The highlights of Leuven
Discover the historic highlights of Leuven with a short 3.9 km walk amongst the historic buildings, or follow a longer round trip of 5 km that takes you along the Vaartkom as well. Once on the Vaartkom, stroll past the enchanting white houses of the Small Beguinage and stop in at De Hoorn, where the very first glass of Stella beer was brewed in 1926.
Can’t get enough of Leuven after this walk? Then extend your walk with a 4.5 km stroll through the Campus Arenberg area. Or add a round trip of 5.8 km to your walk to visit Park Abbey. Leave the commotion of the city behind as you walk through the centuries-old gateway into phenomenal nature. Highly recommended if you wish to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
On a trip with kids
Leuven offers plenty of options for outings with the kids as well. At Saint Peter's Church for instance, where a number of stories and games within a pretty do-it-yourself booklet take you along a few of the church’s masterpieces, at your own pace and depending on your preferences.
Refuel with a delicious grilled ham and cheese toastie or pancake after your walk, or enjoy some lunch at one of the other child-friendly lunch spots. Next, pay a visit to museum M Leuven, which caters to all ages. End your day at a cosy hotel or B&B, just right for your family.
Beer tours
Would you rather skip the walk and go straight for the beer? No worries! Leuven is home to Stella as well as a range of other local beers.
Do the guided BeerWalk to explore Leuven in three hours while learning how to taste beer like a pro. Discover hidden pubs and forgotten little breweries and enjoy as many as five tastings. As a souvenir, you will receive an official BeerWalk tasting glass.
If you prefer to explore on your own, just take a digital tour available on Google Maps. Explore authentic folk pubs, modern beer cafes, historic sites and breweries. The tour comes packed with interesting beer facts and exciting bar stories. Cheers!
Discover the beer tours in Leuven.
Explore the university
Leuven is a bona fide university city, with campuses and students spread throughout the city. Are you curious about the university's heritage or would you be more interested in scientifically themed tours? Download the official walking app from KU Leuven and explore the wonderful world of the university.
There are quite a few other apps you can download for an exciting way to get to know Leuven better.
Tired after a day of walking adventures? Unwind in Leuven and continue your exploration the next day!
5. Verken Leuven met de PodWalk
Wil jij ook wel eens op stap met reportage- en podcastmaker Arnout Hauben? In zijn VRT PodWalk (audiowandeling) vertelt hij meeslepende verhalen terwijl jij door zes eeuwen universiteitsgeschiedenis wandelt. Onderweg ontdek je iconische monumenten, verborgen erfgoed en nieuwe kunstwerken.
6. Op stap met kinderen
Ook voor uitjes met kinderen zijn er tal van mogelijkheden. Word een dappere Stadstapper tijdens een wandeltocht vol leuke opdrachten en verrassende weetjes. Geniet na de wandeling van een lekkere croque of een verrukkelijke pannenkoek in een van de vele kindvriendelijke lunchspots. Sluit de dag af in een gezellig hotel of B&B op maat van je gezin.
