Bruges has carried the title of Europe’s chocolate capital for centuries. What, you didn’t know that? Then why not cross the channel over to Belgium with P&O Ferries and see for yourself?

From this week until early December, Choc in Brugge (Bruges) is a month-long expo dedicated to the good stuff where people can wander around the city, take part in workshops, visit museums, learn about chocolate history and of course sample some of the local produce. And with Christmas fast approaching, what better time to treat yourself to some sweet treats and maybe grab something for the kids to snack on during those cosy winter evenings?

For example, there is the chocolate museum Choco-Story, which traces the 400 year history of chocolate in Europe, including its different variations and applications throughout the years.

During Choc in Brugge, more than a dozen local high-end restaurants will have special items on their menu that will get every chocolate lover’s juices flowing. Whether it’s ’filet steak, duck or scallops, the Michelin-decorated chefs have a number of chocolatey delicacies on offer.

On 11, 12 and 13 November, the Choco-Laté festival will take place in Bruge. Chocolatiers, pastry chefs, sculptors and many other artists will present their artwork to the public, who can also check out the latest trends in the fields of fair trade and wellness.

To get to Bruges for the Choc in Brugge event, you can take a P&O Ferry from Hull to Zeebrugge, from which it’s only 10 miles down the N41 motorway.

Image credit: Kristina D.C. Hoeppner

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