National Jenever Museum

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Jul 31, 2025 - Aug 01, 2025
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National Jenever Museum

Hasselt has a rich jenever history stretching back to the 17th century, making it the heart of gin production in Belgium.

This museum, located in a meticulously restored 19th-century distillery, offers a detailed exploration of jenever's evolution, significance, and production. Unique features include themed video displays in four languages and the annual production of approximately 1,000 bottles of jenever. The museum combines history with hospitality, featuring a café that serves modern interpretations of jenever.

Unmissable Highlights

🥃 Interactive Displays: Engage with themed questions on multi-language video monitors.

🎁 Free Tastings: Sample the 'jenever of the week' at the museum café.

🏪 Retail Hub: Purchase from one of Belgium's best selections of jenever at retail prices.

Visiting the National Jenever Museum is accessible for all, appealing to tourists, families, and historians alike.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum National Jenever Museum

Distillery History

The building served as a distillery since the 19th century, preserving its historical significance.

Annual Production

The museum produces around 1,000 bottles of jenever each year.

Interactive Experience

Visitors can engage with jenever history through interactive quizzes and displays.

Location

Witte Nonnenstraat 19

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