Wide view of Plus Ultra Leiden’s exterior at Leiden Bio Science Park during the day
Life Sciences & Health

Leiden Bio Science Park: Europe’s leading life sciences and biotech innovation campus

Where biotech innovation grows

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An inspiring environment for research, development, and innovation

Leiden Bio Science Park is the largest life sciences campus in the Netherlands and one of Europe’s leading biotech innovation hubs. Home to more than 519 organisations, including over 150 biomedical life sciences companies, the campus connects biotech start-ups, scale-ups, research institutes and global pharmaceutical leaders. With Leiden University and Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) at its core, the park drives breakthroughs in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics and healthcare innovation.

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World-class research hub

Leiden Bio Science Park is internationally recognised for its excellence in life sciences research and biotechnology innovation. The campus brings together leading institutions such as Leiden University and LUMC, supporting advanced research in medicine, biology, chemistry, bioinformatics and drug discovery. Its ecosystem accelerates the development of vaccines, diagnostics and life-changing therapies through close collaboration between academia and industry. Global organisations including Johnson & Johnson strengthen the campus’s position as one of Europe’s leading biotech and pharmaceutical clusters.

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Leading talent pool

With more than 27,000 students and nearly 26,000 daily professionals, Leiden Bio Science Park offers direct access to one of Europe’s strongest life sciences talent pools. Its close connection to Leiden University ensures a continuous flow of highly skilled researchers, scientists and biotech professionals. Companies benefit from expertise in biotechnology, pharmacology, diagnostics, healthcare innovation and bioinformatics, making the campus an ideal location for R&D-driven organisations seeking growth and innovation.

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Ideal for life sciences

Leiden Bio Science Park’s strategic location near key regulatory bodies like the European Medicines Agency (EMA) and European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines (EDQM) provides a significant advantage for life sciences companies. The park offers access to critical resources for pharmaceutical development, from early-stage R&D to clinical trials and commercialisation. Its global connectivity and proximity to major European cities enhance its role as a strategic hub for businesses aiming to navigate international markets. The park’s dynamic ecosystem also supports partnerships between research institutes, companies, and regulatory authorities, fostering innovation at every stage of development.

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519 companies
Employee
26.000 daily employees
Students
27.000+ daily students
Local Proximity
110 hectares area
Organisation
36 spin-offs

Our specialised assets at Leiden Bio Science Park

Leiden Bio Science Park offers premium laboratory space and office space tailored to biotech and life sciences companies. Flexible, future-proof facilities such as Plus Ultra Leiden, and soon Plus Ultra Leiden II, support R&D, collaboration, and business growth within one of Europe’s leading innovation ecosystems.

Plus Ultra Leiden

Plus Ultra Leiden is a state-of-the-art multi-tenant building designed for innovative biotech and life sciences companies. The building combines advanced laboratory space, flexible office environments, and collaborative working areas, supporting organisations looking to scale their R&D activities within Leiden Bio Science Park.

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  • Laboratories
  • Offices
  • i-HUB
  • Meeting rooms
  • Collaborative spaces
  • Event areas
  • Shared facilities

Plus Ultra Leiden II

Located within the thriving Leiden Bio Science Park, Plus Ultra Leiden II offers state-of-the-art lab and office spaces tailored to life sciences and biotech companies. The building provides flexible and customisable spaces designed to accommodate businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to established companies.

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  • Laboratories
  • Offices
  • Collaborative spaces
  • Meeting rooms
  • Shared facilities

Get in touch to explore laboratory space opportunities at Leiden Bio Science Park

Call, mail or chat with Rob: +31 6 46 06 74 11 or

Rob van Overbeek is Commercial Development Manager for Kadans Science Partner for the Netherlands for West NL
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Discover your ideal lab space at Kadans

Kadans offers bespoke laboratory space at Leiden Bio Science Park, tailored to the needs of biotech, pharmaceutical and life sciences organisations. Explore scalable lab environments designed to support innovation, R&D and long-term growth.

Are you ready to innovate together?

Rob van Overbeek is Commercial Development Manager for Kadans Science Partner for the Netherlands for West NL
Rob van Overbeek Commercial Development Manager

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