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Aarschot
Spend a half‑day in Aarschot: visit the Church of Our Lady, the Beguinage and the Orleans Tower; add the Municipal Museum if time allows.
Aarschot is a small Flemish Brabant town about 13 min by train from Leuven. Its historic centre packs a 14th‑century church, a UNESCO‑listed beguinage, the medieval Orleans Tower and a free municipal museum. One half‑day covers the main sights; a full day lets you linger over the museum and enjoy a local meal.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Jan–Feb (cold, fewer events)
- Airports
- BRU · CRL
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Benelux ↗Dutch and Belgian police can ask anyone to show identification (in the Netherlands from age 14): carry the original passport or EU ID card — a photocopy is not accepted.
- Benelux ↗Tap-in fares, Dutch and Belgian domestic tickets and Luxembourg's free transport all stop at the border: buy an international ticket for cross-border legs, or you will be fined on board.
- Belgium ↗Belgium is in the EU and the Schengen area; the EU Entry/Exit System applies to non-EU visitors. Check the official EU and Belgian sources for your passport.
- Belgium ↗Cities have different names in Dutch and French (Antwerpen/Anvers, Gent/Gand, Brugge/Bruges, Luik/Liège); check both on tickets and signs.
- Belgium ↗Brussels, Antwerp and Ghent have low-emission zones; if you drive, check that the car is registered or allowed before entering.
- Belgium ↗Belgian unions call national action days that stop trains, trams and flights; check SNCB and your airline two days before any travel day.
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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Aarschot101 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Aarschot, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR).Belgium-wide
- SIM or eSIMProximus, Orange Belgium and Telenet/BASE; prepaid SIMs need ID registration.Belgium-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe, though many Belgians drink bottled; restaurants rarely serve free tap water.Belgium-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Service included; add 5–10% for good service if you like.Belgium-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/E. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Belgium-wide
- SafetyAarschot is a low‑crime town; stay aware of bike traffic and keep belongings secure on trains.
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- RestroomsOften paid (€0.50–1 (≈ US$1–2)) in stations and some cafés; carry coins.Belgium-wide
- Emergency numbers101 police · 100 fire / ambulance · 112 Medical emergency (EU) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close on Mondays; Bruges' museums close Monday; shops close Sunday outside tourist areas.Belgium-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportBRU Brussels Airport.
- Getting aroundAarschot railway station sits just outside the centre with direct trains to Brussels, Leuven (13 min) and Antwerp.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
- BeerBeer (local brew)€3–4 (≈ US$4–5)
- Budget bedHotel double room, a night, per room€70 (≈ US$85)
- Mid-range bedHotel double room, a night, per room€100 (≈ US$120)
- High-end bedHotel double room, a night, per room€150 (≈ US$180)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €45 (≈ US$55) · Mid €65 (≈ US$80) · High €95 (≈ US$120)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BRU Brussels Airport · CRL Charleroi Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Mar
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Apr
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
May
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jul
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Aug
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Sep
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Oct
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Dec
not flagged
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)), coolest Jan (0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C) low), wettest Jun (12 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Aarschot: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
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Feb
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
7 rd
Mar
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
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Apr
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
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May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
11 rd
Jun
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
12 rd
Jul
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
12 rd
Aug
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
11 rd
Sep
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
10 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
9 rd
Nov
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
Dec
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Aarschot railway station sits just outside the centre with direct trains to Brussels, Leuven (13 min) and Antwerp. De Lijn buses connect to Diest and Turnhout, but trains are faster. The town has well‑maintained bike lanes; parking is available at Parking Centrum.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Leuven
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Direct train from Aarschot, about 13 min
Student city with lively market square and university library.
Diest
goDoor to door: ≈35 min
De Lijn bus from Aarschot, about 20 min
Historic centre and St. Peter’s Church.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Het huis van peter Mot
Bed & Breakfast near centre, simple rooms.
Kasteel van Nieuwland
Historic mansion hotel, rooms in period style.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €45–65 (≈ US$55–80) excl. bed
- Mid
- €65–95 (≈ US$80–120) excl. bed
- High
- €95 (≈ US$120)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Bed & Breakfast2 × 3 nights × €55 | €330 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × €65 | €390 |
| Trip total≈ €120 per person per day, bed included | €720≈ US$850 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Beer (local brew) | €3–4 (≈ US$4–5) |
| Train ticket (Aarschot ↔ Leuven)check | €7–9 (≈ US$9–11) |
| Bike rental (day) | €12–15 (≈ US$14–18) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Train frequencies drop after 20:00; check the SNCB timetable for late services.Train frequencies drop after 8:00 PM; check the SNCB timetable for late services.
- Museum opening hours are limited (Tue‑Fri 09:00‑12:00, 13:00‑16:30; Sat‑Sun 14:00‑18:00); verify before visiting.Museum opening hours are limited (Tue‑Fri 9:00 AM‑12:00 PM, 1:00 PM‑4:30 PM; Sat‑Sun 2:00 PM‑6:00 PM); verify before visiting.
- Some bus lines run only weekdays; plan alternative bike routes if traveling on weekends.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 101
- Fire / ambulance
- 100
- Medical emergency (EU)
- 112
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À cette adresse, s’il vous plaîtTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police101
- Fire / ambulance100
- Medical EU112
Embassy
US consulate in Brussels; other embassies in Brussels.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Aarschot ↔ Leuven train: about €8 (≈ US$10) one‑way, 13 min (check)
- Bike rental per day: ≈ €13 (check)
Say or show
- Excusez‑moi / Pardon — Excuse me / Sorry (excusez‑moi / pardon)
- Merci — Thank you (merci)
- Combien ça coûte ? — How much is it? (combien ça coûte)
- Où sont les toilettes ? — Where is the toilet? (où sont les toilettes)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Aarschot. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Jan–Feb (cold, fewer events) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Rail‑to‑bed contract for Aarschot station (check last train times).
- Bike‑friendly routes linking the museum, church and tower.
- Add a short culinary stop at Ter Bogaerde (water‑mill restaurant).
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