Private Guided Tours and Beer Tasting:
the historical Tour & Taxis building and the Brasserie de la Senne Brewery
March 7th 2026, 15:00 - 17:45
Every Brussels local knows the name Tour & Taxis, but how many truly know the full story behind this building - one of the most breathtaking monuments to Brussels' industrial golden age?
Its history begins in the 16th century, when the aristocratic Thurn und Taxis family — appointed postmasters by the Duke of Burgundy — built Europe's very first international postal network from this very ground, their horse relay routes stitching the courts of Europe together. By the industrial era, the site had transformed into a monumental freight and customs hub, its soaring halls of brick, glass and wrought iron employing thousands at its peak. Then, in 1968, the European Customs Union rendered it obsolete almost overnight — and the great halls fell silent.
But the giant has woken. After a painstaking award-winning restoration, Tour & Taxis has been reborn as one of Brussels' most vibrant urban districts, its historic bones lovingly preserved and its spirit renewed. Join us for this fascinating tour to uncover the remarkable history, hidden architecture, and fascinating stories woven into every corner of this extraordinary site.
The next part of our private tour is to discover one of Brussels' most beloved craft breweries, Brasserie de la Senne, which is hidden within the historic walls of Tour & Taxis and occupies a 4,500 m² facility.
Named after the river that once ran through the heart of the city, this proudly independent brewery has been crafting bold, characterful beers with a distinctly Brussels soul since 2002. On our guided tour, you'll get a rare behind-the-scenes look at how their celebrated brews are made, from grain to glass — while learning about the deep and fascinating connection between Brussels' brewing traditions and the city's rich cultural identity.
And of course no visit would be complete without tasting the results for yourself. Whether you're a seasoned beer lover of simply curious to discover one of Brussel's hidden gems, join us for this special tour which will finish with a tasting of 4 of their flagship beers!
JOIN US FOR THIS AFTERNOON FULL OF FUN AND DISCOVERY IN BRUSSELS: REGISTER HERE
Price for both private guided tours and the beer tasting:
Members 55€
Non-members 65€
Partner club members 60€
Logistics and Meeting Point:
We will start with a guided tour of Tours & Taxis site at 3pm sharp, followed directly by the tour of the Brasserie de la Senne; the visits are expected to finish at 17:45. The eeting point is at the info kiosk in the Royal Depot (first pic above). Public transport and on-site public parking are available. Here is a map of the site that you can also access HERE
Cancellations: not allowed past February 26.
Optional Dinner (at own cost):
For those who wish to continue to dinner, there are plenty of options at Tours & taxis (www.tours-taxis.com) and here are a few suggestions:
- La Fabbrica (italian)
- Hivernage (trendy with a DJ)
- Correspondance (fine dining)
