Leuven: thousands of candles for a unique show

In mid-December, the Grand Beguinage of Leuven, a Unesco site, is lit up with thousands of candles, providing a unique and evocative spectacle: ancient façades illuminated by a myriad of flames, accompanied by the sound of the carillon of bells for an unforgettable experience. And for those who want to see the city from a new perspective, on Thursdays in December, it is possible to climb to the top of the university library tower to admire the city from above in the evening lights. Only twenty minutes by train from Brussels, Leuven is indeed the home of the oldest university in Flanders, founded in the 15th century, but it is also a nerve centre of beer production in Belgium. It is home to the international giant InBev, owner of some of the world's most famous beer brands. The city stands out for its cultural, historical and scenic attractions and its picturesque centre that can be toured in a day.