Leuven, Belgium

Leuven Travel Guide

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Local name: Louvain Population: 102.1 thous. (2020)Area: 21.86 mi²Elevation: 102 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 50°52'48"N, 4°42'4"E
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VlaanderenBelgium

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Leuven plan & book

Unleash the traveler in you — discover the cheapest flight deals, find the perfect hotel or hostel nearby, and search for the best car rental prices. Travel at your own pace to discover new places and enjoy your journey.

Leuven Top Attractions

Leuven Attractions - What to See and Explore

Leuven offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Hortus Botanicus Lovaniensis, Sint-Donatus Park, Grote Markt, Park Abbey. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Leuven plan & book

Unleash the traveler in you — discover the cheapest flight deals, find the perfect hotel or hostel nearby, and search for the best car rental prices. Travel at your own pace to discover new places and enjoy your journey.

Day trips

Leuven – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Leuven, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Grand Place (Brussels), Mini-Europe (Brussels), Atomium (Brussels).

Best Time To Visit Leuven

Learn when is the best time to travel to Leuven weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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August, September, October and December are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in May, June and July.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February and April. Most of it rains in June, July, October, November and December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Best Ways to Experience the City

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Leuven?

What is the best time to visit Leuven?

August, September, October and December are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in May, June and July. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Where to next? Visit vlaanderen Vlaanderen region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Belgium.