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Your PoShNote to the city.

Bar Louis and IJsbreker created this PoShNote with valuable assistance from a number of Leuven traders,

retailers, restaurants and other organizations. Guided by a philosophy

of businesses working together, everyone came together to make this

PoShNote a colourful reality and one which accurately reflects the

charm of this world renowned city. In the guide we accompany you through all the fascinating areas

of Leuven and highlight the most interesting shops and

businesses en route.

So open it up, we’ll take you by the hand and lead you through the

lovely streets of Leuven.

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Contents 3 Louisville

6 Lovango

8 360° sight seeing

20 It’s food to fall in love with

24 Interview Kwinten De Paepe

28 Majestic dinnerdates

31 Tasty places to lunch & dine

38 Cheers with beers!

40 Beauty lies in the hand of the beer holder

44 Where to go today?

54 Feeling so green

56 Let’s go velo!

58 Shop o’ clock!

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The historic cobblestone roads of Leuven hold millions of secrets. The dreams and ambitions of hundreds of years of students bounding up and down these narrow streets are embedded in the stones. The sense of history is tangible in the air. In Leuven the antique skips along hand in hand with the modern... Yesterday embraces today. And all combine to create a unique atmosphere which gives the area its well-deserved reputation as the jewel in Brabant’s crown. You’ll find many lively bars full of animated conversation as students take a break from academia and mingle happily with visitors and locals. A good animated chat over great cold beer is the best in Leuven. After all this is the hometown of Stella Artois. And don’t worry if you think you are seeing things, because that actually is a giant beetle stuck on a huge needle over there. Stroll along with us as we make our way through the city’s endless attractions.

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360° sight seeingA massive beetle stuck on a huge needle is just one of the many mindblowing sights and surprises in store. A stroll through the old city centre and its gothic splendour will take your breath away. Sint Pieters Church, the Town Hall, the Academic Library and the béguinages: each one a must-see attraction. In addition to spectacular historic treasures, Leuven also boasts some exquisite modern art in M-Museum Leuven. Step out and relax or sit down and mull on all the splendour you have witnessed. Here are some of the things you really need to see when you’re in Leuven.

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Town HallThis landmark building is world

famous for its stunning ornate Gothic architecture. Built between 1439 and 1445 and featuring 149 statues, you’ll

find the Town Hall right on the Grote Markt. Inside, there’s a fascinating array of artwork,

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“The little man, pouring beer onto his head.”

In Leuven, everybody knows Fons Sapientiae or ‘Fonske’, pouring a glass of beer onto his head while studying. The fountain of wisdom was designed by Jef Claerhout in 1975 as a gift to the city celebrate the 550th birthday of the University of Leuven. From time to time you’ll find Fonske dressed up in various outlandish costumes!

Sint Pieters ChurchWhen you come out of the Town Hall, you’ll spot Sint Pieters Church rightin front of you on the Grote Markt. Built in Brabantine Gothic style, Sint Pieters Church dates back from 1497 and constitutes the centre of Leuven. The church, with its cruci-form floor plan, survived both world wars. In the chancel and ambulatory you’ll come across a collection of world-renowned sculptures and paintings. Most famous are ‘The Last Supper’ (1464-1468) and ‘The Martyrdom of St Erasmus’ (1465) by Dirk Bouts. Be sure to check out an interesting curio up on the roof of the church; the gold whistle blower up there rings the bells on the hour!

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Hide & seek

There are plenty of hidden treasures in store. All of them waiting to reward the intrepid city tripper. So let’s hit the streets and go

explore. Can you find them?

111. Keizersberg - 2. ‘Old Market - 3. Academic Labrary - 4. Vaartkom - 5. Vaartkom - 6. Museum M - 7. Laudeuzeplein

Recently redesigned and rebuilt, the former Fochplein has changed its name to ‘De Somerplein’. This square is the home of ‘Fonske’. and hosts a ultrahandy bicycle parking. The modern ambience here provides both a contrast and a complement to the old city.

This splendid verdant square is surrounded by many of Leuven’s hip and trendy restaurants. One of the more unusual restaurants on the square is De Werf. Drop in for sandwiches in a lunch box or some fresh coffee in a thermos flask. During the academic year, throngs of students join workers here and everyone off-loads their cares over great food and drinks. So be sure to drop by, unload the weight from your legs and fuel yourself for the day.

