Discover the festive atmosphere in Leuven with our complete event guide. From local residents to visitors, this guide leads you through all winter activities our historic student city has to offer.
The Grand Place forms the beating heart of the winter festivities, surrounded by the historic town hall and St. Peter's Church. Visitors can enjoy the cozy Christmas market with traditional stalls, the covered ice rink at Ladeuze Square, and the atmospherically lit shopping streets in the city center. The winter walk connects all important locations, from Herbert Hoover Square to the Old Market Square, known as 'the longest bar in Europe'.
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Leuven Events Events
Currende Christmas Concerts (Leuven) • 0.0 miles
Reviving forgotten Renaissance masterpieces
(Un)Holy Light Trail (Leuven) • 0.7 miles
City center light art festival
Leuven Christmas Market (Leuven) • 0.8 miles
A historic European Christmas market with over 100 international stands.
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