Emmie
United States
Leuven is extremely safe, even at night. Lots of drunk students during the week but actually quieter during the weekend. Belgian food isn’t fantastic (with the exception of Liege waffles; it’s a crime not to get one—go to Josephine, it’s better than Pinocchio), but there are other good restaurants around (I recommend Nirvana for incredible Indian) and lots of good vegetarian options. You can do most of Leuven in a day, so it’s a good day trip from Brussels. It’s a beautiful, beautiful city.
Posted: June 10, 2024Based on 5 local experiences
Based on 5 local experiences
Marieke
Most of the time I feel safe, but I know I have to lock my bicycle and take care of not being mugged. At night I do mostly feel safe walking around. In the city centre there is always police around. But it is a student city and people do drink too much.
Posted: October 5, 2024Anjani
I have been living in Leuven for 5 years and haven't had any bad experiences so far. I feel pretty safe walking alone at night. It is a student city and fairly crime free. I have not felt unsafe or scared for my well being.
Posted: August 12, 2024Marieke
Hi, I’m Marieke living in Leuven but mostly travelling the world.
Emma
Hi! My name is Emma. I am a teacher from Belgium, and I will be travelling around the world from August 2022 until July 2023. Looking for genuine connections, laughs, stories, experiences.
Marieke
Leuven
4 days
Hi, I’m Marieke living in Leuven but mostly travelling the world.
Kasia
Leuven
3 days
Hello, I am Kasia. I live in Belgium. I love to travel, hike, run, dive, meet local people. I love my dog :)