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Brewing commune

Becoming a brewing commune' immediately gives the municipality an identity.

Upon joining RECORB, a local authority becomes a 'Brewing commune' and joins this European network for sustainable beer tourism. The labelling process can also begin.

Join the network

The territory becomes a brewing commune and gains access to tools for visibility, networking and tourism development.

Measuring the intensity of the brewing presence

RECORB carries out an assessment based on a set of objective criteria relating to the region’s stakeholders, venues, initiatives and traditions.

Receiving support towards achieving the label

Depending on the result, the region may be awarded one, two or three hops, or even the Golden Hop.

A bustling high street in a town famous for its breweries

What local strengths bring a brewing destination to life?

  • Local authorities
  • Local elected representatives
  • Regional elected representatives
  • Tourist offices
  • Development agencies
  • Breweries
  • Microbrewers
  • Beer brotherhoods
  • Drink centres
  • Cafés & pubs
  • Horeca sector
  • Museums
  • Festivals
  • Local producers
  • Shops selling local produce
  • Shops
  • Associations

RECORB brings this ecosystem together to develop a sustainable, coherent and visible beer tourism offering that benefits the whole region.

Diagnostics & Label

And what about the label?

Ten objective criteria, three levels of hops and an exceptional price: discover the labeling process that measures the intensity of brewing in your commune.

50 points

One hop

70 points

Two hops

90 points

Three hops

Make beer tourism a new reason for people to visit your area.

Whether you’re a local authority, town, region or district: let’s discuss your potential for tourism, culture and the economy.