University Library Leuven Tours and Tickets
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The inside story
Get stuck in a book at the University Library – the main library of the KU Leuven located in the city centre. Established in 1425, it’s one of Europe’s oldest and largest university libraries boasting an impressive collection of rare books, manuscripts and over six million volumes. You’ll find everything from theology and law to the sciences. Tours and workshops are available to delve deeper into the collections. Visitors can explore various reading rooms, each with its own character and ambience. Inside also features a multimedia room, exhibition spaces and café where you can enjoy a coffee and snack. Head up to the fifth-floor balcony for panoramic views of the city.