Shopping and local produce
A discovery guide to the region for guests of La Chabetaine
Flavors, local produce and crafts around Vaux-sur-Sûre, Bastogne and Pommerloch
Welcome to the Ardennes! This authentic region is brimming with passionate producers, gourmet specialties, and charming establishments. Here are our top recommendations for discovering local flavors during your stay.
🏡 In Vaux-sur-Sûre and its villages
🍺 La Morhette – Microbrasserie des Coccinelles (Morhet)
Craft beers brewed in Morhet: blonde, triple, porter, elderflower or blueberry beer. Visits and tastings by appointment.
🌐 Website: https://lamorhette.be
🎣 The Ponds of the Strange (Hompré)
In a magnificent natural setting, the Étangs de la Strange offer a restaurant showcasing regional produce, locally raised trout, and Ardennes specialties. A favorite spot for nature and food lovers.
🌐 Website: https://wallux.com/les-etangs-de-la-strange
🧀 Local farmers
The Vaux-sur-Sûre region is rich in producers of cheese, honey, jams, artisanal charcuterie and other local products available for direct sale.
🥾 Gourmet walks
Take advantage of the many marked trails to discover the villages, landscapes and local producers of the Vaux-sur-Sûre area.
🍫 Bastogne, the gourmet capital of the Ardennes
🍫 Pierre Plas Chocolatier
Considered one of the best chocolatiers in Belgium, Pierre Plas works with chocolate using a "bean-to-bar" approach, directly from selected cocoa beans.
🏆 Gault & Millau Chocolatier of the Year 2023.
🌐 Website: https://pierreplas.be
🍺 Bastogne Brewery
Home of the famous Trouffette beer, emblematic of the region. A fine range of craft beers brewed with passion.
🌐 Website: https://www.brasseriedebastogne.be
🥩 Ardennes Ham
It is impossible to leave the region without tasting the genuine Ardennes IGP ham as well as the many artisanal cured meats offered in local butcher shops.
🌐 Website: https://www.jambonardennedop.be
🛍️ Bastogne Country Tourist Office
Here you will find maps, brochures, ideas for visits, gourmet tours and information on local producers.
🌐 Website: https://www.paysdebastogne.be
🍺 Magerotte
🍺 BR Brewery
A craft brewery located in Magerotte. Its distinctive beers are regularly featured at markets, local festivals and gastronomic events in the region.
🌐 Website: https://www.br-brasserie.be
🌾 Around
🌺 Safranloy (Anloy – Libin)
An original crop in the Ardennes: saffron. Also discover the jams, syrups, honeys and artisanal products made on site.
🌐 Website: https://www.safranloy.be
🍯 The Flavors of Anloy
A range of locally sourced products made using traditional methods: jams, saffron preparations, spices and local delicacies.
🌐 Website: https://www.saveurs-anloy.be
🛍️ Pommerloch (Luxembourg)
🛒 Knauf Shopping Center
Just a few minutes from Bastogne, this shopping centre also offers several gourmet shops, chocolatiers, delicatessens and Luxembourg specialties.
🌐 Website: https://www.knaufshopping.lu/pommerloch
❤️ La Chabetaine's favorites
🥇 Pierre Plas Chocolatier – Bastogne
🥈 La Morhette – Morhet
🥉 The Strange Ponds – Hompré
⭐ Bastogne Brewery and La Trouffette
⭐ BRasserie BR – Magerotte
⭐ Saffron-loy – Anloy
⭐ Ardennes Ham
⭐ Knauf Shopping Center – Pommerloch
🎁 A souvenir idea from your stay
Create your own gourmet Ardennes basket with:
- A La Morhette or Trouffette craft beer
- A few pralines from Pierre Plas
- Ardennes ham
- A jam or honey with saffron from Safranloy
- Some regional products discovered during your walks
A way to extend the flavors of the Ardennes long after your stay at La Chabetaine . 😊