Welcome to my tour page! Travel has always been a passion of mine. After living in Europe and the UK for many years, I now share my love of these beautiful places by taking small groups (12–13 people max) on carefully curated tours.
My tours focus on more than just the highlights—you’ll discover my favourite spots as well as hidden gems that larger operators often miss. Along the way, we explore a wonderful mix of markets: from bustling local food markets and cozy Christmas markets, to vast Brocantes with hundreds of stalls filled with antiques and collectibles, and the charming vintage and thrift shops we happen to stumble across.
With a background in business tourism and years of experience in events, I take pride in creating unique, well-organised journeys that are full of memorable moments.
🌿European Brocante & Market Tour 2026🌿
1 – 16 August 2026
Day 1 – Saturday, 1 August | Arrival in Bruges
We will meet in Bruges, often called the “Venice of the North,” with its winding canals, cobbled streets, and storybook houses. Settle into our charming canal-side hotel. Guests may enjoy a boat tour through Bruges’ fairytale waterways. Evening stroll through medieval streets, sampling Belgian chocolate, waffles, or a glass of Trappist beer during the day.
Day 2 – Sunday, 2 August | Bruges – T’Zand Brocante
Full day at T’Zandfeesten, Bruges’ biggest annual flea market, with hundreds of stalls selling antiques, vintage goods, and curiosities. Evening free to explore canals and cafés.
Day 3 – Monday, 3 August | Bruges ➝ Domburg ➝ Middelburg
Mid-morning drive to Domburg, a delightful Dutch seaside town in Zeeland. Enjoy the summer market, a beach stroll, and lunch in a typical Dutch beach “tent” restaurant. Evening arrival in Middelburg, the capital of Zeeland, with abbey buildings, canals, and gabled houses. Overnight in Middelburg.
Day 4 – Tuesday, 4 August | Middelburg ➝ Veere ➝ Zierikzee
Short drive to Veere, a historical market town with locals in traditional costume, crafts, and regional delicacies. Stroll the harbour and boutiques. Evening arrival in Zierikzee, a medieval harbour town with over 500 listed buildings. Overnight in a welcoming B&B near the town centre and new harbour. Walking distance to our Flea market the next day.
Day 5 – Wednesday, 5 August | Zierikzee Brocante
Full day at Zierikzee’s large Brocante & flea market, offering antiques, vintage finds, and curiosities. Free evening to enjoy dinner by the harbour or relax at the B&B.
Day 6 – Thursday, 6 August | Zierikzee ➝ Delft
Morning visit to the weekly produce market, famous for Dutch cheeses, flowers, and baked goods. Afternoon drive to Delft, settle into our cosy canal-side hotel.
Day 7 – Friday, 7 August | Delft – Leisure & Culture
Free day in Delft, famous for blue-and-white pottery and its canals. Optional day trip to The Hague to visit the Mauritshuis Museum, home to Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring.
Day 8 – Saturday, 8 August | Delft ➝ Tongeren
Morning browsing at Delft’s antique market alongside the canals. Afternoon drive to Tongeren, Belgium’s oldest town, with over 40 antique shops. Overnight ready for the famous Sunday market with over 300 stallholders.
Day 9 – Sunday, 9 August | Tongeren – Antique Market ➝ Ardennes
Early morning visit to Tongeren Antique & Flea Market, one of Europe’s largest. After lunch, continue to the Ardennes, staying in riverside apartments in La Roche en Ardenne with castle views. Relaxing evening for bistros and local cafes.
Day 10 – Monday, 10 August | Ardennes Free Day
Optional activities: canoe trip down the Meuse, riverside walks, local shops, or visit the local WWII Museum.
Day 11 – Tuesday, 11 August | Ardennes ➝ Champagne
Afternoon drive to the Champagne region. Dinner in a traditional Champagne bistro. Overnight in Châlons-en-Champagne.
Day 12 – Wednesday, 12 August | Champagne Region
Visit Hautvillers, birthplace of Champagne and home of Dom Pérignon. Optional Champagne house tour in Épernay, exploring underground cellars. Evening option: Marne River boat light show tour. Overnight in Châlons-en-Champagne.
Day 13 – Thursday, 13 August | Champagne ➝ Sedan (Castle Stay)
Drive north with a stop at a dépôt-vente for treasure hunting. Overnight at Fort de Sedan, the largest fortified castle in Europe.
Day 14 – Friday, 14 August | Sedan ➝ Dinant ➝ Durbuy ➝ Namur
Scenic drive with stops in Dinant and Durbuy, then evening arrival at Château de Namur. Dinner on the terrace overlooking the valley (weather permitting).
Day 15 – Saturday, 15 August | Namur & Assumption Day Brocantes ➝ Brussels
Explore local brocantes & vide-greniers. Evening transfer to Brussels for the spectacular Carpet of Flowers show in the Grand Place.
Day 16 – Sunday, 16 August | Departure from Brussels
The tour concludes after breakfast. Optional stay in Brussels to explore the Marolles antique district or catch a 1.5 train to Paris.
Inclusions
Accommodation in carefully chosen hotels, B&Bs, and castle stay
Breakfast included in Bruges, Middelburg, Zierikzee, and Delft
Private transport for the duration of the tour
All scheduled markets, brocantes, and cultural visits listed (unless marked optional)