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Leuven station, a harmonious combination of the 1875 eclectic design and the recent modern extension, faces out onto the Martelarenplein. This open square plays host to an array of restaurants, bars and terraces. All are we placed to welcome newcomers and locals alike. So why not sit down over a drink or a good cup of coffee and take a minute or two out to watch the world rush by.

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Catering for more than 26 000 passengers daily, the Central Station recently underwent extensive renovation and now boasts its own mini village. Stroll through the tunnel underneath the tracks and you’ll discover a host of shops and hotels at the

rear of the station.

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Home to Catholic lay sisters of yore, whose ranks were swelled by the decimation of men at war, you’ll find the Little Béguinage in the environs of St Geertrui’s Abbey. This charming historic quarter area is full of narrow alleys lined with little white beguine houses. The calm, romantic atmosphere provides the perfect spot for a tranquil walk, a quiet talk or even a little poetic dreaming.

The Grand Béguine is located further south, at the other side of the city. It is also known as ‘Béguinage Ten Hove’.Perfectly restored, this quaint historical area covers some 3 acres making it the largest existing béguinage in Flanders.

Just like at the St Geertrui Abbey, the Dijle-river flows quietly alongside the little cobblestone streets and beneath the historic bridges adding further charm and romance to the area which is now used as a campus,housing lucky students and academics fromthe University of Leuven.

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Handy contacts

For guided visits, tickets, mass-times and any other information, get incontact with:

Toerisme Leuven Naamsestraat 33000 Leuven

Tel. +32 (0) 16 20 30 20 Fax +32 (0) 16 20 30 03 [email protected]

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday:10h00 until 17h00

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Plunge into the riverside

This once industrial-zone is now the up and coming place to be. Old warehouses now play host to happening artists with their studios and galleries and cultural organizations. This goes hand in hand with hip clubs and cafes as well as great restaurants making good use of the riverside views.

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The Ladeuze pleinDominated by the landmark University Library, the Ladeuzeplein is home to a number of landmark Leuven events; the annual September fair, the famous Christmas market in December, the weekly market on Friday morning, ... Presiding over all these markets is a giant bug, firmly stuck on 23 metre needle.Situated right in front of the University Library. It is designed by famous Belgian artist, Jan Fabre. A striking piece of modern art which stands in beautiful contrast to its traditional surroundings.

After his death in 1523, Pope Adrianus VI donated his beautiful residence to the theology students as a place to stay. With its green terrace and central location, it still is the perfect stay for students of all kind nowadays.

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It’s food to fall in love withItalian, Mexican, Chinese, Indian, French, Japanese; in Leuven you can virtually explore the world on a plate. Perhaps the place to take off on this culinary voyage is the Muntstraat whether it’s lunch, an afternoon snack or an evening meal. But this is not the only place to enjoy local orglobal cuisine, carnivore or vegetarian. The Grote Markt and the Oude Markt are dotted with high quality cozy restaurants. Whether you are looking for freshly made sushi or the best of Belgian fries. Here are some suggestions as to where to startle your taste buds.

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The doors are locked. The hour not yet ten. A chilled lazy Saturday morning. Strange though... those crowds. They have been growing for the past twenty minutes. All cool and pleasant. Hanging outside the doors of De Walvis. Waiting for the clock to hit ten.

TEN! Then oceans of fish are ready for the catching. From this legendary shop. Fish to be teased in and adorned. Bargains dangled like flies to salmon. And hollers of excitement, conversation and advice at volumes not heard since the first sightings of Moby Dick himself (or so they say).

This Mechelsestraat fishmonger has, since 1987, become one of Leuven’s iconic landmarks. The sheer beauty of the city’s only indoor fish-market is rivalled only by the fresh works of culinary wonder prepared there for your delight on a daily basis. Oysters, fresh lobsters, Swedish caviar, the very finest of salmon and shrimp. And whether it is from the deep cold North Sea to mild waters of the French Med, De Walvis specialises in the provision of undersea riches.

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Kwinten is only 34 years old but he has already cooked up a storm and built a reputation for himself as one of Leuven’s leading chefs. He is the head chef in his own restaurant ‘Trente’ and is known for its local and seasonal cuisine. In 2011, Kwinten even won the title of ‘Best young chef in Flanders’ by Gault&Millau. We had a little chat with him.

