The Edouard Remy Residential Care Center, known for its yellow house façade, has been a Leuven landmark since 1958. Renovated and expanded in 2015, it now provides care for 172 residents.
Paep Thoon (15th century), a Leuven jester and prankster, became famous for his wit and defiance after finding a loophole in his exile. Once organist at St. Peter’s Church, he remains a celebrated folk hero.
Kruidtuin (Botanical Garden ) is a first botanical garden was established in Leuven in 1738 by Henri-Joseph Rega, Professor of Medicine. In 1982 renovated the orangery in its original state and installed a tropical greenhouse. Lovers of plants and herbs can indulge themselves in the diverse collections.
The Arenberg Castle is used by KU Leuven's Faculty of Engineering Sciences and is the pivotal point of a green campus for the Science & Technology group.
In the heart of Leuven, on Naamsestraat, stands a remarkable statue with a compelling story. The Renée statue was gifted to...
A Gift to the City of Leuven Located in Mechelsestraat, near the former 'Zeven Hoeken', the statue of Desiderius Erasmus...
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 Kangxi Celestial Globe, designed by Ferdinand Verbiest in 1675, was recreated and brought to KU Leuven in 1989. This replica blends Chinese and Western astronomy and stands in the Atrechtcollege courtyard.
