The city of Leuven in northern Belgium is home to almost 1, residents - and especially enjoys an increase during the term time of its widely-known university. As such the city possesses many attractions for visitors and tourists alike. With two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, it's also a historically vital part of Belgium. Car hire in Leuven and you'll find out for yourself just what makes Leuven such a culturally important place; the student lifestyle mixes with the more traditional landmarks to create an atmosphere that's both cosmopolitan and cultural. Hiring a car in Leuven couldn't be easier: you'll find your local Hertz branch on Bondgenotenlaan.
If you want to make the most of the time you have available exploring the astonishing architecture and great shopping centres, hiring a car in Leuven is the ideal way to see the most places in the least time. Arenberg Château is open to the public by appointment, and allows you to see how royalty has lived through the ages.
Rent a car in Leuven and break free of the limits of the city centre and explore the boundaries beyond; the Den Dreef Stadium is home to Belgian First Division side Oud-Heverlee Leuven, and holds almost 9,500 spectators.
Leuven is well-poised within the boundaries of Belgium to allow fast travel and scenic routes to many other destinations - you're just half an hour away from Brussels! This European capital is one of the continents most popular destinations for business and pleasure alike. Take the E40 west out of Leuven and you'll soon find yourself experiencing another side of what Belgium has to offer. If you wish to visit the Netherlands, this can be done with a trip to Maastricht - reachable by driving for just over an hour east, also on the M40.
