Leuven

Flanders

The northern part of Belgium is known as Flanders. All Flemish towns are brimming with quaint medieval squares, tree-lined canals, gorgeous architectural facades, world class museums, trendy fashion and designer boutiques, and friendly outdoor cafés perfect for sipping on one of the many hundreds of different local beers. And – not to forget – the best chocolate in the world...Travelling to Flanders is an unforgettable experience!

Whether you're looking to quench your thirst for knowledge or just your thirst, Leuven is the ideal place.

This youthful town, less than half an hour by train from Brussels, is home to one of Europe's oldest universities, dating back to 1425, and history is present on every street corner.

And where there are students... there is beer!

Leuven is Belgium's reigning brewing capital – no small feat in a country that produces hundreds of delicious varieties. Leuven is the headquarters of Anheuser-Bush Inbev, the largest brewery in the world, famous for – amongst many others – the locally brewed Stella Artois beer.

So to taste centuries of Flemish tradition and craftsmanship, find yourself a cosy corner and enjoy...

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Not to Miss

Oude Markt

Live the student life and have a beer in one of the nearly 50 pubs on the "Oude Markt" or Old Market Square, known as the 'longest bar' in Europe.

Saint Peter's Church

Saint Peter's Church is the oldest church in Leuven. It was presumably founded in 986. The first church burnt down in 1176. A new Romanesque church was then re-built and dominates the square.

Town Hall

Leuven's town hall is one of the best-known Gothic town halls worldwide and Leuven's pride and joy. It took three architects and thirty years to build it.

Begijnhof

This bit of Unesco World Heritage from the 13th century is a bewitching piece of pure relaxation right in the heart of the city. The Begijnhof – or Beguinage – has a succession of streets, squares, gardens and parks, with dozens of houses and convents in traditional sandstone.

M for Museum Leuven

The impressive, streamlined museum building, situated in the heart of the city, is a real eye-catcher. From the roof of the museum, you have a splendid view of the city. A must-see on your journey of discovery in Leuven!