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...
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The statue of Erasmus is a gift from “Lions Club Leuven Erasmus” to the city of Leuven on the occasion of the fifth anniversary of this association. Desiderius Erasmus (1466-1536) was one of the most...
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.
De Kangxi Hemelglobe- The Celestial global and the five other astronomical instruments designed by Ferdinal Verbiest in 1675 at the request of the Kangxi emperor exist at the ancient observatory in Bejing where Verbiest worked.In...
Leuven based Stella Artois became one of the most popular pilsner beers in Belgium and in the late 20th century also began to make headway abroad. Stella Artois is available in 80 countries where it is positioned as an international luxury beer.
The Concert and Theater Hall (De Stadsschouwburg) in Leuven was built in 1867, replacing the Frascati hall, which was demolished to make way for a new avenue. Construction began in 1864, and the hall’s grand...
Explore the Leuven Train Station, a protected monument designed by Henri Fouquet in 1875. Located on Martelarenplein, the station is a key transport hub and a significant piece of Leuven's architectural and historical heritage.
The Groot Begijnhof (Great Beguinage) of Leuven is a well preserved beguinage and completely restored historical quarter containing a dozen streets in the south of downtown Leuven.