Kwinten, thanks for finding some time to get out of the kitchen and answer some of our questions! We all know you in Leuven, like Jeroen Meus you are one of the best known chefs of our city. How does it feel to be the culinary face of Leuven? I’m happy that from time to time I get to represent the city I live in. There are many fine restaurants in Leuven, I’m proud of this city.

Trente, your restaurant, is a really great place to be. How long have people been able to taste your culinary excellence on the Muntstraat in Leuven? Trente has opened its doors around Valentine’s Day 2006, so we have been keeping discerning diners happy now for 8 years.

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Which cuisine do you offer? Trente offers a gastronomic menu. By ‘gastronomic’ I mean that we redefine everyday dishes by adding an elegant touch. We try to take everyday dishes to a higher level by doing something different with the ingredients and being original.

As you seem to be in the kitchen so often, do you ever find the time to dine out yourself? Oh! Of course! I actually eat in restaurants everyday. I guess I only eat at home once or twice a year. Most of the time I eat in Trente, that’s kind of obvious because I’m in the kitchen all day and night. But I’d sooner not eat my own food, not because I don’t like my own dishes, but because I like to be surprised by other cooks!

The Muntstraat may be a small street, but it has this unique atmosphere. What do you think makes it so unique? There are so many things that make the Muntstraat unique. They say you’ll find the longest bar in Europe at the Oude Markt but I’m convinced that the Muntstraat has the longest ‘terrace’, especially during summer. The street is filled with hundreds of little tables and you can just walk ‘through’ the restaurants and enjoy so many

different aromas and flavors. It is the latter which makes the Muntstraat even more unique. Just look around... there’s New Mexico on my right, serving delicious fiery Mexican food, there’s Koutoubiya on my left with its fine Moroccan fare. In front of me there’s Sakura slicing up the best of the Japanese cuisine and across the road there’s PepeNero dishing out a little Italian passion on a plate. And... what I like the most about this street is the fact that we’re all good friends. We don’t know the word ‘competition’, we are all cooperating. A few times a year we all get together in the pub to have a drink, a talk and a laugh. That’s hard to find these days!

So the world is represented in this little street I guess! Which ethnic cuisine appeals most to you? I don’t prefer one kitchen above the other actually. It all depends on how I feel on the day. One day I yearn for local Belgian food, like you can find in Kokoon for example. Another day I might yearn for some good Japanese food. It really depends on my mood! The lovely thing is, whatever I would desire to eat, I can find it here on the Muntstraat.

There are so many things that make the Muntstraat unique.

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So you’re a fan of Japanese? Sushi is the food trend of the moment. Are you into it? Definitely! I’m a sushi fan, but only when it’s is 100% fresh! I really appreciate good sushi, with properly cooked rice -and that’s harder to find than it seems-. I love classic sushi such as maki salmon or fresh tuna handrolls, but I also like some exotic fare such as fish egg sushi or some of the vegetarian pieces. Here, in the Muntstraat, they definitely know how to make good sushi. Wabi Sabi, Sakura, Samourai and You Sushi are specialized in it, along other delicious Japanese dishes. Oh dear, I’m starting to get hungry already!

You can also experience the best of ‘La bella Italia’ on the Muntstraat. Do pizzas, hot out of the oven, or Mediterranean pastas tantalize your taste buds? Yes, of course. I’m a huge fan of the Pizza PepeNero, it’s totally different to the classic tomato-topped pizza, it is in fact a white pizza! As I told you, I like to be surprised! But I also love a good pasta à la mama or any of the Italian dishes from Casa Mia, Quo Vadis, Iliria, Pronto or Ascoli and... Italians have good meat and meat sauces, I’m a meat lover.

Apart from Japanese and Italian, The Muntstraat also allows you to feast on other ethnic cuisine. Do you occasionally go for something completely different like Moroccan or Mexican? Koutoubiya specializes in tagines, I love a slow-cooked tagine. At New Mexico they serve the best burritos in town and at Elya you can find a great mix of Med cuisine. I just love all food. In Trente, I sometimes try to do something with these ethnic flavors. We don’t serve the real tagines or burritos, but we take some elements from it and mix them with our own ideas.

And what about the Belgian cuisine? Is our local cuisine represented in this charming little street? How could it not be? For real Belgian fries you have to go to Fonske, it does not get more Belgian. But there’s also Mykene, Troubadour and De Kansel. They all serve some good classic Belgian dishes. Tr3s and Kokoon are serving Belgian cuisine too, but they do it with a slight French touch. My two favourite Belgian dishes are the classic vol-au-vent and some freshly made clams. Clams with a fine tomato sauce, mustard and a splash of Belgian beer. This is a delicious cooking tip for the readers!

