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The Best Chocolate Tours in Belgium

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Centuries ago, Belgians took the luxury product their Spanish occupiers brought with them and turned the cultivation of this sweet treat into an art form. Over time, the word combo “Belgian chocolate” has come to signify indulgence of the highest quality, and participating—and sampling to your heart’s content—during these tours will make it abundantly clear why.

Chocolate Walking Tour and Workshop By Global Enterprises Also worthy of a mention in our best guided walking tours list , Global Enterprises’ Chocolate Walking Tour and Workshop combines equal parts chocolate indulgence and Belgian gastronomic history. Kicking off at the world’s first Godiva store, established amidst the ancient guild houses of the Grand-Place in the ‘20s, the tour explains how Belgium earned its reputation as the top cultivator of the cocoa-based treat. After learning that the praline was a local Brussels invention—we can thank Jean II Neuhaus and his pharmacist grandpop for it—you’ll get to try one, along with many others at the capital’s most renowned chocolatiers. Next, it’s onwards to the workshop, where you will learn how to make the praline of your dreams, filling and all. Duration: a little over 4 hours Price: €70 for adults, €40 for kids (6–12 years) The Beer & Chocolate Tour by The Brussels Journey You might raise a crinkled brow at the mention of a tour mixing chocolate and beer . However, let’s remember Belgian craft beers are nothing like your run-of-the-mill cheap lagers, and we’re actually talking about combining two of Belgium’s finest, most famous specialties here. Moreover, the chocolate and beer tastings are two separate affairs, starting with the sweet and ending with the bitter. With an intimate group, you’ll go from rich, sometimes exotic-flavored pralines—how about a hint of chili with that chocolate—in sumptuous chocolatiers to abbey brews in some of Brussels oldest pubs. Expect things to become more jolly as the day progresses and guide Marie Theys has introduced your taste buds to at least six different drinks, from Trappists to Triples to seductive blondes and hyper-local Lambics. A Chocolate & Beer Bruges spin-off is currently in the making. Duration: 3–7:30 pm (Wednesdays through Sundays) Price: €75, all tastings included

Group visit to Chocolatier Burie Driven by a love that led him to praline-making on his kitchen counter in Ostend at 20 years old, Hans Burie became Antwerp’s most revered chocolate name when he moved his business to the port city in 1962. While passersby coo at his monthly changing extravagant shop windows—think a lifelike chocolate Anaconda, an edible pair of swans or a delectable White House—the real magic, as always, is to be found behind the scenes. One-hour group tours of their atelier reveal Chocolatier Burie’s artisanal methods, now carefully watched over by Hans’ son, Lieven Burie, who took over the family business at the turn of the millennium. Duration: 1 hour Price: €20/person (includes a 250-gram box of pralines) Groups of 10 to 25 people A Chocolate Adventure by Culinary Walks Stepping in the trail of a self-confessed “master candy buff,” A Chocolate Adventure in Antwerp is just that. During the walk, it’s explained how wealthy Antwerpenaars and Belgians developed a liking for the treat brought along by the Spanish conquistadores, so much so that emulating it with the cacao beans brought in directly through the port became a high-end industry of its own. The craftsmanship and creative innovation Belgians have brought to the chocolate table gets emphasized by frequenting one candy temple after another. Later, a meal of Antwerp-style “Mole Poblano” with a dark, Belgian chocolate-based sauce is served. For dessert, guests are treated to a shot of Dominique Persoone’s “chocolate shooter,” a reimagining of the 19th-century snuff machine. In a wink back to cocoa’s bourgeois past, Belgium’s most illustrious chocolatier (more on him later) has transformed the Victorian gadget to catapult a couple of grams of cocoa spice up your nose, for as pure of a chocolate experience imaginable. Duration: 3 hours Price: €45/person for a group of more than 15. Between 10–15 people: €1 extra for every participant below 15. Between 7–10 people: €2 extra for every participant below 10.

Choco-story Museums abound in historic Bruges, and Choco-Story is about the most delectable, give or take your personal fondness for Belgian fries —that other national specialty that boasts its own, and world’s only, museum in the “Venice of the North.” Run by the same family, a combo ticket to both foodie destinations sets you back €13. Choco-Story tells the sweet’s tale from its Mayan beginnings to its modern European incarnations, with special attention given to the growing and handling of the product. Expect a thorough dip into chocolate’s world, ending with a demonstration, a sample, and, on Saturdays, a workshop. Chocoholics can bask in the afterglow at the museum’s Choco Jungle-Bar , the museum’s café, located five minutes down the road, serving flavored hot chocolates and traditional Aztec and Mayan drinks. Price: €8 for adults, €5 for kids – €18 with workshop (tickets available online ) Choco-Story, Wijnzakstraat 2, 8000 Bruges, Belgium , +32 50 61 22 37 Choco Jungle-Bar, Vlamingstraat 33, 8000 Bruges, Belgium , +32 50 34 87 37 The Chocolate Line When in Bruges, guide your own feet to Dominique Persoone’s The Chocolate Line . Inventor of such goodies as the chocolate lipstick, chocolate massage cream, and the previously mentioned chocolate shooter, Persoone has been made a member of Heston Blumenthal’s The Fat Duck think tank for a reason. Belgium’s madcap chocolatier has his flagship store in Bruges, which offers both traditional hazelnut and caramel chocolates as well as outrageous combos like bacon, wasabi, cauliflower and fried onion. While shock and awe is a definite part of The Chocolate Line’s ammo, so is attention to craft and honest ingredients, qualities both on display in the shop’s open atelier. Simon Stevinplein 19, 8000 Bruges, Belgium , +32 50 34 10 90

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Choco Story Brugge

Discover the world of chocolate

Welcome to choco-story bruges, our chocolate museum in belgium .

Discover the incredible history of Belgian cocoa and chocolate at the museum Choco-Story Bruges, The Chocolate Museum. is Open every day from 10am till 6pm (last tickets at 5pm), our chocolate museum in Belgium invites you into the world of cocoa and chocolate through a fun and interactive tour. Plan your visit to the chocolate museum now and relive over 5000 years of chocolate history with Choco-Story Bruges.

