This statue is belonging to Flemish Brabant artist Rik Poot, De Ontvoering van Europa (De reiswijzer). It was created in 2004 and posted on March 20, 2008, two years after the sculptor's death. It was one of the...
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The statue of Fiere Margriet was designed by Willy Meysmans and unveiled in 1982. There are different legends about Margriet. Blessed Margaret of Leuven is a popular saint from Leuven. She is the patroness of martyrs...
Discover the story behind the 'Ode to Friendship' statue in Leuven, a symbol of camaraderie commissioned by the Men of the Year. Created by artist Dany Tulkens in 1987, the hot air balloon sculpture represents lifelong friendships in this vibrant city.
Paep Thoon (Leuven, 15th century) was a folk figure in Leuven, in the Burgundian Netherlands during the Middle Ages.
In 1997, the Trade Association of Leuven gifted this statue to the city because of its 50th anniversary. Renée is the opposite of another sculpture in Leuven, namely Fonske. While Fonske represents the fun making...
Discover the Bronze Duck (De Dijle Eend) by René Rosseel in Leuven. This unique 2003 fountain offers a fun ritual for good fortune and enhances the beauty of Redingenstraat. Visit the Bronze Duck in Redingenstraat to experience its unique charm and participate in the lucky ritual. For more on Leuven’s artistic landmarks, check out our comprehensive guides here.
The Landlady (De Kotmadam) is a statue, part of the Oude Markt in Leuven, made by Alfred Bellefroid on May 16, 1985. “Kot” is Flemish slang for a student room, and the “kotmadam” is the...
Meester Jan - Sint Pieters Klokkenluider; The Leuven Jacquemart (mechanical statues striking bells) was called 'Meester Jan' and was constructed in 1381. In 1573 it finally came to grief under the influence of wind and weather,...