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| Dutch: Nationale Weg 27 French: Route nationale 27 | |
| Major junctions | |
| West end | Leuven |
| East end | Namur |
| Location | |
| Country | Belgium |
| Provinces | Flemish Brabant, Walloon Brabant, Namur |
| Highway system | |
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The N27 is a regional road in Belgium, linking Leuven (Flemish Brabant) to Namur (Capital of Wallonia) via key towns including Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve and Gembloux. Managed by the Flemish and Walloon road authorities, it serves both suburban and interprovincial traffic. [1]
The route commences in Leuven, travelling southeast through the university suburbs and crossing into Walloon Brabant near Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve. It continues towards Gembloux, then proceeds eastwards and terminates in Namur, connecting eventually to the N90/R30 ring. [2]
The Flemish segment (Leuven to provincial border) is maintained by the Flemish road agency (AWV), while the portion in Wallonia (Ottignies to Namur) falls under Walloon jurisdiction. The road typically offers two lanes, with sections near Leuven expanded to suburban standards. [3]
According to current data from the Vlaams Verkeerscentrum, the N27 corridor experiences moderate to heavy traffic, especially on weekdays near Leuven and Namur. [4] It is a commuter route for students and suburban workers between regional hubs.