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Tickets / booking for an individual visit of Choco-Story + public workshop

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Our chocolate museum in Belgium – The passion for chocolate

Cacao has been tickling our taste buds for centuries: from the spicy drink in the Maya and Aztec civilizations to the popular sweet chocolate milk in Europe. Knowing that more than three people out of four love chocolate, it’s hardly surprising that there is an enormous fascination for this exquisite treat. ‘Where did chocolate originally come from?’, ‘How did it conquer Europe?’, ‘What’s the secret of great chocolate?’, ‘What role did the Industrial Revolution play in popularising chocolate?’, ‘Why was chocolate once used as a medicine?’. Choco-Story aims to answer these and other questions.

In 2004, our chocolate museum in Belgium opened its doors under a private initiative inspired by the Van Belle family, passionate chocolate lovers, and sponsored by Belcolade, the last manufacturer of authentic Belgian chocolate that is still Belgian-owned. The private collection of around a thousand objects makes the museum unique of its kind in Belgium. It brings to life the 5500-year-old history of chocolate in words, pictures and flavours. The museum submerges you in the exciting world of chocolate and takes you on a journey of the senses through time. A feast for the eyes, but also for the nose and the taste buds.

The visit of the chocolate museum – Live an innovative experience!

Young or old, passionate chocoholic or simply interested, the Chocolate Museum will stimulate your fascination. Innumerable authentic artefacts will undoubtedly capture the hearts of historians too.

The museum is composed of three parts :

  • The history of chocolate over the centuries. Our fun and interactive tour to discover the story of the origin and evolution of chocolate through a unique collection of almost a thousand objects.
  • The fabrication methods of cocoa and chocolate. Besides the history, the museum also reveals how chocolate is made, with special attention for the variety of raw ingredients and the development of the production process.
  • The demonstration of the making and tasting of a traditional praline. In addition to tasting various chocolates throughout the tour, you will finish the visit by tasting a real traditional praline prepared by our chocolatiers. In the demonstration center, visitors will uncover the secret of beautiful silky chocolate and get the opportunity to taste the chocolate products made in the museum.

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Demonstration and tasting

To continue your experience in the world of cocoa and chocolate, you can opt for other chocolate pleasures:

  • Our “tablet” workshop during which our chocolatiers guide you step by step in the realization of your handmade chocolates. Bars, lollipops, mendiants… Make all your chocolate treats with their precious advice!
  • A walk on the theme of chocolate. Combine the visit of our museum and the discovery of the city of Bruges with Choco-Story. You will have an unusual visit on the theme of chocolate with a stop at some of the best chocolatiers of the city.

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A unique chocolate museum in Belgium

To make known the story of the transformation of cocoa into chocolate and to promote the health and quality aspects of Belgian chocolate

Choco-Story, the Chocolate Museum is a source of data and historical, geographical and botanical information as well as recipes for:

  • Industrial and individual chocolate makers
  • Teachers and students
  • Chocolate lovers

The museum also gives the possibility to:

  • Visit the rooms of the museum
  • Consult a vast library containing works on cocoa and chocolate
  • Talk about chocolate with experts

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The house de Croon – An exceptional place for our chocolate museum in Belgium

Wine Tavern

The Maison de Croon dates from around 1480. It was originally a wine tavern. The taverniers were small wine merchants who delivered mainly within the town. They also ran wine taverns where they filled up pitchers, tankards, jugs and small barrels for the people of Bruges. Only wine was sold and drunk in the taverns. Food was available in the cafés and you could drink beer in the inns.

The Patissier

It was later used by patissiers and tart makers. The patissier baked pastries (pies filled with chicken, game or similar). Tart makers baked tarts mainly with fruit, fresh cream or marzipan and the baker baked the bread.

The house of Croon until today

In the 20th century, it was variously used as the headquarters of the employment exchange, the police training school, Crédit Communal de Belgique and VDAB (the Flemish Employment Bureau). The house of Croon now hosts the Choco-Story Bruges, the Chocolate Museum.

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Practical information to prepare your visit to our chocolate museum

Are you a chocolate lover and would like to learn more about this Belgian specialty? Do you dream of becoming a chocolate maker during a workshop with your family or friends? We have gathered below all the information you need to prepare your visit to our chocolate museum in Belgium. Book your entrance now and come live a tasty experience at Choco-Story Bruges!

How does a visit to our chocolate museum work?

Choco-Story Bruges, The Chocolate Museum, is a modern and contemporary museum that invites you to discover the world of chocolate and cocoa. The museum tour alternates between interactive rooms and permanent collections of remarkable art objects related to the world of cocoa and chocolate. Throughout the visit, you are invited to discover the origin and evolution of chocolate and to taste quality chocolate from the best chocolatiers in Belgium and elsewhere. The visit then concludes with a demonstration of the manufacturing process of the traditional Belgian praline by our master chocolate makers. In total, the visit of the museum lasts about 1h30.

What are the opening hours of our chocolate museum in Belgium?

Our Choco-Story Bruges museum is open every day from 10 am to 5 pm, with last entries possible until 4 pm. We welcome you all year round, including Sundays and vacations. However, the museum will close on December 25, 2023 and January 1, 2024 and also from January 8 to 19, 2024.

What is the price for our chocolate museum?

For a self-guided visit, our chocolate museum costs 8€ for children (3-11 years old), 13€ for adults and 11€ for seniors (65+) and young people (12-26 years old). This price includes access to the museum, the audioguide (available in 11 languages) and the demonstration of artisanal production and chocolate tasting.

As for our chocolate walk in the city, it is priced at 19€. This includes the tasting of chocolate products in 2 of the 12 best chocolate shops of the city and also the entrance to the museum.

To extend your experience in Bruges, you can also opt for a combined ticket with our other museums: Frietmuseum, Lumina Domestica and Diamantmuseum.

Do I need to book my tickets in advance?

We encourage visitors to purchase their tickets online, if possible. This will ensure that you have a place for a visit, especially during busy periods (weekends and holidays). Without a reserved ticket we cannot guarantee you access to the museum.

We also accept electronic vouchers.

Please note that our group tours and chocolate workshops are only available by reservation.

What is the address of our chocolate museum in Belgium?

The address of our chocolate museum is 2, Wijnzakstraat (Sint-Jansplein) in 8000 Bruges. The museum is located in the heart of the historical center and at 5 minutes walking distance from the Grand Place. We are easily accessible by foot, bicycle or public transport from all points of interest in the city. Moreover, you can easily visit us from all over Belgium, whether you are in Wallonia or Flanders. This way, you can easily reach us from all major cities such as Brussels, Liege or Hasselt.

