HUB

Hoppinpunt Leuven Rector De Somerplein

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Typology

urban neighbourhood hub - large

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Status

ongoing

Short Description

This mobility hub is located in the historic city center of Leuven, at an important bus stop. It also offers cargo bikes and a waiting place for taxi's. It offers additional services such as bike repair and parcell lockers. It is one of the few places in Belgium where you can rent a pram.

Note: there is E-charging for bikes at this hub.

Source: https://hoppin.be/nl/vind-hoppinpunten/1750/

Operation Start (Year)

2021

Location

Leuven, Belgium

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Networks

Hoppin

Physical Integration

Level 1

Definition 1 (Acceptable walking distance to shared and public transport): At least two shared transport modes in acceptable walking distance to public transport and at least one service (e.g., shop, parcel locker, kiosk) in acceptable walking distance. Minimum legal inclusive design requirements are considered

Digital Integration

Level 0

Definition 0 (No digital integration): No digital integration of shared and public transport mode options offered at the hub. There are separate services and platforms for each mode. No universal design criteria are required

Democratic Integration

Level 0

Definition 0 (No involvement): No involvement or consideration of stakeholder interests and user needs.

Initiation of the hub

government initiated

Services

1 PT service:

bus

2 shared services:

Cargo-bike sharing

Taxi

3 mobility-related services:

Parking for private two wheeler vehicles

eCharging

Self-service bike repair station

5 other services:

Parcel station

Social Services (e.g. Community Center, Library …)

Luggage storage

Shopping

Cafe / restaurant

Information, Visibility and Branding

logo or branding

information pillar/display (with information on using the services)

wayfinding

Inclusive Design

Minimum legal inclusive design requirements are/were considered in the design of the hub.