Let Leuven surprise you all over again

2025 is the year to travel to Leuven and rediscover the centuries-old but always lively university town. On this page you will find all the info and lots of tips to get the most out of your stay.

Leuven Highlights

Experience an unforgettable city trip with these highlights of Leuven. Get to know the city's most beautiful spots and sights!

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Visit the highlights of Leuven
Wandelen in het Groot Begijnhof in Leuven

Walking

There are so many ways to discover Leuven by foot. Head out on your own or go with an enthusiastic tour guide
Fietsen langs de Vaart

Cycling

Cycling is a fast and ideal way to explore Leuven and its green surroundings

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Discover the highlights at a favourable rate
2025

600 years university city

In celebration year 2025, get ready for exhibitions, heritage walks, art, lectures and so much more

 

Plan your stay

Spending the night in Leuven is always special. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere in Leuven's streets and a drink on the Old Market by night. Whether you stay in a B&B or a chain hotel, arrive by train or by car: Leuven is ready to welcome you with open arms.

Staying over

Do you love to stay at charming B&Bs or would you prefer to spend the night in a well-known hotel chain? Leuven’s got them all. Book your stay here

Food & drinks

From the nicest terraces to the cosiest coffee bars. Discover tips from locals
Fietsers in de Naamsestraat ter hoogte van het Atrechtcollege

Transport in Leuven

The centre of Leuven is best discovered on foot or by bike

Discover the city

Are you travelling as a couple, with girlfriends or friends or with your (adolescent) children? Do you like cycling or do you prefer cosy terraces and Leuven's beer culture? Discover tips tailored to your needs here.

Koffiebar Madmum in de Tiensestraat

Coffee bars in Leuven you should visit

If you’re wanting to feel like a local, we recommend visiting one (or multiple) coffee shops when you visit Leuven.

Bart en Ine van brouwerij de Coureur

5 insider tips for beer lovers in Leuven

Where to start? This is a beer-loving city, can you tell? The pubs, the restaurants, the sights, the activities... Beer lovers definitely won’t go thirsty here!

Must see hidden gems in Leuven

The hidden gems in Leuven are plentiful, so we highlighted 5 of the best ones. Check these out the next time you’re in Leuven!

12 gastronomic dining spots in Leuven

The prestigious gastronomy guide Gault&Millau gave 12 restaurants within the city ring a score of at least 13/20.

Wandelaars in de Kruidtuin

Green spots

There are many green places waiting to be discovered in and around Leuven
Shoppen in de Mechelsestraat

Eco & fair shopping in Leuven

Where can you find the coolest fair fashion? The trendiest second-hand boutiques? And local home-grown delicacies? In Leuven ofcourse, where you can shop to your heart’s content without burdening our planet.
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