Discover the Enchantment of Groot Begijnhof Leuven

Getting There

• Car

  From any location in County of Namur, get onto the E411 motorway towards Brussels. Continue on E411 for approximately 40 kilometers, then take exit 22 toward Leuven. Merge onto R0 (Ring Road) and follow the signs for Leuven. Once in the city, follow the signs to the city center. Use GPS or a map app to navigate to Groot Begijnhof at Groot Begijnhof 7, 3000 Leuven. There is limited street parking nearby, so be prepared to pay for parking, which typically costs around €1.50 per hour.

• Train

  If you prefer public transportation, take a train from Namur to Leuven. Trains are available regularly from Namur train station to Leuven, with a travel time of approximately 30-40 minutes. Once you arrive at Leuven train station, exit the station and catch bus line 2 or 3 towards the city center. Get off at the stop 'Groot Begijnhof' or 'Kasteelpark'. Groot Begijnhof is a short walk from the bus stop. The train ticket costs around €7-10 depending on the time of booking.

• Bus

  If you are in a nearby town, check the local bus services to Leuven. Bus lines from towns like Jodoigne or Gembloux may connect to Leuven, but you will likely need to transfer at a major hub. Once in Leuven, you can take bus lines 2 or 3 directly to Groot Begijnhof. Ensure to check the local bus schedules for the most accurate timing. A typical bus fare is around €2-3.