Shopping

Where are the shopping streets? What are the hotspots? When is the open-air market? 

Events

Wed 13 May 2026

Leuven by Night

The shopping event to kick off your summer and long weekend in style.

Markets and specialty establishments

Markets

Visit local markets during your trip in Leuven.
Old but not out

Specialty establishments with a touch of history

Leuven has a number of unique specialty shops that have effortlessly stood the test of time

Markten

Every Wednesday

Market in Kessel-Lo

Every Wednesday afternoon, you can visit the lively neighborhood market in Kessel-Lo.
Every Saturday

Market in city centre of Leuven

At the Saturday market, you will find small specialities such as dried meats, cheese and mushrooms, and every week there is a selection of antiques on offer.

Every Sunday

Market in Heverlee

Every Sunday morning, you can visit the lively market in Heverlee.
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Shopping tips

Shopping streets

From trinket shops to major chain stores

Shopping guide

The best spots for every taste and style

Tips from locals

These Leuven fans share their favourite places to shop and eat.

"Leuven, that's coming home! And yet we are constantly discovering new things"

Bjorn & Jens, born in Leuven, born to enjoy life

“My Leuven? Sustainable shopping and enjoying world cuisine"

Cinzia, employee in a clothes store

“For me, Leuven is the ideal shopping afternoon with friends”

Celeste, medical student

Plan je bezoek

Station van Leuven

How to get there

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

Stadhuis
Stadhuis

Discover the highlights

These spots will make your trip to Leuven complete.

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

Do you have a question? 

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