Grote Markt Leuven

The Grote Markt of Leuven is one of the smallest but most impressive city squares in Flanders. It is dominated by the late Gothic city hall (1439-1463), a masterpiece of stonecarving art with hundreds of sculptures on the facade. Opposite the city hall rises the massive Saint Peter's Church, which preserves important artworks by Dirk Bouts.

Accessibility is very good. The square has been recently redesigned with smooth paving and is completely level. The city hall is accessible via an adapted side entrance from where one can reach the main halls by lift; some historic detail rooms remain limited due to narrow stairs. Saint Peter's Church has a ramp at a side entrance and the nave is fully accessible on the ground floor. The collection of old masters is displayed at eye level.

Adapted toilets are present in the city hall, Saint Peter's Church, and in various hospitality venues around the square. Disabled parking spaces are provided in the underground Grote Markt car park with a direct lift to the square. The Grote Markt connects seamlessly with the accessible Oude Markt (the longest bar in Europe) and further on to the M Museum and the Grand Beguinage.