Musée Hergé
Designed by Pritzker prize-winner Christian de Portzamparc, this striking concrete vessel emerges from the surrounding woods like a piece of sculptural art. Inside, the exhibition tracks Hergé’s graphic genius far beyond Tintin, offering a masterclass in 20th-century illustration and design.
Lac de Louvain-la-Neuve
Take a leisurely lap around the town's central lake, where the reflections of the university's bold brutalist concrete buildings mingle with autumn foliage. Stop by the edge to appreciate how the town's master planners seamlessly integrated nature with uncompromising modernist architecture.
Matière Grise
This intimate dining room is Louvain-la-Neuve’s premier spot for modernist gastronomy, focusing on hyper-seasonal, locally sourced Belgian ingredients. The multi-course tasting menu is inventive without being overly fussy, making it the perfect prelude to a night of dramatic music.
Aula Magna
Step inside Philippe Samyn’s magnificent glass-walled masterpiece for a sweeping orchestral performance of the best of James Bond. The building's transparent facade glows beautifully against the dark lake, setting a dramatic, cinematic stage for the iconic brass and strings of 007.
B-Ar Lounge at Martin's Agora
End the evening in the sleek, dimly lit confines of the town's most sophisticated lounge bar, located inside the Martin's Agora complex. Order a classic Vesper martini—shaken, naturally—and dissect the concert's highlights in a setting that feels suitably MI6-approved.