“On the Muntstraat, they definitely know how to make good sushi.”

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There are some new arivals in the Muntstraat, can you fill us in? Sure! First of all there’s Burger Folie, that’s a meat lovers magnet. They serve the best burgers combined with home-made sauces! Second, there’s a new gastronomic restaurant right across the street, called EssenCiel. I’m sure they serve some innovative dishes and give the Muntstraat cuisine something to be proud of.

Well, that’s exciting! The Muntstraat is more than just dining, what else can you do here? Well, you can have a good party! For the young, MusiCafé

and Barcode are the places to be. You’ll find the older crew gathering in the Libertad to enjoy good and regularly live music. I also go to the hairdressers on the Muntstraat, Pure and Academy-Coiffure are tophair-dressers. Then around the corner there’s Loco, the student organization. The Muntstraat wouldn’t be complete without students.

You certainly make the Muntstraat sound like the place to be for a tasteexplosion of global cuisine! Kwinten, thank you very much for your time and see you in Trente!

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Experience the finest Italian cuisine with a refreshing radical twist at restaurant Pepe Nero. That’s how the well known chef, Kwinten De Paepe, describes his favourite Italian restaurant in town. Enjoy the classy modern interior and some fine fireside dining and round it all off with a good Italian coffee. Every-thing about PepeNero is fresh and distinctive. Be sure to drop by and check out their novel and delightful menu. • www.pepenero.be

Recently renovated, Tr3s combines the best of Belgian and French haute cuisine. You can sum up the philosophy with three C’s: Classic Contemporary Cuisine. The modern and atmospheric interior enhances the food. As well as a new look and logo, there is an exciting new menu offering cuisine at its most inspired. Check it out on their brand new website: www.tr3s.be.

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The Muntstraat is the place to be for the best choice of the finest meals around. In this small street, right in central Leuven, you’ll discover nearly thirty different restaurants.From classy Italian to spicy Moroccan to the finest Belgian cooking. On this one small street you can take a culinary trip around the globe.

Academy-Coiffure • Ascoli • Barcode • Burger Folie • Casa Mia • De Kansel • Elya • EssenCiel • Fonske • Iliria • Joker Reisbureau • Koutoubiya • Kokoon •

Libertad • Mykene • MusiCafé • New Mexico • PepeNero • Print Service • Pronto • Pure • Quo Vadis • Sakura • Salons Georges • Samourai • Tr3s •

Trente • Troubadour • Wabi Sabi • You Sushi • ‘t Zwart Schaap

www.muntstraat.be

Handmade in Belgium.Rondou.

Pensstraat 5, 3000 Leuvenwww.beenhouwerijrondou.be

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Tasty places to lunch & dine

Felice, ‘el simpatico italiano’. Rossi is your dream cozy little Italian restaurant brought to life right in the centre of Leuven, Felice serves classic ‘mama’-style Italian. Comfort food served with an elegant touch.With seasonal products and a magical touch, Felice will leave you weeping with amore. Be sure to book your table in advance, because there are only seats for 30 lucky diners.

Soup is the latest thing to rival french fries and burgers as the takeaway meal of choice. Certainly at lunch hour more and more people are opting the hot healthy option of a good fresh homemade soup at Soup Away on the Tiensestraat. Sit down with a steaming bowl or take one away to fuel you through the day. Soup Away offers a daily choice of fresh, homemade soups from good old classics to the more fiery, exotic Mexican or coconut flavoured Indian.

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Cosmopolitans, fine wines, cool cuisine and funky finger food. Bar Louis (Grote Markt) is known for its classic dishes with a surprising touch. You can enjoy sublime tastes over breathtaking views of the town hall. The perfect place for a glass of bubbly champagne and the place to be to catch up with friends at the bar. Enjoy the lovely golden interior and the menu filled with exciting dishes. At Bar Louis comfort is in the air.

Bar Louis

Grote Markt 2, 3000 Leuven • teL. 016-58.58.52

www.BARLOUIS.Be

Cosmopolitan bistro meets wine and cocktail bar with a laid-back vibe and a cosy interior. You’ll be enchanted by the elegant cuisine, and enjoy new classics such as tuna tataki,

steak tartare ‘vuelta y vuelta’ or a velvety smooth pasta fresca. or swoon over the exquisite desserts. Soak up the

sun all day with a view of the magnificent city hall.this is a place to linger.

