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Within fifty years, the territory that was not much more than a place name had become one of the most important cities in Wallonia. La Louvière was recognized as an independent city in 1869. Today, La Louvière is still the fifth largest city in Wallonia, after Charleroi, Liège, Namur, and Mons.
Fifth Walloon town by its size, La Louvière takes pride in its industrial past: make the most of the canal, its folkloric traditions and its carnivals. Read me.
What exactly is a Smart city and how will La Louvière become one? Nancy: “I interpret it as a city that deploys and uses all innovative technologies, not so much because it is possible, but to achieve climate neutrality.
Hydraulic lifts, mining sites, a ceramics museum... are amazing witnesses of the Industrial Era in La Louvière. Read more.
The festivities start early - at 3 am! In each neighbourhood, the Gilles (the real stars of the carnival) gather before heading towards the city centre. They will meet in front of the City Hall. At noon, everyone is ready. The rondeau (traditional dances) start, bringing together stunning characters, all in traditional costumes.
Things to Do in La Louviere, Belgium: See Tripadvisor's 6,656 traveller reviews and photos of La Louviere tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in November. We have reviews of the best places to see in La Louviere.
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La Louvière has a long and rich history, with the first written records of the area dating back to the 13th century. It has been an important industrial and commercial center since the 19th century, and has been a major contributor to the Belgian economy.
