The Terv: Tervuren’s Canine Ambassador

Tervuren has given its name to one of the world’s most intelligent and elegant dog breeds: the Tervuren Shepherd – or simply the “Terv” in the United States. One of four recognised varieties of the Belgian Shepherd, the Tervuren was developed in the late 19th century for herding and guarding.

Tervuren Considers Action Against Racism

Tervuren – In response to a recent series of racist incidents, residents of Tervuren are set to gather on Thursday, April 24 at 7:00 PM on the event square between town hall and the library. And town council will discuss a petition calling for measures against racism and discrimination.

Don’t Miss the Secondary School Registration Deadline

Changing secondary school? Or pre-registering your child for the first year? The pre-registration deadline is fast-approaching on 25 April 2025 at 14:00. All Dutch-language secondary schools in Tervuren and Wezembeek-Oppem, but also Overijse and Leuven, operate under the centralised Flemish digital registration platform at aanmelden.school.

St Paul’s Tervuren marks Easter

St. Paul’s is marking Easter with a series of events that began with a Maundy Thursday meal. The range of events includes a sunrise resurrection celebration in Tervuren Park and concludes with a Service of Easter Carols on Sunday, 27 April.

Don’t Miss the Secondary School Registration Deadline

Changing secondary school? Or pre-registering your child for the first year? The pre-registration deadline is fast-approaching on 25 April 2025 at 14:00. All Dutch-language secondary schools in Tervuren and Wezembeek-Oppem, but also Overijse and Leuven, operate under the centralised Flemish digital registration platform at aanmelden.school.

A Taste of Africa Brightens Tervuren Market

Tervuren Market got a flavorful taste of Benin, Madagascar, Togo, and Uganda this week, as Jean-Marie, a seasoned fruit grower and caterer, brought his vibrant, organic produce fresh from Benin and beyond. It was his debut at the local market — a departure from his usual seven-market-a-week circuit across Belgium.

Tervuren coughs up €140,000 for music festival

Tervuren has found €140,000 for the Hee Tervuren music festival, booking popular Flemish artists such as Berre, Zornik, and Niels Destadsbader. But councillor Elmo Peeters (Groen+Vooruit) is raising concerns over the budget and noise levels for the 5-6 July event. Peaks are expected to exceed Flanders’ 100-decibel limit, possibly lasting until 3am on the town’s central square.

Free thermal imaging helps Tervuren save energy

TERVUREN – To bolster energy efficiency, drones conducted over 280 thermal imaging flights across Tervuren’s Congowijk and Moorsel neighborhoods in February and March. The initiative, spearheaded by town hall in collaboration with the Climate Alliance Druivenstreek, aims to assist homeowners in pinpointing heat loss and providing tailored energy-saving improvements.

No Tervuren lawyers to defend rural charm

TERVUREN — Town hall officials will not hire lawyers to defend new permitting rules designed to preserve Tervuren’s village character and protect remaining natural areas. Flemish liberal Mayor Thomas Geyns (OpenVLD, Voor Tervuren) cites high legal costs.

🚴‍♂️Pedal Power for Kids

TERVUREN — Your kid can master the art of cycling too. Kijk! Ik fiets is coming back to Tervuren. The initiative aims to help the youngest transition confidently from training wheels or balance bikes to fully independent cycling.

Romantic Boat Rides Fade Away at Bootjeshuis

TERVUREN — Remember that romantic boat ride with your sweetheart at the Bootjehuis?
Those days are probably gone for good if town grandees are to be believed. But while the paddle boats won’t be making a comeback, Tervuren is on the hunt for a restaurant-savvy tenant to breathe new life into the iconic lakeside spot. You’ll need at least €1,200 a month to spare until 2065? And €163,000 for a serious makeover.

Town grandees get coveted boardroom seats

TERVUREN — Mayor Thomas Geyns’ Flemish liberal and Catholic alliance (Voor Tervuren) gained coveted boardroom positions at a contentious council meeting. Nationalist N-VA also secured a respectable tally of posts. And even the Flemish progressives, Groen+Vooruit, were granted some representation.

Wolf Returns to Tervuren

TERVUREN – After nearly two centuries, the wolf is making a long-awaited return. For years, only the name Wolvenweg served as a silent reminder of the top predator’s former presence in Tervuren. But now, change is on the horizon in the great dark forest.

Cyclists petition return of Carrefour bike parking

TERVUREN – Cyclists in Tervuren have launched a petition calling for the reinstatement of bike racks in front of the local Carrefour. The ten-space bicycle parking area on Hoornzeelstraat was abruptly disappeared in late February to make way for a car parking space. Explaining his decision, Flemish liberal mayor Thomas Geyns says convenient car parking is vital for local business.

Pregnant in Tervuren: empowering expectant parents

Navigating pregnancy can be daunting, especially for international newcomers to Tervuren. PregnantinBelgium.com, founded by Kate Elwood, is tackling this challenge head-on. Originally from the UK, Kate has called Belgium home for 18 years now. Her initiative zeroes in on a key issue for Tervuren’s prospective international parents: demystifying Belgium’s complex maternity system.

Indian Hut: Tervuren’s Taste of India

“We have all communities here,” says Indian Hut’s Satwinder Singh. Since opening the restaurant in April 2016, Satwinder has embraced Tervuren. “You cannot find a better place than this. There are parks for kids, summer activities, cycling—everything. It’s a very lovely community. When I came here, it felt like another world.”

No Email, No Tervuren Town Council

TERVUREN — Town council will not take place in February due to a failure to send the official email invitation on time. The main agenda item was the appointment of approximately 60 board positions. Flemish liberal mayor Thomas Geyns (OpenVLD, Voor Tervuren) attributed the issue to a technical problem, while also blaming Tervuren Unie+Volt for refusing to approve an extraordinary council session.

Let’s go: Tervuren’s schools open pre-registration

TERVUREN – Over half of the kids at Tervuren’s nursery schools speak another language than Dutch at home. That highlights the high quality of leafy Tervuren’s schools among the town’s 44% non-Belgians, despite stiff competition from the British School of Brussels, Montessori, Courtyard, ISF Tervuren, not to mention the European school and Deutsche Schule.