Chocolate, Tastings & a Working Chocolate Factory in Latrobe
Chocolate lovers, you’ve found your stop. Anvers Chocolate Factory in Latrobe brings a little Belgian chocolate tradition to Tasmania’s North West Coast – with plenty of tasting along the way.
Founded by Belgian-born chocolatier Igor Van Gerwen, Anvers creates handmade truffles, pralines, fudge and specialty chocolates using traditional European techniques and quality ingredients, including fresh Tasmanian dairy.
Take a peek through the factory viewing windows to watch the chocolatiers tempering, moulding and enrobing chocolates, then wander through the small chocolate museum before making your way to the tasting centre and shop. Entry and self-guided factory viewing are free – which leaves more room in the budget for chocolate.
Come hungry and settle into the Anvers Cafe for breakfast, lunch, coffee or something sweet. Hot chocolates, chocolate desserts and plenty of Tasmanian produce make it very easy to stay a little longer.
Set amongst the gardens of historic Wyndarra Lodge on the Bass Highway near Latrobe, Anvers is an easy stop from Devonport and a firm favourite for families, chocolate lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth.
Explore more of the Tasting Trail
Travelling with the kids? Make Anvers Chocolate Factory part of our Family Fun Trail, with plenty more sweet treats, farm experiences and local producers to discover along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Anvers Chocolate Factory?
Anvers Chocolate Factory is located at 9025 Bass Highway, Latrobe, Tasmania, between Latrobe and Devonport on Tasmania’s North West Coast.
Can you visit the Anvers Chocolate Factory?
Yes. Entry is free and visitors can take a self-guided look through the factory viewing area to see Anvers chocolatiers tempering, moulding and enrobing chocolates, truffles, pralines and fudge.
Can you taste chocolate at Anvers?
Yes. Visit the Chocolate Shop to sample Anvers chocolates and browse the range of handmade truffles, pralines, fudge and specialty chocolates to take home.
Does Anvers Chocolate Factory have a cafe?
Yes. Anvers Cafe is open for breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon tea, with coffee, hot chocolate, chocolate desserts and plenty of Tasmanian produce on the menu.
Is there a chocolate museum at Anvers?
Yes. Visitors can explore the small chocolate museum and learn more about chocolate and the story behind Anvers before watching the working factory in action.
Is Anvers Chocolate Factory family friendly?
Yes. Free entry, chocolate tastings, factory viewing, the chocolate museum and gardens make Anvers an easy stop for families exploring North West Tasmania. It also features on the Tasting Trail Tasmania Family Fun Trail.
Is Anvers Chocolate Factory near Devonport?
Yes. Anvers is on the Bass Highway at Latrobe, just a short drive from Devonport, making it an easy stop at the beginning or end of a North West Tasmania road trip.