Botanique Magique

Winter light experience in the Botanical Garden

As night falls, the Botanical Garden transforms into a magical world of light, sound and remarkable creatures. During this winter walk, you will discover eight impressive installations that bring plants, trees and mysterious inhabitants to life. When one of these figures suddenly disappears, a special quest begins. Light, sound and surprising visuals guide you through new chapters and different atmospheres.
You follow a fixed route accompanied by an audio story. The walk is suitable for all ages.

  • When: Tuesday 8 December 2026 until Sun 10 January 2027
  • Where: Kruidtuin, Kapucijnenvoer 30, Leuven (view on map)
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Price: Paid admission
  • Language: Dutch, with at least one time slot featuring English audio every day
  • Accessibility: The route is accessible for wheelchair users.

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Opening hours

From Tuesday 8 December 2026 to Sunday 10 January 2027:

  • Tuesday: 16:30 to 22:30
  • Wednesday: 16:30 to 22:30
  • Thursday: 16:30 to 22:30
  • Friday: 16:30 to 22:30
  • Saturday: 16:30 to 22:30
  • Sunday: 16:30 to 22:30
  • Monday: Closed

Last admission at 21:30.

Exceptionally closed on:

  • Thursday 24 December 2026
  • Friday 25 December 2026
  • Thursday 31 December 2026
  • Friday 1 January 2027

Prices

Standard ticket: €15

Discounts

  • Children under 3 years: Free
  • Children aged 3 to 15: €10
  • UiTPAS with social rate: €3

Before your visit

  1. Book your ticket in advance

    • Online. Tickets remain available until 15 minutes before a time slot starts, subject to availability.
    • At Visit Leuven, Jozef Vounckplein 2, Leuven (view on map). Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00.
    • Tickets are not sold at the entrance to the Botanical Garden.

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  2. Choose a start time

    • The route starts every 15 minutes. Select a start time when booking.
    • Some time slots include English audio.
  3. Arrive a little early

    Please report to the entrance on Kapucijnenvoer 15 minutes before your selected start time.

Organised by: City of Leuven in partnership with ROB, Cera and Stella Artois.

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