Leuven (Belgium) - Wink Travel Guide

Leuven is a flourishing and lively city. It is the capital of the Belgian province of Flemish Brabant. It's a genuine university city which reflects in the streets. Summer in Leuven in general is calmer, although a lot of summer events are organised. The university that was founded in 1425 is the oldest catholic university in the world. The historic centre is one of the most beautiful in Belgium.

Leuven has a very central location in Flanders, which makes it the ideal starting point to discover the other parts of the nation. In recent years Leuven is visited by an increasing number of tourists as a result of the city's efforts in tourism and city renovation.

In any case Leuven has everything to appeal to both young and not-so-young: buzzing nightlife, intriguing and sometimes stunning historic sites, the important and worldwide respected university and two seemingly unending shopping streets are sure to be to your liking.

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