My wife and I recently returned from a trip, and here's another of my posts about great bread bakeries in various cities for those who are traveling.
Amsterdam
Rise Bakery (Albert Cuypstraat 208H) -- Superb sourdough bread. What a fine tasty crust and soft creamy crumb. A really nice loaf.
Antwerp
Goossens (Korte Gasthuisstraat 31) -- A good selection of breads along with pastries for those who are inclined.
Bakery Dellafaille Antwerp (Museumstraat 2) -- Another solid choice for a loaf of bread.
Bruges
Bakkerij Sint-Paulus (Nieuweweg 4) -- Great bread in the heart of Bruges. Nice crust and crumb.
Schaeverbeke (Schaarstraat 2) -- Wide selection of loaves. Very reasonable prices and good quality.
Brussels
Boulangerie Pinpin (Rue Blaes 152) -- Extraordinary flavor in the crust and crumb. The loaf of bread was outstanding, and the baguette was as good as any we got in Paris in May 2024. A small place away from the crowds. Be sure to go here if you are in Brussels.