast lies the friendly little town of Poperinge, famous for its hops and lace.
The town of Poperinge is situated about 8 miles to the west of Ieper/Ypres. The region is famous for growing hops. Poperinge is home to the national hop museum. There are over 800 different types of beer in Belgium. One of the famous local beers is Sixtus, which is brewed in the St. Sixtus Abbey in Westvleteren, about 4 kilometres north-west of Poperinge.
The history of Poperinge is strongly linked to the history of the First World war. Poperinge was just behind the frontline and formed an important link for the British soldiers and their families, especially via the Talbot House.
Poperinge officical website
Map situating Poperinge
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