Wépion
Strawberry museum in Wépion
Wépion is a district of the city of Namur, Wallonia, Belgium. Located 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) south of the city centre, it is considered as Belgian's strawberry capital, with the Wépion strawberry an established concept in Belgian cuisine.[1]
The strawberry has been cultivated there for more than 150 years because Wépion benefits from a micro-climate, sun-exposed plantations on west sloping ground and has a perfect ground for this type of culture.
It produces a strawberry beer under the brand name .
See also[]
References[]
- ^ Mitchel L. Zoler (Jun 12, 2015). "In Belgium's Strawberry Fields, Perfection's in the Picking". New York Times.
External links[]
Media related to Wépion at Wikimedia Commons- Brief details & photo
Coordinates: 50°25′N 4°52′E / 50.417°N 4.867°E
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