Great Beguinage by candlelight

On Saturday 12 December 2026 the Great Beguinage will be even more atmospheric. Stroll through the streets in the glow of thousands of candles and enjoy the carillon music. 

  • When: Saturday 12 December 2026, 17:00 until 22:00
  • Where: Great Beguinage (view on map)
  • Price: Free

Getting there

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Leuven is very easily accessible. There are many ways to travel from the neighbouring countries straight to the heart of our university city.

More during Winterseason in Leuven

Thu 3 December 2026 until Sun 20 December 2026

Christmas market

There's no place more fun to shop than at the Christmas market!
Sun 6, 13 and 20 december 2026

Shopping Sundays in December

It is wonderful to shop in the cosily lit shopping streets of Leuven during the winter months.

 
Sun 27 December 2026

End of year corrida

Local sporty types end the year with the most festive running competition in the country: the End of year Corrida. Choose between a course of 4, 8 or 12 km.

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