Open every day

We are open 7 days a week. Wijnzakstraat 2 (Sint-Jansplein) 8000 Bruges Tel. and Fax: 050/61.22.37 [email protected]

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We are open 7 days a week. Wijnzakstraat 2 (Sint-Jansplein) 8000 Bruges Tel. & Fax: 050/61.22.37 [email protected]

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Plan your visit

Curious about how much an admission ticket for a heavenly chocolate experience costs? Do you want to know what the easiest way to get here is? You will find all useful information here.

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Information & tickets

Chocolate Nation welcomes you every day from 10:15 AM to 18:30 PM (last tour starts at 17:00 PM). Our prices include audio guides and a chocolate tasting package.

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How to get here

Find out how to get to our delicious chocolate whether you are coming on foot, by bike, train, tram or bus.

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Contact & location

There is no better location for the world’s largest Belgian chocolate museum than the heart of Antwerp, right opposite the Central Station!

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Chocolate in all its glory…

The Belgian Chocolate Village is where Belgian chocolate reveals all!

Learn everything about its prestigious history and the secrets of its production.

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From bean to bar, an interactive experience, accessible to everyone.

Accompanied by our audioguides in 7 languages with a children’s version in 3 languages (FR, NL, EN), our gourmet tours will stimulate the senses and curiosity of all chocolate lovers.

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Enjoy an immersive chocolate moment at the Belgian Chocolate Village !

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SCENOGRAPHY

Interactive multimedia presentation with touchscreen technology

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Permanent exhibition

Permanent exhibition of chocolate sculptures of famous Brussels monuments created by our master chocolatiers

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Tropical greenhouse

Indoor tropical greenhouse showcasing exotic plants connected to the cocoa bean

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Surprise exhibitions

Surprise, thematic and temporary exhibitions

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Titillate your tastebuds!

Can you smell the sweet fragrance of melted chocolate?

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L’Atelier is where you will discover live demonstrations and taste some delicacies handcrafted by our team of artisan chocolatiers

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The Belle Epoque salons

Sit back, relax and taste a few creations from the Belle Epoque salon's extensive chocolate counter

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The Boutique

make your experience a long-lasting one by bringing back home a selection of craft chocolate from all around Belgium

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Taste the belgian chocolate village's history

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Since the 19th century, the Brussels municipality of Koekelberg has been home to what is known as the "Chocolate Village".

At the very heart of this "village" lies the historical, art deco building of the former 'Biscuiteries Chocolateries Victoria'. With its stunning ceramic murals (1904), majestic central staircase and Belle Epoque panelling, this unique setting dedicated to the treasures of chocolate will be your gateway to the Belgian Chocolate Village.

Did you know that the famous Big Nuts bar - still marketed to this day by Côte d'Or - was the Victoria Biscuit & Chocolate factory’s flagship product for many years after it was created in 1953?

Jacques Brel himself might have tasted it when he was still delivering cardboard boxes to the Victoria factory while working for the family box business. That was shortly before he moved to Paris to live his "impossible dream"…

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My two children loved the demonstration - and most of all the tasting :-). We’ll be back! Florence, Ixelles

Isalyne, my granddaughter, has recently started training as a chocolate-maker. She directed me to the Chocolate Village, a place that proudly continues the Belgian tradition. Marina, Grimbergen

A fun, varied and educational excursion that is definitely worth the visit. Gave me a few weeks’ worth of topics to develop in class. Nice to find a subject that engages the students’ interest ! Pierre, Nivelles

Thanks to the team for a lovely discovery, long live Belgian chocolate! Thiago, Tarragone

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Following the decision of the Brussels' gouvernement, Choco Story Brussels, as the other museums of Brussels must close from 26/10/2020 to 18/12/2020. 

Choco story will be closed from 05/01/2021 to 05/02/2021. we will be very happy to welcome you from 06/02/2021. you can already book your visit online., choco-story, the chocolate museum is open every day from 10am till 6pm (last tickets at 5pm)., we are closed on the 25th december and january 1st and from january 8th till january 19th., please also note that on 24 and 31 december 2023 the last entry time is 3pm., discover choco-story brussels, the first chocolate museum in belgium.

Explore the history of Belgian chocolate at Choco-Story Brussels, the first chocolate museum in Belgium. Located in the heart of the capital, the museum traces the history and evolution of chocolate through an entertaining and interactive visit. Save your place now and discover the fabulous world of chocolate in our museum of cocoa and chocolate.

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A unique chocolate museum in Belgium

The Cocoa and Chocolate Museum opened its doors in 1998 at the Grand Place in Brussels. The passion and knowledge of its creators quickly made this first chocolate museum in Belgium an important showcase for quality Belgian chocolate in the heart of the capital. Our thematic and interactive rooms trace the incredible history of chocolate, from the consumption of cocoa beans by the Aztecs to the discovery of chocolate in Europe and the invention of the Belgian praline. Our workshops and tasting sessions then allow you to discover the chocolate making process. Discover the methods of harvesting cocoa beans on the plantations and the conception of chocolate in all its forms.

A unique experience in our cocoa and chocolate museum

During your visit, you will have an immersive experience in the fabulous world of cocoa and chocolate. To bring you into the incredible world of chocolate, the museum offers various activities:

  • A visit to the museum where you will discover the incredible story of cocoa and chocolate through a fun and interactive visit accessible to all.
  • The tasting of chocolates and a real Belgian praline to delight all tastes.
  • Chocolate workshops in which our visitors learn about the various production methods from the cocoa bean to the chocolate, right up to the traditional production of Belgian pralines. Our chocolate artisans will guide you step by step in the making of your chocolate bars and sweets.
  • Our shop with our variety of chocolate products available at the end of the visit.

Next to the visit of the museum you can extend your gourmet pleasure by opting for our other activities :

  • The “tablet” workshop. Our chocolate specialists will guide you step by step in the making of your chocolate bars and delicacies. Various ingredients are available to decorate your lollipops, mendiants and tablets. You will be able to take home your production and the precious advice of our chocolate makers. Duration: 1 hour.
  • The virtual reality film. A 100% immersive experience with a VR headset that takes you back to the origins of cocoa. Duration: 15 minutes.

Plan your visit to our chocolate museum in Belgium

You would like to discover Choco-Story Brussels and learn more about the chocolate world? Would you like to plan a chocolate workshop with your family or in a professional setting? Here is all the practical information you need to prepare your visit.

  • Reserve your group visit (more than 15 people)
  • Book your visit for a school group

What is the ticket price for the chocolate museum?

