It will not take you long to figure out what Leuven was built on, as its university and breweries are very much still the heart and soul of the city. The University is a striking mix of classic architecture and state-of-the-art research and facilities.
As tourists, it will be the classical side of the university that interests you. As with many university towns, the sheer number of students gives the place a real buzz. The city is home to over 25,000 students, and this can be clearly witnessed on any night or evening out in the city.
The city is located only 25km away from Brussels and very much lives in the bigger city’s shadow in terms of tourism. But if you have visited Brussels or anywhere else in Belgium and liked what you saw, then you will certainly enjoy what Leuven has to offer.
Despite the picturesque center of the city is small enough to see it all in a day or two, the charms and culture of this lively city will easily keep you here for a week or two.
