University Library and Tower

Discover the iconic University Library of Leuven and enjoy a stunning panorama over the city from the tower.

About the University Library

The University Library of Leuven is one of the city’s most famous buildings. After the destruction of the old library during the First World War, a monument in neo-Renaissance style was built on Ladeuzeplein between 1921 and 1928. With American funding. Visitors discover an iconic reading room and the tower with views over Leuven.

Can’t wait? Visit the University Library in 360°

Discover the University Library and Tower

Universiteitsbibliotheek op het Ladeuzeplein
Universiteitsbibliotheek / University Library
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Guided tour: University library and visit of the tower

During this walk-in tour you wil learn more about the rich history and architecture of the University Library of Leuven and its tower. A guide takes you along both the well-known and lesser-known sides of the building.
Every Tuesday and Wednesday

Tower visit and live carillon concert University Library

Visit the tower of the University Library on Tuesday nights and Wednesdays at noon. Enjoy the view from the balcony and attend a carillon concert from the front row.
Universiteitsbibliotheek © Kevin Faignaert
Universiteitsbibliotheek © Kevin Faignaert
Every day

Visit the University Library and Tower with an Audio Tour

During the climb in the library tower, you will learn more about the eventful history of the University of Leuven and its carillon tower through the permanent exhibition . A photo exhibition takes you through five significant historical periods.

Tips for your visit

Download the free Heritage App and discover both the well-known and lesser-known aspects of the building (download at AppStore and Google Play Store).

Plan your visit

Openings hours

Check the opening hours on the KU Leuven website.

Address

Ladeuzeplein 21
3000 Leuven
View on map

Getting there

By bus

All buses heading towards the city center, bus stop Rector De Somerplein
Route planner

By car

Parkings in the neighbourhood: Ladeuzeplein

Accessibility

  • The university library is accessible to wheelchair users, visually impaired, blind and hearing impaired people.
  • There are two adapted toilets in the building.

Read more about the accessibility and how to get to the University Library

For groups

You can request a group guided tour at KU Leuven via the online form. Please submit your request at least three weeks before your preferred date.

More info

Read more about the University Library in the brochure:

Downloads
This is Leuven, University Library (pdf, 2.54 MB)

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Do you have a question?

Contact us. We are happy to help.

Call us

+32 16 20 30 20

Mail us

visit@leuven.be
You will get an answer as soon as possible.

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Address

Jozef Vounckplein 2
3000 Leuven

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