For a self-guided tour, we charge €13 for adults, €11 for youths (12-26 years) and seniors (65 years and older) and €7 for children (3-11 years). The price of the chocolate museum includes the entrance to the museum, the supply of audio guides (available in 11 languages) and the tasting of artisanal chocolate.

What are the opening hours of the Cocoa and Chocolate Museum?

Choco-Story, The Chocolate Museum is open every day from 10am till 6pm (last tickets at 5pm). We are open throughout the year from Monday to Sunday, even on public holidays, and during the school holidays. We are closed on the 25th of December and the 1st of January, as well as from the 8th to the 19th of January 2024 incl.Please also note that on 24 and 31 December, the last entrance is exceptionally at 3pm. As part of renovations in the museum, we may close the museum for a longer period.

How is the museum visit organized?

Our museum invites you to discover the history of Belgian cocoa and chocolate through a fun and interactive tour. The museum tells the story of the origin and evolution of cocoa and chocolate and shows you a unique collection of objects (ancient and modern) related to the world of cocoa and chocolate. The highlight of the visit is a demonstration where you can see how Belgian pralines are made according to traditional methods. In total, the visit to the museum lasts between 1 hour and 1 hour and a half. For a guided tour of the museum in a group, you should allow about 1.5 hours.

Do I have to reserve my tickets in advance?

In order to best plan your visit, we encourage you to book your tickets via our online reservation form, especially during peak periods. This ensures that an audio guide is available and that there are no queues at the entrance to the museum. In addition, reservation is mandatory for our chocolate-making workshops.

What is the address of our chocolate museum in Brussels?

Our museum is located in Rue de l'Étuve 41 in 1000 Brussels, a stone's throw from the Grand Place and the Manneken-Pis. Our museum is in the heart of the capital, so you can easily reach it from anywhere in Belgium. Do you live in Flanders or Wallonia? Located less than ten minutes from the Central Station, our museum is accessible from all major cities such as Liège, Namur or Hasselt.

Would you like to visit us by public transport in Brussels? Don't hesitate, our chocolate museum is near the Central Station, Grand-Place, Manneken-Pis and Grand Sablon stops. For our visitors traveling by car, there are several parkings in the immediate surroundings of the museum. Finally, there are four bicycle stands in the museum courtyard.

What is the museum's accessibility?

The museum is equipped for manual wheelchairs only and not for electric ones.

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Is the museum accessible by strollers?

Strollers are not allowed in the museum. You can leave them at the entrance. Please plan to take a baby carrier with you.

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Chocolate Tour

Chocolate like you've never experienced before.

"The chocolate tour was great and so was the tour guide. We learned a lot about chocolate and it's history. And got to taste some great chocolate! Best we have had!"

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"Our guide was passionate and knowledgeable about chocolate! We tasted delicious truffles and learnt a lot. Much better than trying to navigate all the choices on my own. Perfect tour length!"

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"Excellent tour! Our guide was great fun and the whole thing was brilliant, very interesting and the chocolate was delicious - great value too."

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About the Tour

Groovy brussels chocolate tour.

A gentle 2 hour stroll from Brussels’ medieval center to the poshest of neighborhoods, passing along beautiful galleries, romantic city views and impressive monuments. Not only will you taste the finest chocolate, every shop we visit is an attraction in itself.

From its Mayan royal drink origin to a 20th. century luxury product, the cocoa bean has come a long way to find its second home in Europe. You’ll learn about the events that transformed Belgium into the Mecca for chocolate lovers throughout the world.

We’ll visit 5 of the most beautiful chocolate shops in Brussels. You'll taste at least 7 sublime chocolates, from the traditional pralines and truffles, to the most avant-garde combinations. Your view of chocolate will dramatically change after this tour.

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"The chocolate tour was great and so was the tour guide! We learned a lot about chocolate and it's history. And got to taste some great chocolate! Best we have had!"

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"Our guide was really informative, great local knowledge and also had a great frites stop. If you come to Brussels you should definitely do this bike tour!"

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"My husband and I truly enjoyed the One Day in Brussels tour. It was a perfect combination of sightseeing and local food tasting. Loved the waffles!"

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Questions & Answers

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There are no age restrictions. Children under 10 can join free of charge.

Bookings are required. You can check availabilty, reserve and pay online with your credit card. Book  here .

The easiest and cheapest way is to take the train at the airport (one every 15 minutes) and to get off at Brussels Central station (17 minute ride). From there walk 5 minutes to the Grand-Place.

You can either walk 30 minutes or take trams 3, 4, or 32 and get off at “Bourse” stop, from there walk 5 minutes to the Royal-Galleries (20 minute overall trip time). A taxi would take 15 minutes and cost you about 10 Euros.

Tour lasts 2 hours, from 2 pm to 4 pm . Chocolate tours are offered daily.

Just warn your guide about this before the start of the tour, she'll be able to accommodate.

Yes. Total walking distance is 900 meters or 0.559234 US miles.

The tour is offered rain or shine (or hail or snow).

We only offer tours in English.

We meet at the Royal Galleries of Saint Hubert, located a few steps off the Grand-Place. You’ll receive precise meeting point information by email right after you book.

Chocolate Tourism in Belgium

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7 Best Bruges Chocolate Tours You Have to Try in 2024

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Are you looking for the best Bruges chocolate tours?

If you’re a chocolate lover planning a trip to Bruges, you’re in luck!

Bruges is home to some of the most famous chocolate makers in the world, making it a sweet tooth paradise.

Indulging in a chocolate tour is one of the best ways to experience the famous Belgian chocolate. You can taste mouthwatering chocolates and learn about its history as you explore the city in the sweetest way possible.

Some tours even include a chocolate workshop , which is an experience you’ll never forget!

In this post, I’ll highlight the highest-rated chocolate tours in Bruges and why you should book one for your next trip. Let’s get started!

Chocolate tours in Brussels

 BEST OF BRUGES: HISTORY, CHOCOLATE & BEER TOUR 

⭐ 5 | ⌛ 3h 30m

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Bruges Chocolate Making Workshop and Chocolate Museum Entry

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Belgian Chocolate Workshop in Bruges  

⭐ 4.5/5 | ⏳ 2h 30m

Best Bruges Chocolate Tours

BRUGES CHOCOLATE TOURS

1. Best of Bruges: History, Chocolate & Beer Tour 

Display of different pralines.

Chocolate Shopping in Bruges

Want to know where to find the best chocolate shops in Bruges? Here are some of the most recommended chocolate shops that you must visit.

