Useful things to know for living in and getting around in Leuven.
Staying informed about local events, news, and resources enhances your experience of the city and keeps you up to date with the latest happenings in Leuven.
There are many ways to connect with local residents or to meet up with fellow internationals in Leuven. Discover how to meet new people in Leuven.
Interested in gardening in an urban area? Learn more about gardening options in Leuven.
To make the most of your time in the beautiful city of Leuven, it's essential to have the right tools at your fingertips. Learn about helpful apps to use in Leuven.
Leuven is a wonderful city to live in. Learn about what makes it so great!
Discover 14 bookshops in Leuven: some with cozy reading corners and others with quirky selections!
Are you curious to see the demographic numbers for Leuven? The numbers for 2023 are out!
Discover the need to know emergency numbers for Belgium.
If you have a water bottle, you can refill it for free in many spots around Leuven. Check out the official list on the city's website (link in NL).
Leuven is easy to access by bike, public transport, or car. Learn about the many ways to travel around Leuven.
In April, Belgian forests burst to life with bluebells, starting with a carpet of delicate blue flowers and a sweet scent.
You can order trees and plants from September 1 to October 15, 2024. The first 500 Leuven residents will receive a €25 discount.
There are a few options for bike hire in Leuven - for just a few days, or even long-term. But make sure to plan ahead: you might need to reserve a bike, or to pick it up during office hours! (Link in NL)
On Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 October, it will be gravel all the time in Leuven. From Halle to Leuven, through the Brabantse Wouden, with a Leuven loop and finish on the Bondgenotenlaan: the World Cup gravel promises to be one big cycling party.
The Leuven library (“de Bib”) has introduced a new system for reserving study and work spaces in the main library in Tweebronnen.
Every month our colleagues at 30CC send us their recommendations for the coming month.
Where words fail, music acts as a common language. In this way we can tell the other about ourselves or even more: build a connecting, common story.
At the end of August, the city of Leuven will be installing a new cycle path at the bus stops at Leuven station, between Diestsevest and Martelarenplein.
If you live in Leuven, you don't have to travel far to enjoy the many activities, events, and sites in the area. Learn what there is to explore in Belgium.
Here's our starters' guide to the must-attend music events and festivals happening in Belgium this summer.
Summer in Leuven is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors, the extra long days, and the plethora of events and things to see!
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A coffee morning (on Saturday!) for anyone who is looking to make friends, or simply connect to other internationals.
Join IHL for after-work drinks! It's an evening full of great conversation and delicious Belgian beer with internationals and locals from Leuven.
A bi-weekly coffee meetup on Fridays at International House Leuven for anyone who is looking to connect with other internationals (and locals).
Are you planning to stay in Belgium long term? Then it could be very useful to understand the practicalities and formalities around the topic of death. The session aims to help you get informed, explore a topic that may be taboo in a comfortable environment, and get advice and tips from an expert!
Join us in this brief lesson about how to take care of your indoor plants and make them thrive even in winter.
Once a month, IHL hosts a philosophy club where we have exciting discussions about a variety of topics. Join us for one of these fun evenings!
A book club for anyone wanting to discuss books that empower women to be themselves and bring change to the world.
Come out to Demo-Spel in Leuven center for an evening of board games, new friends, and great fun!
Are you interested to visit some of the best beer spots in Leuven? Don't miss this event!
Have you visited the the beautiful theater of Schouwburg on the Bondgenotenlaan? If you haven't been yet, this is your chance to see some beautiful architecture and history.
Are you new in town or are you soon arriving in Leuven and want to get an introduction to life as a new Leuvener? Want to join a Dutch conversation class? Are you considering moving to Leuven but have some practical questions? ….. Worry no more, we're here to answer all these questions! Join Natalie and Anna for a webinar covering the basics with also time to ask all your questions.
A women’s circle is a gathering of women, by women, and for women, where we will come together in a safe space and supportive environment without judgment.
Join our free monthly language conversation groups with 6 language choices.Come Bab(b)el with us (which is Dutch for chitchat)!
Bring a crafting project and join a group of friendly internationals for a creative meetup at Maekerij! All types of crafters are welcome to join this event.
Are you an international in Leuven wanting to find hidden career opportunities via networking and LinkedIn? Join this workshop to get some helpful tips from a career coach!
Adjusting to a new place and culture can feel happy, overwhelming, lonely, and amazing all at once or in phases. This workshop will cover the different stages of culture shock and provide a place for us to learn from the experiences of those present and how to deal with them.
This webinar will cover helpful tips and information about raising children in a multilingual environment.
Welcome to the IHL's Sci-fi book and movie club. We focus on a particular book/movie at each meeting, but of course the conversation isn't only limited to that particular book/film.
All newcomers in Leuven are welcome to join us for a small presentation about the need-to-knows about life in Leuven, followed by a walk to some good to know spots in the city.
What do you need to know when renting a flat or house in Leuven? During this online info session we will cover the basic need-to-knows about renting.
