Kessel-Lo · Leuven · Belgium
Where cycling meets craft beer
Brouwerij de Coureur is a cycling-themed microbrewery and taproom in Leuven, Belgium. Come taste handcrafted beers named after cycling culture — straight from the tap, with stories from the brewer himself.
Quick facts
Everything you need to know before you visit.
Location: Borstelsstraat 20, Kessel-Lo — 10 min from central Leuven
English tour: Every Saturday at 13:30 — €15/person, includes 4 tastings
Taproom open: Wed–Thu 19–22h · Fri 17–22h · Sat 12–22h · Sun 12–18h
Theme: All beers are named after cycling terms, races & moments
Brewery tours – Meet the brewer
Head brewer Bart walks you through the full brewing process — how ingredients become beer, how to taste it properly, and the story behind de Coureur’s cycling identity. The tour ends with a guided tasting of four beers.
English – Meet the brewer
Bart explains the brewing process in English and guides you through a tasting of 4 de Coureur beers.
📅 Every Saturday at 13:30
💶 Price: €15 per person
🍺 Includes: guided tour + 4 × 10cl tasting glasses
Book via Visit Leuven
Nederlands – Brouwer Bart vertelt
Same experience, in Dutch. Available Saturday at 14:00 and 17:00, and Sunday at 12:00.
📅 Sat 14:00 & 17:00 · Sun 12:00
💶 Price: €15 per person
🍺 Includes: guided tour + 4 × 10cl tasting glasses
Book via Visit Leuven
(in July and August only English tours available)
Coming with a private group?
We offer custom tours outside regular opening hours — contact us for a tailored proposal.
Our beers
Every beer at de Coureur is named after a cycling term or moment. Not sure what to pick? Order the Peloton — 4 beers of your choice (10cl each) for €10.
Light & refreshing — under 5% ABV: rotating selection of 3 to 5 beers
Full-flavoured — over 5% ABV: rotating selection of 3 to 5 beers
Alcohol-free — our Hoptails: selection of 5 Hoptails
We also fill fresh beer to go in cans (50cl) or a refillable bidon (1.9L). Ask at the bar.
Group experiences – Bring your crew
Visiting with friends, colleagues, or a cycling club? We offer a range of group activities — from brewery tours to beer and chocolate pairings.
Brewery tour + tasting:
Guided tour of the brewery with brewer Bart, followed by a tasting of 4 beers.
Beer & Snacks:
4 beer tasting paired with local Leuven sausage and cheese.
Beer & praline pairing:
A flavour journey combining our beers with Belgian artisan chocolates.
Leuven Beer Adventure:
Self-guided walking or cycling route through Leuven with a tasting ticket included.
Groups of 8–18 during opening hours · Private hire for 15–45 people possible (Mon–Fri). Get in touch for a custom proposal.
Plan your visit – Getting here
Address
Borstelsstraat 20
3010 Kessel-Lo (Leuven)
Belgium
Opening hours
- Wednesday 19:00–22:00
- Thursday 19:00–22:00
- Friday 17:00–22:00
- Saturday 12:00–22:00
- Sunday 12:00–18:00
Getting there
Leuven is 25 minutes by train from Brussels.
The walking or cycling distance to the station is 1.7 km. The distance to the Grote Markt is 3 km. Take bus 1 or an Uber.
Phone: +32 485 17 86 95
Email: brouwerijdecoureur@gmail.com
Frequently asked questions – Good to know
Is there an English brewery tour at Brewery de Coureur?
Yes. Every Saturday at 13:30, head brewer Bart gives a guided tour in English. The tour covers the full brewing process and ends with a tasting of 4 beers. Price is €15 per person. Tickets are available via Visit Leuven at visitleuven.be/en/brewery-de-coureur.
What makes Brewery de Coureur unique?
De Coureur is Belgium’s cycling-themed craft brewery. Every beer is named after a cycling term, race moment, or concept. The taproom atmosphere reflects the same passion for cycling culture. Brewer Bart does everything by hand in small batches on site. There is a rotating beer selection.
Where is Brewery de Coureur located?
The brewery is at Borstelsstraat 20, 3010 Kessel-Lo, a neighbourhood of Leuven. Leuven is 25 minutes by train from Brussels. The taproom is about 20 minutes walk from Leuven’s railway station of take bus 1, hire a bike, take an uber.
Do I need to book in advance to visit the taproom?
No reservation is needed to visit the taproom during regular opening hours — just walk in. For brewery tours, you do need to book in advance via Visit Leuven. For group experiences, contact the brewery directly.
Is there food available at de Coureur?
The taproom has no kitchen, but you are welcome to bring your own food or order delivery. Light snacks are available at the bar: dried sausage (with spent grain from brewing), crackers, almonds, and fresh popcorn. Nearby options include Antico Pizza and Take Away, and delivery services like Deliveroo and Uber Eats.
Are alcohol-free options available?
Yes. De Coureur makes its own Hoptails — house-crafted alcohol-free drinks based on hop water. Options include Passie°Sprint (passionfruit), Gember°Demarrage (ginger and mint), Vlier°Vitesse (elderflower), and Wisselzone (apple and hop water). All are 0% alcohol and priced at €4–€6.
Can I buy beer to take home?
Yes. Every beer on tap can be freshly filled into cans (50cl) or a refillable bidon (1.9L) to take home. Keep refrigerated and drink within 5 days. A bidon costs €12 at first purchase, then just the beer price for refills. Order at the bar at least 30 minutes before closing.
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