🏪 The Chocolate Line

Located on Simon Stevinplein, this shop offers unique flavors and creative designs that bring chocolate to life in a truly innovative way. Their flavors range from classic milk chocolate to exotic ones like olive oil and lime.

🏪 Dumon Chocolatier

If you want something more traditional, head to the Dumon Chocolatier. Their handmade chocolates came from a rich history of a family recipe passed down through generations.

🏪 The Old Chocolate House

This cozy shop on Mariastraat offers a variety of artisanal chocolates, as well as delicious hot chocolate made from authentic Belgian chocolates. They also offer customized chocolate designs depending on your preference.

🏪 The Chocolate Kiss

The Chocolate Kiss specializes in handmade pralines with unique flavors and high-quality truffles that will surely melt in your mouth. You will also find all the types of chocolates here from chocolate bars to chocolate-covered waffles.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bruges chocolate tours

Why is bruges famous for chocolate.

Not only are they one of the best chocolate hotspots in Belgium. Bruges is famous for its chocolates because of its rich chocolate history, as Neuhaus a famous chocolatier in Belgium invented the Belgian praline.

What chocolate tour in Bruges is good for avoiding crowds?

Bruges can be too crowded, especially during peak seasons. With a private tour, you can ask your guide (a local!) to avoid the most crowded places. Some of the best private chocolate tours in Bruges are  The 10 Tastings of Bruges with Locals Private Tour,  and  Private: Discover Bruges beers & brewery with chocolate pairing by a young local . 

How many chocolate stores are there in Bruges?

There are more than 70 chocolate shops in the central district of Bruges alone, offering a wide range of flavors and designs to satisfy every chocolate lover’s sweet tooth.

Wrapping Up: Highest-Rated Bruges Chocolate Tours

There’s no doubt that Bruges is indeed a haven for all chocolate lovers. We have learned about different ways to experience chocolate and make the most out of your trip to this city!

If you’re looking for a chocolate tour in Bruges, there are many options available depending on your budget and preferences, whether it’s indulging in a private chocolate tour or taking part in hands-on workshops.

And the best part about these tours is not just about chocolate tasting, it’s also about the experience, history, and of course – the people you meet!

🥇 Scrolled all the way to the end? We consider the Best of Bruges: History, Chocolate and Beer to be the best chocolate tour available. Unless you want some hands-on experience, in that case, opt for the Belgian Chocolate Workshop .

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The best and most convenient way would be to rent a car. We always use Discover cars , they compare all the rental companies and give you the best rates. Of course, public transportation is also a great option, book your train and bus tickets here , to explore every corner in Belgium.

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Babs Rodrigus is a travel addict at heart and loves to explore her home country Belgium and the rest of the world – preferably with her wife and kids. She’s all about showing you the most mesmerising spots in this tiny European country and making you see how great it truly is.

When she’s not travelling, Babs loves to read, write, eat chocolate (hey, Belgian remember) and sing Frozen songs with her daughter.

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Neuhaus Chocolate: The Neahaus Belgian Chocolate Factory

A guide to Neuhaus chocolate: The Neuhaus Belgian Chocolate Factory and how to visit the best-kept secret of Belgium.

Neuhaus Chocolate factory.

The Neuhaus Chocolate Factory

The beautiful thing about social media is you can crowdsource any piece of advice you need and within hours have a bunch of advice from friends. I’d like to shout out to my friend Nancy who tipped us off to the biggest hidden gem of Belgium travel: The Neuhaus Chocolate Factory.

She simply told us to go, and it took a lot of investigation to figure out how to get to the Neuhaus Chocolate Factory, also known as the Neuhaus Outlet; where it is, and why it’s so amazing.

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Why Neuhaus Chocolate

Neuhaus claims to have invented the praline: aka the soft nougat center coated in hard chocolate. Which encompasses a good chunk of chocolate as we know it! They resource and use the best ingredients, and they claim to be THE Belgian chocolate.

That last part may be up for debate, there are a lot of chocolatiers in Belgium and it’s not hard to find amazing. However, Neuhaus is definitely one of the biggest, the richest, and the most sought after. I’ve had a lot of fine chocolate in my day. Including our making a chocolate date in Peru at the world’s largest organic cocoa plantation. Also, Switzerland deserves a shout out too , who likewise claims the world’s best chocolate. I would say Neuhaus contends with both of these chocoholic experiences. And when you can try them for free, all the better.

How to get discount belgian chocolate

how to Get Discount Belgian Chocolate

The only problem is the price. There are Neuhaus shops all over Belgium, but only the Factory really hooks you up with the ability to taste the chocolate before you buy and buy at a price that will allow half a suitcase full without taking out a student loan to afford.

Chocolate in Belgian runs about €8-€25 for a 250g box (depending on quality). Which means about 10 Euros will get you five small pieces in most places. Some are more, some are less, but that’s about the standard. We found a box the size you’d gift someone for Valentine’s Day to run about 30 euros. If you want to eat chocolates to your heart’s content and bring home some as souvenirs or gifts, it adds up quickly. Even purchasing one box to split barely makes it into our cheap dates category .

What is the NeUhaus Outlet shop?

It’s a place you can buy Neuhaus chocolates in bulk for about half the price. They sell all their standard chocolate boxes and packages at a standard price. However, there’s an outlet area that really gives you a deal you won’t see anywhere inexpensive artesian chocolate shops.

neuhaus chocolate outlet

This is the same chocolate sold in stores, but there’s also a value section where you can buy a kilo box of one flavor at a steep discount. A kilo (box) runs 25 euros, and if you buy two for 50 euros you get one free. It’s a bit of a no-brainer to go for three boxes. The only downside is you only get up to three flavors.

Neuhaus outlet: Belgian Chocolate

This wasn’t an issue for us, we had two flavors we loved so much they instantly went into our cart. The dark chocolate salted caramel was the best thing I’ve ever tasted, and we actually decided to buy two full boxes of this knowing we’d love one for us, and one to gift.

But wait, there’s more that provides an even better deal! Sometimes they run the chocolates and have enough left over for a tray or two, but not the four trays that go in a kilo box. So they package these in an ultra-discount box with two mystery flavors. You don’t know what you’ll get, just that one will be one type of milk chocolate and one dark. They run 10 euros, and you have to wait until you’ve bought them to open them up and see.

It’s a risk for sure. We ended up with a jam-filled milk truffle and an ultra dark (almost coffee but not quite) flavored tray. Both were (and still are) excellent. But neither would have been our first choice.

