The Lovely Leuven Privé-Tour offers a personalized, private bike ride through Belgium’s historic university city. Tailor your route with an expert guide and uncover Leuven’s rich heritage on your own terms.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Basic cycling fitness recommended; suitable for casual riders comfortable on city roads.
Wildlife
History
Leuven's Town Hall, built in the 15th century, is a hallmark of Brabantine Gothic style and one of Belgium’s most ornate medieval buildings.
Conservation
City cycling tours like those by Cities By Bike promote sustainable tourism by reducing car traffic and encouraging eco-friendly transport in the urban core.
Cities By Bike
The Lovely Leuven Privé-Tour offers a personalized, private bike ride through Belgium’s historic university city. Tailor your route with an expert guide and uncover Leuven’s rich heritage on your own terms.
Cities By Bike is a Bruxelles-based tour operator offering guided cycling and electric-scooter experiences across Brussels, Leuven and Mechelen. The company provides a mix of public highlights tours and private, customizable outings that showcase city landmarks, parks, gardens and local food and drink stops.
Available experiences include the Atomium- en Tuinen Privé-Tour Brussel (a 4-hour route past the Atomium and Basiliek van Koekelberg), the Bright Brussel Highlights BikeTour (3.5 hours with local treats like waffles and pralines), and the Biertour: Abdijen en Brouwerijen Leuven (a 3-hour brewery and abbey tour with a microbrewery tasting). Other offerings include private stepjes (electric scooter) tours, Magic Mechelen highlights, and family-friendly Leuven rides.
Tours are offered in multiple languages (Dutch, English, French, German) and can be booked privately for groups, couples or families. Typical durations range from 1.5 to 4 hours and routes often combine historic streets, protected homes, scenic parks and brewery districts. Cities By Bike emphasizes practical planning, local guides and safe routes, including electric-assisted options suited to hilly areas. Operating from Bruxelles, Cities By Bike focuses on sustainable, active sightseeing and transparent trip descriptions so travelers can select the right experience for their interests and schedule.
Based In
Bruxelles
Central launch point for all tours
Typical Duration
1.5–4 hrs
Short-to-half-day guided outings
Languages
NL · EN · FR · DE
Guides speak multiple languages
Tours Offered
12 tours
Bike and scooter experiences available
Reserve a seat on a highlights tour or schedule a private excursion through Brussels, Leuven or Mechelen — spaces fill fast.
Reserve Early
Book your private tour in advance to secure your preferred date and time.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Even though you’ll be biking, expect some walking on cobblestones and uneven surfaces.
Bring a Light Rain Jacket
Leuven weather can change quickly; a compact waterproof is practical.
Carry a Water Bottle
Stay hydrated, especially in warmer months when cycling can become taxing.
Helmet
Protects your head and is often required in urban cycling environments.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear breathable, weather-appropriate apparel for ease and comfort while riding.
Compact Rain Jacket
Useful for sudden showers and maintaining dryness.
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Water Bottle
Keeps you hydrated during your ride, especially on warmer days.
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