Erasmus' legacy in Leuven

Did you know that D. Erasmus (1466-1536) was much more than a philosopher? As a humanist, he laid the foundation for modern science by taking doubt as a starting point. He taught us to look critically at ancient texts and dogmas. In the Drietalencollege, Erasmus inspired countless pioneers of science such as Vesalius and Mercator. During this guided tour, we will get to know the oldest labs of our university: the Drietalencollege, the Vicus Artium (Museum M), and the pedagogy De Valk. You will discover the importance of humanism as a turning point in scientific thinking.