Traces of Islam in Leuven

What does Vesalius have to do with Islam? How was it that some Muslims were admitted to the city hospital in the 1920s? And where did the first mosque open its doors? Leuven is a vibrant city with many philosophies and Islam is one of them. During this walk you will discover the presence of Muslims and Islam in Leuven, past and present, through surprising stories in unexpected locations.

📏 3.9 km
🕑 2 hours
📍 KADOC-KU Leuven, Vlamingenstraat 39
🏁 Medina, Blijde Inkomststraat 31a