Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere in Leuven with our complete event guide. From local residents to visitors, this guide leads you through all winter activities our historic student city has to offer.
The Grand Place forms the beating heart of the winter festivities, surrounded by the historic town hall and St. Peter's Church. Visitors can enjoy the cozy Christmas market with traditional stalls, the covered ice rink at Ladeuze Square, and the atmospherically lit shopping streets in the city center. The winter walk connects all important locations, from Herbert Hoover Square to the Old Market Square, known as 'the longest bar in Europe'.
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Unique combination of handmade products and delicious food and drinks.
The Leuven Christmas Market is an annual event in the heart of Leuven, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year. The market offers a wide range of handmade products, delicious food and drinks, and a cozy atmosphere.
Where: Leuven | More Info: Leuven Christmas Market
Ice skating rink and Ferris wheel in the historic center
The Antwerp Christmas Market is one of the largest Christmas markets in Belgium, featuring over 100 stalls spread across various squares in Antwerp's historic center. You can find festive items, hot mulled wine, and local winter delicacies.
Where: Antwerp | More Info: Antwerp Christmas Market
Unique combination of traditional and German craftsmen.
The Coeur en Neige Christmas Market in Mons offers a wide range of activities and attractions, including a craft market, stalls featuring flavors from around the world, a magical kiosk where you can meet Father and Mother Christmas, a letterbox for children to post their Christmas wishes, a nativity scene, Christmas concerts, a Christmas tree-inspired ride, donkey rides, and many more activities.
Where: Mons | More Info: Mons Christmas Market
Unique Christmas concerts with diverse musical performances in various churches.
In the month of December, a series of Christmas concerts takes place in the Diocese of Ghent. These concerts are held in various churches and offer a wide range of musical performances.
Where: Ghent | More Info: Ghent Christmas Concerts