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But I’d still argue this is a great way to go. Even if you leave with a suitcase full of chocolate like we did. We spent 60 euros total for what would have cost us at least quadruple that amount in standard boxes.

So how to do you get to this magical place?…

Neuhaus Belgian Chocolate

Directions to Neuhaus Chocolate Outlet

It’s an easy metro ride away. There’s one metro line that ends at Erasme. You’ll take it all the way to the end of the line to the Erasme metro station. It’s about an eight-minute walk out of the metro station.

It’s so easy to find from there! First, head out of the metro and take a left. Pass the taxi area and head up the main road. Cross the street and turn to left. In a minute or two you’ll see a Brussels sign and a Neuhaus sign right behind it.

You can also plug the Neuhaus Outlet address into Google Maps and get easy walking directions.

Neuhaus Outlet Address: Postweg 2, 1602 Sint-Pieters-Leeuw, Belgium

Tips for the Neuhaus Chocolate Outlet

Get there early.

They open at 9:00 and I’d plan to get there within an hour or two of opening. They will give you all the free samples you want. But note that they run out of samples as the day goes on. Get their earlier in the day and you won’t have a problem trying everything to your heart’s content.

Go for the quality chocolates first. Taste the fine chocolates out by the boxes and then head to the discount section. You’ll get to try their most popular and expensive items for free. Many of these aren’t in the promo section, so it’s an added bonus.

Bring water. They give samples for free, but not a drink. It’s still a retail shop, so come prepared to wash down the rich chocolates with your own water.

Share to Enjoy More

Make it a date and share a piece for two! Or even three… it’s a lot to eat a full sample. You will love trying more if you can share pieces.

Have an Exit Strategy

Plan a way to carry those boxes back to the metro. We had our kids and a stroller, and there was still some crazy maneuvering to fit them under the stroller, on top, and a box on our toddler’s lap. I’d bring a large tote bag, suitcase, or an extra set of hands or two to carry your three + boxes out of there. I’d also plan to head back to your hotel or AirBnB after the trip. It’s a lot to carry and a lot to store!

Plus, even when it’s colder out, the sun can easily melt your chocolates. Make sure you plan safekeeping to get them home in multiple pieces (because this is one time the expression in one piece would really be a bad thing)!

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I felt like we were on a chocolate taste testing tour with gourmet chocolates, only this time it was free. And it was in Belgium with some of the best chocolates in the world. Free + Belgian chocolates; those are both huge wins!

Should you have a Western Europe trip in your future and also if you love (or even remotely like) chocolate, this is one hidden gem of Belgium I would definitely not miss!

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The 7 Best Chocolate Tastings You Have to Do in Brussels

If you are in Brussels, a tour of the city's most famous chocolatiers is a must, and you will be seduced by the best chocolates and bonbons in the city.

Ana Caballero

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The 7 Best Chocolate Tastings You Have to Do in Brussels

Chocolate Tasting Tour in Brussels | ©Teresa Mills-Clark

Brussels has a surprising number of chocolate shops. Most visitors head to the most famous chocolate shops such as Leonidas, Mary's, Godiva and Planete for the best chocolate tastings . However, the historic isn't always the best, so it doesn't hurt to visit other, less popular chocolate shops.

Chocolate tastings last between 30 and 45 minutes and cost between €30 and as much as €75. Generally, if you go as a family or in a group, the cost per person is lower . And if you decide to take part in one of them, you will not only learn how the chocolates are made, what ingredients are included and what varieties there are, but you can even have the chance to take part in the making. Are you up for it?

1. Tasting tasting + Brussels Chocolate Workshop

One of the most famous chocolate-related tastings in Brussels is the so-called Brussels Chocolate Workshop where you will learn how to make your own gourmet cocoa delights . Starting from scratch and with the help of a professional instructor, you will make the two most typical types of Belgian chocolate, pralines and mendiants , and learn some easy and authentic methods that you can imitate to create more than 30 dark chocolate treats.

This tour lasts 2.5 hours and you will also have the opportunity to have a cup of hot chocolate and a tasting of different kinds of chocolates .

The tour costs €38 and includes all the ingredients and equipment , as well as help, teaching and techniques from the professionals, the tasting and a box of 30 chocolates .

  • Price : 38 €.
  • Duration : 2.5 hours
  • Highlights of the tour : Learning
  • What the tour offers : Includes ingredients and equipment and a box of 30 chocolates.

Book a chocolate tasting tour in Brussels

2. Brussels waffles and chocolate crepes tasting (small group)

Chocolate waffles are another great protagonist of Belgian gastronomy. This tasting is aimed at visiting the best waffle shops in Brussels during a 2-hour tour . Of course, the ones you will taste the most are the Belgian waffles or Brussels waffles, which are famous all over the world and usually have a thick, crunchy dough and larger holes. They also have the characteristic of having a very rectangular shape and are served hot to bring out the flavour of their chocolate shavings or syrup.

These waffles are also served by some street vendors; what's more, one of the great things about this tour is that you can compare the street waffle flavours with the flavours of the big Brussels waffle shops .

This tour costs €55 and includes tastings, an apprenticeship in the waffle workshops, a guided tour by an expert, a 10% discount on products purchased on your own in one of the waffle shops visited and a two-hour gastronomic experience .

  • Price : 55 €.
  • Duration : 2 hours
  • Highlights of the tour : Learning about Belgian waffles and a wide variety of different kinds of chocolate waffles to try.
  • What the tour offers : Includes tastings, an expert-guided tour and 10% discount on products purchased.

Book a waffle tasting tour in Brussels

3. Enjoy a chocolate tasting with a chocolate expert

Taking a tour in the company of an acclaimed chef with an in-depth knowledge of the culinary art of Belgian chocolate making is more than an experience, it is a privilege. On this 2.5 hour tour , which costs 65€ , you will visit some of the most famous workshops in Brussels where you will see how these delicious products are made and you will be able to taste different products. In these workshops, almost the entire process is done by hand , as creativity is the key to success.

After this inspirational tour, it's time to get down to work. Usually in small groups, you will make simple Belgian chocolate derivatives. You will then take your handmade creations home as a gift for your family and/or friends. Everything is included in the tour , both the chocolates and the material used to make them.

  • Price :65 €.
  • Duration :2,5 hours
  • Highlights of the tour : Visiting different workshops to create Belgian chocolates and having fun activities in the company of an expert.
  • What the tour offers : Almost the entire process is done by hand and everything is included in the tour.

