Beer and Bike Tours

Bicycles, beer, Belgium and a barge is a recipe for a perfect Belgian holiday. We are excited to pair up with barge owners Olga, Noty & Maurits. Together they captain, cook and relax on a 1924 cargo ship that has been reimagined and converted into a passenger ship. Staying true to our beer and bike heritage we will cycle between breweries while our barge floats along and is waiting for us at the end of each ride with cold beers and a warm bed. We have two trips for 2023. An 8 day trip from Oudenaarde to Bruges and an 8 day trip from Bruges to Oudenaarde. This trip is great for the cyclist who also wants to relax and enjoy the best of Belgium or the beer enthusiast who wants to enjoy the Belgian countryside by bicycle.

We will sail and cycle from Oudenaarde to Bruges via Deinze and Ghent. Cycling unburdened between these towns as our luggage floats downstream, we will be free to explore the smaller roads and paths between the breweries along the way. In the evenings we will enjoy the local pubs, “brown” bars and Belgian cuisine that is so much more than just frites and beer. The views from the barge are perfect for bird watching and calm days reading a book while the cycling will take you through farmland and small villages. This trump has options for everyone.

Our boat will moor at each town for 2 nights giving us some extra time to explore and absorb each location.

Our Brew Cruise is perfect for you. This is our most popular tour for all levels of cyclist. Fort Collins has a strong, creative and welcoming craft beer scene that all beer drinkers can appreciate. The variety of breweries is constantly growing and diversifying. This adventure includes stops at three local breweries from the seat of your cruiser style bicycle complete with basket to carry home a growler of beer, brewery shirts and other goodies you pick up along the way. Many breweries also have craft sodas and other beverages for non beer drinkers. This is a cool and calm adventure for the beer lover who wants to see Fort Collins the way the locals do, from the seat of a bike.

Following the Elbe river and the Eurovelo 7 route this cycling adventure will take you through picturesque landscapes, charming towns, and historic sites as you pedal your way from the heart of the Czech Republic to the vibrant capital of Germany. Both countries are rich in beer history for us to enjoy along the way. Staying at small brewery hotels and local inns this trip is for all cyclist and beer lovers.

From parts of this trip explorers left to discover the "new world". You will explore the rural villages and seldom used roads by bicycle. There are gravel road options as well as our normal tarmac route. Portugal is has some of the best foods and most beautiful roads of any our adventures. We visit in the saddle seasons to avoid the tourist rush, although Portugal is of the main tour track even in peak season, and soak in more of the local flavor and atmosphere.

Breweries

• Fabrica' Musa
• Dois Corvos
• Amo Brewing
• Many small pubs with local and regional craft beer

And of course we will be having some yummy Portuguese wine

Our Flanders Classic tour takes you through the quintessential cities, villages and landscapes in the Flanders region of Belgium. Our route will also travel through historical WW1 memorials and battlefields surrounding the city of Ypres. Starting in Ghent we will be cycling to Oudenaarde, Kortrijk, Watou and Brugge. We will visit a number of great breweries and learn from the masters of the craft what makes Belgian beer so special. This trip is for all levels of cyclist, the days vary from 20-45 miles of relatively flat riding along cycle path and rural roads following canals in Flanders. If you are adventurous, some of the most iconic cobbles and climbs from the Tour de Flanders are available as add-ons.

Join us on an unforgettable multi surface bike tour from Oslo to Fläm. This tour started as the Beer & Bike 10th anniversary trip. It now features on our regular calendar. On this ride you will pedal through stunning landscapes, picturesque towns, and experience the natural beauty of Norway. All from the saddle of your bicycle. This tour is designed for cycling enthusiasts who are looking to get off the normal track. Bob has carefully selected a mix of small road and forest gravel track for this adventure. Get ready to explore some of the most scenic routes and immerse yourself in the charm of Norwegian culture.

From parts of this trip explorers left to discover the "new world". You will explore the rural villages and seldom used roads and trails by bicycle. This route parallels our road route on gravel backroads and trails. It is best ridden on either a wider tire gravel or mountain bike. We visit in the saddle seasons to avoid the tourist rush, although Portugal is off the main tour track even in peak season, and soak in more of the local flavor and atmosphere.

Breweries may include

• Fabrica' Musa
• Dois Corvos
• Amo Brewing
• Many small pubs with local and regional craft beer
• And of course we will be having some yummy Portuguese wine

Our Flanders adventure will take you through unique and beautiful areas of Belgium, including Antwerp, Leuven and an overnight visit to the Dutch city of Maastricht. We will visit a number of Belgian family brewers, beer themed cafes, and off the beaten track craft breweries. This trip is for all levels of cyclist as the days vary from 25-55 miles of relatively flat cycling along cycle paths, rural roads, and historic city centers. We will sample beer from small family breweries and drink beer in Westmalle near the source of one of the classic trappist breweries. We will also bike through the tree tops and the water while enjoying the beautiful Limburg cycling landscapes.

Thinking about Scotland I am filled with images. From highland moors, remote lochs, and drams upon drams of whisky I also picture narrow quiet roads and path to take it all in. Working with our friends at Whisky and Wheels we have crafted a mixed surface multi day adventure from Inverness to Banchory sampling some of the best malt available.

Cycle with the Beer & Bike crew through the Baden-Württemberg and Bavarian countryside sampling beer from German family breweries while sleeping in hotels connected to each brewery. This special trip will allow you to take a deep look at each brewery while enjoying days filled with mostly car free cycle paths, beer gardens and castles. This trip is new and we cannot wait to share it with you.