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Grote Markt 2, 3000 Leuven • teL. 016-58.58.52

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Cosmopolitan bistro meets wine and cocktail bar with a laid-back vibe and a cosy interior. You’ll be enchanted by the elegant cuisine, and enjoy new classics such as tuna tataki,

steak tartare ‘vuelta y vuelta’ or a velvety smooth pasta fresca. or swoon over the exquisite desserts. Soak up the

sun all day with a view of the magnificent city hall.this is a place to linger.

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Pop into Les Parisiennes and experience “La Douce France’. Enjoy great wines, cocktails and get a taste of the French cuisine in all of its simplicity. So when you want to escape cold winter days come along for some southern sun andromance in the Schrijnmakersstraat. À Bientôt!

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Handy contactsDe Walvis

Mechelsestraat 23, 3000 Leuven +32 (0)16 23 25 18 - www.walvis.be

Trente Muntstraat 36, 3000 Leuven

+32 (0)16/ 20 30 30 - www.trente.be

PepeNero Muntstraat 19, 3000 Leuven

+32 (0)16 / 22 24 25 - www.pepenero.be

Tr3sMuntstraat 20, 3000 Leuven

+32 (0)16 / 20 53 35 www.tr3s.be

RondouPensstraat 5, 3000 Leuven

+32 (0)16 22 28 27www.beenhouwerijrondou.be

Soup Away Tiensestraat 29, 3000 Leuven

+32 (0)495 50 40 31 - www.soupaway.be

RossiStandonckstraat 2, 3000 Leuven

+32 (0)16 62 48 48

Zoff Mechelsestraat 25, 3000 Leuven+32 (0)16 29 75 10 - www.zoff.be

Les Parisiennes Schrijnmakesstraat 31, 3000 Leuven

+32 (0)16 29 27 20 www.les-parisiennes.eu

Bar LouisGrote Markt 2, 3000 Leuven

+32 (0)16 58 58 52 - www.barlouis.be

Cheers with beers!Did you know Leuven boasts the longest bar in Europe? And if you feel like exploring beer, come along to the Oude Markt and enjoy fresh draft beer in any of your choice of 40 bars and cafes. Need we remind you that Leuven is the hometown of AB InBev, better known as the brewers of the world famous Stella Artois? So be sure to enjoy one. You fancy something else? Of course! Leuven has more to offer than just the best beer! You’ll find no shortage of champagne, cocktails and fine wines. Cheers!

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In 1150 the first walls went up around Leuven and provided a secure, central space for the Oude Markt to spring into life. Soon it became a hub of economic activity - with the open market three times a week as the

focal point. Businesses also sprung up on all sides of the square. Nowadays in and around the market you can choose from over forty different bars and a dozen of restaurants. So

there is one thing you will definitely not complain of, and that’s having nowhere to go.

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Pick up a bottle of Stella Artois anywhere in the world and you’ll see proof of the beer’s great taste. It dates back quite some time. In fact Stella was first brewed in 1366. You don’t get to hang around that long unless you’ve got something good going. But one wonders whether anyone back then at Den Hoorn brewery sensed that the beer would become a global icon over the centuries and would put Leuven on the map.

By 1537 the brewery was already a local landmark and symbol of Leuven. Employing hundreds of people and served cool beer to thirsty drinkers in countless cafes. In 1717 Sebastian Artois became the master brewer at Den Hoorn and gave his name to the brewery. In 1926 Stella Artois was launched as a seasonal beer for the Christmas market. On that day, Stella Artois finally came into being. Unexpectedly, it was so well received that this Cristmas gift has been a feature of good bars globally ever since.

And that’s how Stella Artois became the star of Leuven.

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Where to go today?Everyone has a list of places to go and things to do, the anticipated highlights of your life. Perhaps it is swimming with dolphins, cliff diving, bungee jumping or tackling Everest. But then there are the slightly less extreme ones. Cities you should visit, places you want to discover, ... and Leuven is one of them. You’re here reading this in a remarkable, magical little city. And now that you’re here, let’s take you on a stroll to see Leuven’s wonderful must-sees.