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4. Walking tour and tasting in the chocolate shops of Brussels

With this tour you will learn about Brussels' culinary culture and its love affair with chocolate on a walking tour led by a guide. You will pass by the Royal Palace, located close to the best chocolate shops in the city, and you will be able to go into some chocolate boutiques for a ** tasting of** different chocolates and chocolates as you go along the tour. The idea of this tour is to get to know the best chocolate shops in Brussels such as Godiva, Pierre Marcolini, Chocolaterie Elisabeth, Wittamer, among others.

The tour will mainly focus on the areas near the Grand Palais , the Royal Palace and the Houses of New Art, will last 2 hours and will cost 50€. The tour includes small groups , expert Belgian guides, and a pleasant walk through the most important chocolate shops in Brussels. An ideal tour to get to know Brussels and taste its chocolates.

  • Price :50 €.
  • Duration :2 hours
  • Highlights of the tour : A wide variety of chocolates to taste in a small group and the experience of visiting the best chocolate shops in Brussels.
  • What the tour offers : Includes small groups for those looking for more direct attention.

5. Small group chocolate tasting tasting tour of Brussels

With this small group tour you will have the opportunity to visit five of the best chocolate shops in the city of Brussels and have a tasting of the best Belgian pralines, truffles and chocolates. In addition, you will also learn a few lessons about why Belgian chocolates are so tasty and appealing worldwide. You will also receive an extra 10% discount on any purchase you make at any of these 5 chocolate shops.

The tour costs €39 , lasts two hours and you will have the chance to taste at least 8 samples of pralines/truffles from different chocolatiers and brands.

  • Price : 39 €.
  • Highlights of the tour : Tasting at least 8 samples of pralines from different brands.
  • What the tour offers : Ideal if you are looking for a small group. In addition, you will have the chance to taste at least 8 samples of pralines/truffles from different chocolatiers and brands and receive a 10% discount to use at five major chocolatiers.

6. Private tasting tour with a local guide through chocolate shops and workshops

On this private tour you will discover the city's chocolate buying points and some historical places of interest related to the art of chocolate. The walking tour lasts 3 hours and costs 70€ , includes the company of the guide, treats and the chance to ask the chocolate artists any questions you may have.

On this tour you will meet the chocolate makers in person and learn about the craft of chocolate making. In addition, you will be lucky enough to taste at least eight treats based on your judgement and the guide's recommendations. If you are going to Brussels at Christmas , this tour should be one of your top things to do; you will enjoy the experience even more.

After the truffle and praline tasting , you will attend a chocolate-making workshop where you will learn the secrets behind the sweets. The delicacies that will be made in the workshop will be distributed among the tour members.

  • Price : 70 €.
  • Duration : 3 hours
  • The highlight of the tour : Private tour just for you and your group.
  • What the tour offers : A private tour with a guide to ask all your questions, a tasting of at least eight sweets and recommendations from the guide.

7. Self-guided tour and tasting at the Marcolini Chocolate Factory

If there is one chocolate factory that is complete enough for a self-guided tour, it would be the Marcolini Chocolate Factory. This chocolate factory includes a "menu" option where you will be lucky enough to taste a variety of creations , hot chocolate, chocolate coffee and mix and match drinks and truffles. For this option you don't need a guide, you simply enter the chocolate shop and choose the "menu" you are most interested in tasting. I recommend doing this activity with children , as the chocolate shop is very spacious and serves both inside and outside.

Pierre Marcolini is perhaps the most famous Belgian chocolatier who is still around to innovate and shape his brand. Across Belgium, you will find a dozen locations of Marcolini outlets. At least four locations of this chocolatier are in Brussels. The main one is only 5 minutes away from the Grand Place and is the one I recommend the most.

Inside you will find a tea room where you can have a Belgian tea and combine it with a selection of hot chocolates. Their hot chocolate is seriously spectacular, thick to the point where it sticks to your lips. The macarons are also quite good, but I recommend you try the salted caramel . For more information on Marcolini's "menu" varieties visit the Pierre Marcolini website . And if you want a change of pace, you can book a menu at the Hard Rock Café in Brussels.

  • Marcolini chocolate shops opening hours : 12:30pm-7pm weekdays and 11am-7pm weekends
  • Price : 20-50 euros
  • Duration : not defined
  • Highlights of the tour : A very complete tasting experience.
  • What the tour offers : A tasting of a wide variety of products.

Booking with a menu for the Hard Rock Cafe in Brussels

Extra information about the tours and tasting at the chocolate shops

Before I start, I want to point out that chocolate tasting is definitely one of the things you have to do on your visit to Brussels , the chocolate capital of the world, and I'll give you some useful facts about the Brussels chocolate scene. The chocolates here are called pralines , and almost all of them are sold by weight . But if you buy just a few, then the price is per chocolate; usually the limit is between 3 and 4 units .

There is a very famous alley near the Grand Place that is full of chocolate shops, ideal for not going too far from the centre. In this area, most of the owners and workers speak perfect English. They usually have the habit of giving away a free chocolate after you order something, sometimes even when you come in. You will see how friendly they are in explaining the variety of chocolates they offer. Remember that quality is not synonymous with a very high price, so look carefully and don't get carried away by appearances.

An ideal plan if you are going to see Brussels in 4 days . However, if you are looking for less hustle and bustle and more comfort when it comes to chocolate tours and visiting chocolate shops, you should opt for a trip to Bruges , or better still, to the city of Ghent . Less choice, but more convenience.

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Choco-Story Brussels

The Choco-Story Brussels Museum offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of cocoa and chocolate, from the collection of the bean to the finished chocolate product. You will discover everything around the history of Belgian chocolate, watch a demonstration by a master chocolate maker and taste different kinds of chocolate.

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Darcis Chocolatier

Jean-Philippe Darcis is a Belgian pastry craftsman and chocolate maker based in Verviers offering tasty chocolate combining tradition and creativity. Step back in time to learn all about the origins and evolution of chocolate and admire the chocolate craftsmen at work in the workshops.

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Charlemagne Chocolatiers

Located in Herstal, the Charlemagne chocolate factory aims to make chocolate by placing the excellence of the product at the forefront. During your visit, you will be able to find out more about the origins of chocolate, observe the stages of its production but also taste outstanding creations.

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Laurent Gerbeaud

Laurent Gerbeaud, a Brussels craftsman is committed to selecting the cocoa beans carefully and then working them in the most natural and artisanal way possible. This master chocolate maker welcomes you to his workshop to help you discover his method of making quality chocolate.

