The European Running Championships begin Saturday at 10:00 with the half-marathon in Leuven. On Sunday, the 10 km starts at 09:30, followed by the marathon at 10:15, launched by King Philippe at Brussels’ Place Royal with an honorary start
However, while cases of violence, theft, and traffic accidents have decreased, the city has seen a notable rise in home burglaries. According to the 2024 crime report, acts of violence in the city fell by 5.4% compared to the previous year, with 872 police reports filed.
Despite no longer housing a monastic community since the late 18th century, the site remains a significant landmark in Leuven’s cultural and religious landscape. Originally founded in 1125 as a Benedictine priory under the Abbey of Affligem, the Abbey of Vlierbeek was established through a donation from the Count of Leuven
