Town Hall and Grote Markt

The Town Hall is Leuven's pride and joy. Moreover, it's one of the best-known Gothic town halls worldwide.

Attention The Town Hall is closed until 2029
Due to renovation works, you cannot visit the Town Hall until and including 2029. Scaffolding will surround the Town Hall until summer 2027. The façade is covered with a construction banner.

About the Town Hall

Around 1450, Leuven's Grote Markt was a new square bustling with craftsmen. During that period, at the same time as St. Peter's Church, the town hall was built, a prestigious project of which Leuven is still proud today. Construction took thirty years and involved three master builders. Afterwards the town hall remained a work in progress, with renovations, additions, and restorations, especially in the 19th century and into the 21st century.

Take a look at what the inside of the Town Hall looked like before renovations began. Can’t wait? Visit the Town Hall in 360°.

Plan your visit

Opening hours and tickets

The Town Hall is closed until 2029 for repairs and renovations

Address

Stadhuis

Stadhuis

Grote Markt
3000 Leuven
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Getting there

By bus

All busses in direction of the city centre, bus stop Rector De Somerplein
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By car

Parkings in the neighbourhood: Ladeuzeplein and Heilig Hart

Accessibility

The Grote Markt is accessible for wheelchair users. The ground consists of fairly flat cobblestones, with a gutter or manhole cover here and there.

More info

Read more about Leuven's Town Hall.

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3000 Leuven

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