Knowledge region

Leuven has grown into a centre of knowledge creation. KU Leuven and the Leuven University Hospitals belong to the top 20 most renowned European research centres. Imec is the largest European independent research centre for micro-electronics and nanotechnology. The VIB research institute studies the functioning of the human body, plants and micro organisms. Moreover, the region has a large supply of highly educated, multilingual and flexible employees.

Good accessibility, logistics and technology infrastructure

• Leuven is located in the centre of Europe, only a 15-minute drive from Brussels International Airport;
• The Antwerp harbour, the second largest port in Europe, is only an hour from Leuven by car;
• Well connected to the traffic network, near the E40 and A2 motorways;
• Well connected with public transport. 

 High quality of life

• High standard of living in Flanders;
• High-quality housing;
• World class education system and public health service;
• A wide range of cultural and leisure facilities.