Leuven

Established around a crossing of the River Dijle, Leuven became Flanders’ leading university city and the capital of Flemish Brabant. KU Leuven, founded in 1425, gives the compact centre much of its intellectual energy, with student life filling streets and cafés during term time. On the Grote Markt, the 15th-century Town Hall is known for its densely carved façade and faces the Gothic St Peter’s Church. The Great Beguinage, a preserved quarter of brick houses, lanes and gardens, belongs to the UNESCO-listed Flemish Béguinages. Leuven is also closely linked to Belgium’s brewing tradition through Stella Artois. Explore further points of interest via webcams across Leuven and Flemish Brabant.

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