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Until the end of February you can marvel at Michiel Coxcie’s work of startling beauty in M-Museum Leuven. A collection of one of the most influential painters of the 16th century. The M galleries are filled with Coxie’s magnificent paintings, series of graphics and monumental tapestries. Unknown beauty that must not be forgotten. Visit the website www.coxcie.be

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The eye-catching M-Museum in the centre of the city was designed by the Belgian architect, Stephane Beel. The museum opened its doors in 2009 in a ceremony presided over by Princess Mathilde (Belgium) and Princess Maxima (Netherlands). It quickly became a bustling vital museum with a permanent collection of 46 000 pieces. There are many visiting and temporary exhibitions which lure artists and works from all over the world. Here the classical sits comfortably with the post-modern.

You can’t miss STUK on the Naamsestraat. This happening cultural centre stages performance art, concerts, cinema and the less obvious Artefact Festival. From October to April, STUKcafé is the place to be at Saturday night for some good clubbing. Or check out the jazz on a Sunday evening. There’s always something to do at STUK!

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Academic LibraryDuring the 1914-1918 war, the University Library of Leuven was destroyed. Burned books and mounds of debris were all that remained. With American aid the library

was rebuilt and restored in 1921. Take a look underneath the arches and you

will see the names of all those who kindly donated. Today this building contains more

than 3 million academic books and the main hall is filled with students every day, especially during exams. A place of quiet

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Leuven has a dozen libraries. Library Tweebronnen is the main city library which is open to public all year round. Designed by the well known Belgian architect Van de Velde, it was was built during the years 1936 -1942 and was updated and extended with a modern glass building in 2000.

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M-Museum LeuvenLeopold Vanderkelenstraat 28

3000 Leuven+32 (0)16 27 29 29www.mleuven.be

STUKNaamsestraat 96, 3000 Leuven

+32 (0)16 32 03 00 www.stuk.be

University LibraryLadeuzeplein, 3000 Leuven

Library TweebronnenRijschoolstraat 4 / Diestsestraat 49

3000 Leuven+32 (0)16 22 65 22

Het DepotMartelarenplein 12, 3000 Leuven

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Inside&OutsideLeuven is rich in architectural treasures and is home to some greatarchitects. Check out the recent Stephane Beel designed white, modern M-Museum. Also of note is the Provinciehuis, with its yellow speakers’ balcony, designed by Portuguese Gonçalo Sousa Byrne. Another name to look out for is Willem Jan Neutelings, who shows his talents and flair with the design of the cultural-centre STUK.

Other well known architects in Leuven are Anders Bouwen. Whether it is renovating houses, building a brand new design or the interior shaping of a home, Anders Bouwen is the company to work with for fine customized archi-tecture. With 25 years of experience, Anders Bouwen knows how to make a real home for you.

While Anders Bouwen builds the house, Per la Casa completes it with interior furniture, moody lights and fine decoration. Brands like Molteni, Kristalia and Zanotta complete your home with a fresh modern look. Per la Casa specializes in home decoration, but doesn’t shy away from garden design and modern wall-art.

Anders BouwenNaamsestraat 7, 3000 Leuven

+32 (0)16 22 07 52www.andersbouwen.be

Per la CasaNaamsevest 144, 3000 Leuven

+32 (0)16 20 70 66 www.perlacasa.be

Naamsevest 1443000 Leuven

[email protected]

Feeling so green...When you think about the city, you think about people in a mad rush, all running to work, in and out of big buildings, loads of traffic, shopping malls and crowded everywhere. But slow down and look around, there are green treasures waiting to be discovered. Leuven is full of lovely squares where you can go for a stroll in the peace and quiet of nature. Stadspark, the Botanic Garden and even a ‘little paradise’ to be discovered.

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Central parkLeuven’s main park is the perfect place for a picnic or just to sit and chill out on a bench. Go for a brisk walk, feed the ducks and enjoy the peaceful green atmosphere at the centre of the city.

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Let’s govelo!Got some time on your hands and got some energy in your legs? Then let’s go bike around Leuven. Here’s the ideal 90 min tour.

This route takes you around the city passing through the prettiest waterside scenery and the nicest picnicking spots. The Abdij van Vlierbeek, the Provincial domain of Kessel-lo, the Kasteel van Arenberg and many more beautiful places!So pack a snack and jump on a bike.

Provinciaal domein Kessel-lo

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Let’s govelo!

Looking for a Bike rental? The place to be: ‘Velo Leuven’!At Professor Roger Van Overstraetenplein nr. 1 you can find Velo, the perfect bike rental for students, tourists and expats. Velo is open every day (Mo-Fr) from 7h00 until 19u00 and will be happy to help you at any time, to repair your bike or to advise you about biking-routes!

