Capital of Flemish Brabant province, Belgium
“Discover a destination where every street carries traces of another era and history feels alive around you.”
Leuven, also called Louvain, is the capital and largest city of the province of Flemish Brabant in the Flemish Region of Belgium. A Dutch-speaking municipality, it is located about 25 kilometres east of Brussels. The municipality itself comprises the sub-municipalities of Heverlee, Kessel-Lo, Leuven proper, Wilsele, and Wijgmaal and parts of Haasrode and Korbeek-Lo. It is the eighth largest city in Belgium, with more than 100,244 inhabitants.
What it’s like to be here — and what to go and see.
Mild weather and blooming scenery set the stage for relaxed exploration.
Warm evenings and vibrant energy make for lively nights out and about.
Cooler days and thinner crowds make it easy to explore at your own pace.
Fewer visitors and cozy atmospheres make for a relaxed, unhurried visit.
A rough, general read — not a precise guide.
Sights are a little more spread out, but still easily walkable.
Getting around by metro, trams and buses is easy, and a car is rarely needed.
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