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Millésime Chocolat

The Millésime Chocolat workshop is located in Seraing, in the province of Liège. Here, vintage chocolate is made directly from cocoa beans. This artisanal producer opens its doors to let you discover the secrets of chocolate making, from the bean to the bar.

Here is a brief overview of the few chocolate makers that you will be able to visit during your trip. And remember, we have many surprises in store for you!

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Belgian Chocolate Village

With the help of an interactive and playful exhibition, you can discover the history of chocolate. This museum is located close to Frédéric Blondeel’s workshop-chocolate factory in Koekelberg. Belgian Beer Chocolate Tour lets you to combine a visit to the museum with the chocolate factory. You will discover how cocoa beans are roasted and you will be completely immersed in the world of chocolate production.

belgian chocolate factory tour

Frédéric Blondeel

Known throughout the world, Frédéric Blondeel is one of the best Belgian chocolate makers. In 2019, he was voted the best chocolate maker in Brussels by Gault & Millau. He roasts the cocoa beans himself to obtain the taste and consistency he wants. BBCT invites you to visit the chocolate factory in Koekelberg in order to discover both the roasting process and the work of the master chocolate maker. You will have the chance to smell cocoa and understand the different textures. This is accompanied by numerous tastings.

belgian chocolate factory tour

You can visit the Deremiens chocolate factory and taste the many delicious chocolates. Based in the heart of the village of Prouvy in Gaume, François Deremiens has been a chocolate craftsman since 2005. He has a passion for chocolate which has allowed him to develop his business and in 2007, he opened a new workshop covering more than 4,000 sqft. Thanks to a large bay window overlooking the workshop, you will be able to observe the different stages of production.

This visit is combined with a visit to the Orval Abbey just next door.

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belgian chocolate factory tour

Belgian Chocolate Village

Near the Basilica of Koekelberg, the Belgian Chocolate Village (BCV) is located in the former chocolate and biscuit factory Victoria. The museum is entirely dedicated to chocolate and it is also a real showcase of the Belgian chocolate makers' know-how. The scenographic tour displays and explains the stages of the manufacture of chocolate, its uses, its history, its benefits, its economy and its diversity. a A beautiful tropical greenhouse reproduces the conditions of cocoa cultivation. Thanks to the chocolate workshop integrated in the museum tour you will experience the daily work of the artisan chocolate makers and taste their receipes. Our craftsmen also welcome you to different chocolate workshops (reservation required) on site. You have the opportunity to chill out in our Salon Belle-Epoque and shop which offers a large range of products from different chocolate makers, including organic and bean-to-bar chocolates.

belgian chocolate factory tour

Location: Rue De Neck, 20, 1081 Koekelberg

Indiana candy and chocolate factories you don't need a golden ticket to tour

belgian chocolate factory tour

If Oompa Loompas were real, they would've sung a song about how terrible " Willy's Chocolate Experience " was in Glasgow, Scotland, last week.

What do you get when you pay $44 a ticket to see "a celebration of chocolate in all its delightful forms?" Apparently a sparsely decorated warehouse with a half-inflated bouncy castle, jaded actors who clearly look miserable , as well as a nightmare-fueled villain who reduced some children to tears.

Even worse, there was no chocolate .

Kids received two jelly beans and a cup of limeade. Organizers have since apologized after furious parents called police , demanding refunds, the BBC reported.

'Fiasco': Willy Wonka experience in Scotland creates sour taste for ticket buyers

If those same U.K. parents ever travel to the United States, they ought to visit Indiana. The Hoosier state is fortunate to have several chocolate and candy factories that won't leave you feeling sour by the end of your trip.

Here are some of the sweetest tours even Willy Wonka would be proud of.

Abbott’s Candies - Hagerstown

Abbott's has been making caramel since before automobiles were invented. The company bills itself as the oldest candy shop in Indiana having been established in 1890. You can visit this Hagerstown confectionary for its handmade caramels and toffees as well as peanut and cashew brittle. And while there's no river of chocolate to sail on, Abbott's has a lot of fudge to enjoy.

Free, handicap accessible tours are available at Abbott's for small to large groups from 10-10:30 a.m. or 1-1:30 p.m., according to the company, which asks visitors to book the tours ahead of time in order to reserve a spot. You can request a tour online at abbottscandy.com/tours/ to watch as the candy is made.

Where it is : 48 E Walnut St, Hagerstown, IN 47346

Schimpff’s Confectionery - Jeffersonville

Opened in 1891, Schimpff's Confectionery in Jeffersonville near Louisville is one of the oldest family-owned candy businesses in the country. Visitors can enjoy the 50s-style soda fountain, candy museum , enjoy locally made favorites such as Cinnamon Red Hots and watch as the candy is being made .

Free tours lasting roughly 40 minutes are available Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., according to the company, except on major holidays when the factory is closed.

Where it is : 347 Spring St, Jeffersonville, IN 47130

South Bend Chocolate Company - South Bend (of course)

Visitors who take the factory tour at the South Bend Chocolate Company are treated to a pretty sweet deal.

A guide leads guests through its more than 58,000 square-foot factory, teaching a history lesson of chocolate and its origins. The chocolate museum is home to one of the largest collections of chocolate memorabilia in the world, according to the company, including a 1,300-year-old Mayan chocolate pot.

For "Wonka-wannabes" who pay a small fee, you can go behind the scenes for a personal tour lasting roughly an hour. The cost is $5 ages 12 and up, $2 for children 2-11. Tours are at the top of every hour, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Mon–Fri and 9 a.m.–2 p.m. on Saturdays. Closed Sundays & major holidays.

Where it is : 3300 W Sample St South Bend, IN

DeBrand Fine Chocolates - Fort Wayne

DeBrand Fine Chocolates founder, Cathy Brand-Beere, began her confectionery career at age 8 , making and selling candy in elementary school. Her passion for chocolate never soured, according to her company website. Today, her company employs roughly 100 people and has retail shops in Fort Wayne and in Indianapolis.

Visitors to Fort Wayne can take a tour of the factory, viewing the chocolate making kitchens and walk away with gourmet chocolate samples. Public tours happen Tuesdays at 10 a.m., Thursdays at 1 p.m. and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m., according to the company. The cost is $10 per person, with each person receiving a rebate of $10 off a $20 or more purchase. No reservation is required. Private tours are available as well.

Where it is : 10105 Auburn Park Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46825 .

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