Poperinge

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... more

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