Leuven Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital city of Flemish Brabant, Belgium
About Leuven
The city has a long and interesting history, being founded probably in the 9th century. It was particularly interesting because of the location, at the riverDijleand close to Brussels. Most of the city was thrashed and burned to the ground by the German invasion in World War I, and was again damaged during World War II. The historic centre however has been preserved and historic buildings like the University Library have been restored, partly with foreign relief funds. Leuven is located just east of Brussels (20km). It is the capital of the Province ofFlemish BrabantinBelgium. This means it houses a lot of administrative services and the Province Building, where the province council is located. Its main industries are technology (due to the University) and beer. Important companies such as
Top Attractions in Leuven
Explore the best things to see and do in Leuven:
- ★Bears Leuven
- ★British Military Cemetery De Jacht
- ★Castle of Arenberg
- ★Fonske
- ★Groot Begijnhof
- ★Keizersberg Abbey
- ★Klein Begijnhof
- ★Lakenhal
Where to Eat in Leuven
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Brasserie De Abdijmolen
- 🍴Cafe Leffe
- 🍴Cappadocia
- 🍴Club "Met"
- 🍴D'Artagnan
- 🍴De Klimop
Where to Stay in Leuven
- 🏨Begijnhof Congres Hotel
- 🏨Hotel Binnenhof
- 🏨Hotel La Royale
- 🏨Hotel New Damshire
- 🏨IBIS Leuven
- 🏨Klooster Hotel
Leuven Travel Guide Sections
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