What to do · Leuven
The Grote Markt and the Gothic town hall
Information
- Price
- Free
- Duration
- 30 min
- Season
- All year
- Who it's for
- All ages
- With a dog
- On a lead, around the square
Leuven's town hall, from the fifteenth century, is one of the masterpieces of Flemish Gothic: a facade of stone lacework with turrets and niches full of statues of saints, artists and figures from the city. Opposite is St Peter's Church.
Inside, in 2029
The interior is closed for repairs and refurbishment, and Visit Leuven expects it to reopen to the public in 2029. Meanwhile, its website has 360-degree photos of the rooms. The facade can be seen all the same, and at night it is lit up.
Tips
- Look at the niches The statues date from the nineteenth century; each has its figure, from counts to professors.
Frequently asked questions
Can you visit Leuven town hall?
Not inside: it is closed for works until 2029. The facade can be seen from the square.
With young childrenAs a familyWith a dog
