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Groot Begijnhof

Schapenstraat, Leuven, Belgium
Ranked #4 of 16 attractions in Leuven
4.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Architectural Buildings, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Brisbane, Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

A great place to visit, nothing has changed for hundreds of years More

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Brussels, Belgium
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2012

Leuven and Bruges have the best Beginjhofs in Belgium More

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Antwerp, Belgium
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2012

I study in Leuven and I find it a rather stressful town since the streets are quite small and it seems to "burst" with people (mostly students) sometimes. However, about a year ago I discovered the Groot Begijnhof. I loved it! It's so peaceful and quiet, it's like you're not in Leuven anymore. It's the nicest around spring or summer,... More

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Latvia
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2012

Only a few minutes from the centre of Leuven the Beguinage offers a view on a living area from the past. An example of a succesful renovation. On a sunny afternoon there is a romantic atmosphere, even more because the area is not overcrowded. More

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7 reviews 7 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 3, 2012

A charming place to walk around and enjoy. As an American, I really felt like I was Europe once I stepped on the old cobblestones and saw the old architecture which completely surrounded me. It is well-maintained and a nice place for photographs. More

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Cuddesdon
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30 reviews 30 reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 31, 2011

This is a spectacular sight on the edge of the old city. It was a pity the church was shut but it was tastefully restored and beautifully quiet. More

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Leuven, Belgium
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2011
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First I have to note that the same place is listed twice here at TripAdvisor - this one under Dutch name and another http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g188669-d1005278-Reviews-Grand_Beguinage_of_Leuven-Leuven_Flemish_Brabant.html is under it's French name. As Leuven is located in Flemish part of Belgium, the Dutch title is more adequate :) I live in Leuven so I visited the place more than once. It's a nice... More

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Leuven, Belgium
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2011
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Unesco classified the Flemish beguinages as world heritage. The Leuven one is a city-in-a-city. Thanks to good restaurations, you'll get a good feeling of what it originally must have looked like. No cars allowed, so you'll have a peaceful time. In summer, plenty of grass to enjoy the sun. More

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24 reviews 24 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012
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Minamiaoyama, Minatoku, Tokyo, Japan
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012
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