Following the sell-out success of our first Brocante Tour, this second journey has been designed for those who love antiques, markets, and beautiful places. Travelling through Belgium, the Netherlands, and France, we combine celebrated brocantes with charming towns, time at leisure, and a relaxed pace — finishing with a Champagne celebration in Reims.
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.
🌿 Brocante Tour Two
Belgium, The Netherlands & France 20 August – 3 September
This second Brocante tour has been designed for those who love antiques, markets, beautiful towns, and travelling at a relaxed pace. We combine some of Europe’s most loved brocantes with charming towns, historic markets, and time to simply enjoy where we are.
Day 1 – Brussels
Our tour begins in Brussels, where the group gathers for the first time. In the evening we meet for a relaxed welcome dinner, a lovely opportunity to get to know one another and settle into the rhythm of the tour.
Day 2 – Brussels & travel to Namur
The morning is yours to explore Brussels at leisure — wander the historic centre, enjoy cafés, or simply soak up the atmosphere. Later in the afternoon we travel to Namur, where we check in to Château de Namur. This evening we enjoy a group dinner at the château.
Day 3 – Temploux Brocante or leisure in Namur
Today is dedicated to the famous Temploux Brocante, one of the largest and most loved antique markets in Europe. For those who prefer a slower day, Namur itself is a beautiful town to explore at leisure, with its citadel, riverside walks, and cafés.
Day 4 – Temploux & Bruges
This morning we return to Temploux for a final wander through the brocante. In the afternoon we travel to the magical medieval town of Bruges, where the remainder of the day and evening are free to enjoy this enchanting city.
Day 5 – Bruges
A full day at leisure in Bruges. Stroll along canals, explore lace shops and galleries, enjoy long lunches, or simply wander — Bruges is a joy to experience slowly.
Day 6 – Optional Kringloop visit
This morning offers an optional outing to explore local kringloop winkels (Belgian second-hand and charity shops) — a wonderful way to hunt for unexpected treasures. The afternoon and evening are free back in Bruges.
Day 7 – Veere & Zierikzee
We depart Bruges and travel to the charming Dutch town of Veere, known for its harbour, historic streets, and its traditional costume historical market atmosphere. After time to explore, we continue to Zierikzee, where we stay overnight. Zierikzee is a charming 1100 year old harbour village with over 500 historical listed buildings.
Day 8 – Zierikzee Brocante
Today is dedicated to the Zierikzee Brocante, held throughout this beautiful historic town. A hidden gem off the beaten track. A wonderful day for browsing antiques and enjoying the relaxed Dutch market atmosphere.
Day 9 – Zierikzee market & Delft
This morning we enjoy the local market in Zierikzee. Flowers, local cheese & produce. In the afternoon we travel to Delft, where we check in and enjoy dinner at a local bistro.
Day 10 – Delft or The Hague
A day to choose your own pace. You may explore Delft at leisure, or travel with me by train to The Hague to visit the book and vintage brocante held beneath the trees. The evening is free back in Delft.
Day 11 – Delft & Tongeren
This morning we visit the Delft brocante along the canals. In the afternoon we travel to Belgium, arriving in Tongeren, the oldest town in Belgium dating back to the Romans, with over 45 antique shops.
Day 12 – Tongeren Brocante & travel to Dinant
We spend the morning at the famous Tongeren Antique Market, one of the largest in Belgium, with more than 350 stallholders. Later we travel via Durbuy to Dinant, where we stay for two nights. Durbuy is absolutely charming place to stop on route.
Day 13 – Dinant
A day at leisure in Dinant, beautifully set along the Meuse River. Enjoy time to explore, relax, or simply soak up the scenery. Visit the Citidel, the Church built into the Cliffside or take a leisurely cruise on the Meuse River.
Day 14 – Sedan & Reims
We travel towards France, stopping in Sedan for the night before continuing to Reims in the Champagne region. We stay in the largest Chateau fort in Europe, it’s truly spectacular. This evening marks our final night together.
Day 15 – Champagne & farewell
On our final day we visit a Champagne house to toast the end of our time together. Our tour ends in Reims the Champagne capital and where former French Royalty were crowned for centuries.
Inclusions
Accommodation in carefully chosen hotels, a Chateau and a castle stay
Breakfasts included
Private transport for the duration of the tour
All scheduled markets, brocantes, and cultural visits listed (unless marked optional)