Tel. 016 21 26 01Fax 016 21 26 [email protected]

Download the full route via :

http://pocketnotes.be/leuvenbybike.pdf

Shop o’clock!You wanna shop ‘till you drop? There are two main streets for shopaholics in Leuven: the Bondgenotenlaan and the Diestsestraat. In the unlikely event you don’t find what you need in either of these two shopping havens, then one of the city’s many fine boutiques might help you out. The Parijsstraat, the Mechelsestraat and the Vismarkt are the places to go if you’re looking for a smaller, more intimate shopping experience.

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BondgenotenlaanThe main shopping street in

Leuven is the Bondgenotenlaan. Here you can find the big chain stores such as Zara, Desigual, Wolfskin, Massimo Dutti and

many more. One kilometre full of trendy shops with plenty of places

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At HIPPO! Royale you can find a great mix of retro themed clothing, shoes and accessories. Besides some of the best Belgian brands such as Lucy Has A Secret!, Conni Kaminski, Red Juliet, Wow To Go, Who’s That Girl and Mis-En-Plis the collection also features some must-have well known interna-tional brands such as King Louie, Stop Staring, Tatty Devine, Swedish Hasbeens and many more! Paradise with a touch of retro glamour for every woman.

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HIPPO! RoyaleParijsstraat 443000 Leuven

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Santé Magic is a health care centre designed to promote harmony of body and soul.

It is the sort of place that instantly makes you want to close your eyes, escape from the mundane and lose all cares in the calm landscape of inner tranquility. Santé Magic specialises in massage and therapeutic healing.

It has acquired quite a reputation for its therapeutic massage, deep tissue massage and ashiatsu. You can also find your own style of yoga class and a host of dedicated beauty treatments. So go on and treat yourself to a heavenly break.

Santé MagicVaartstraat 155-1573000 Leuven+32 (0)16 30 92 42

www.santemagic.be

Looking great!

Designer looks to look through, that’s what Optiek Nathalie Bladt is all about. Along with her dedicated team, Nathalie keeps an eye on that and takes care of all things optical. This is where to go for an eye check, for lenses and for the best range of glasses around, designer or otherwise.

Check out Optiek Nathalie Bladt’s iPhone app and you can find out which frames suit you best. Then just drop into her cool shop and try them on.

Optiek Nathalie BladtMechelsestraat 29, 3000 Leuven+32 (0)16 58 49 44www.nathaliebladt.com

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Agenda

18/10/’13 - 05/01/’14Tempels, forten en paleizen

Indian and Hindu subcontinental architecture

30CCBrusselsestraat 333000 Leuvenwww.30cc.be

31/10/’13 - 23/02/’14

Michiel Coxcie

M-MuseumL. Vanderkelenstraat 283000 Leuvenwww.mleuven.be

12/12/’13La Petit Bande - Sigiswald Kuijken

Live classic music

St. Geertruikerk3000 Leuven

12/12/’13 - 22/12/’13

Christmas market

Ladeuzeplein - H.Hooverplein3000 Leuven

15/12/’13Jaune Toujours @ Colora Festival

Worldmusic

OpekVaartkom 43000 Leuvenwww.opek.be

22/12/’13Benjamin Brittens ‘A Ceremony of Carols’

By the choir ‘Vlaams Radio Koor’

Abdij van VlierbeekVlierbeekstraat3010 Leuvenwww.30cc.be

31/12/’13New Years EveCount downd and live DJ-performances

Oude Markt3000 Leuven

07/01/’14New Years Concert by Brussels PhilharmonicSchouburgBondgenotenlaan 213000 Leuvenwww.30cc.be

25/02/’14Heater Nova live in concertHet DepotMartelarenplein 123000 Leuvenwww.hetdepot.be

For more things to do, check www.uitinleuven.be

11/10/’13 - 30/11/’13

Expo Stil Vynil

15 new songs, 15 new coverdrawings and 15 anecdotes bij well known Belgians.

Library TweebronnenDiestsestraat 493000 Leuven

19/12/’13-22/12/’13

Milow Christmas live concerts

Het DepotMartelarenplein 123000 Leuvenwww.hetdepot.be

mechelsestraat 25, 3000 leuven • tel. 016-29.75.10www.zoff.be

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