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Maastricht, a city - that embraces you

Welcome to Maastricht! Here, history comes alive in atmospheric streets, impressive monuments and bustling squares. We combine the best of culture, creativity and hospitality. Whether you come for art, delicious food or just to relax, Maastricht offers something for everyone. Be inspired by our city!

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  • Guardians of Bemelen + Q&A director Hans Heijnen

    Guardians of Bemelen + Q&A director Hans Heijnen

    Saturday 17 January

    Film

    A warm Limburg documentary about the village of Bemelen, where traditions, friendship and care for each other endure in a rapidly changing world.

  • Sim Formula Europe

    Sim Formula Europe

    until 18 January

    Fair

    Experience top sim racing competitions, test and buy the latest high-end hardware for simracing and flightsim, and admire spectacular supercars.

  • 25 years of songs - Hans Emmen

    25 years of songs - Hans Emmen25

    until 18 January

    Concert

    Hans Emmen celebrates 25 years of dialect songs with humour and guts about life accompanied by a colourful band.

Not to be missed

  • Meet Bèr - Mosasaur experience

    Meet Bèr - Mosasaur experience

    until 31 December

    Exhibitions

    The exhibition at the Natural History Museum Maastricht shows the story of the geological era Maastrichtian, also known as the Cretaceous.

  • Nico Koster | Apple and Lennon

    Nico Koster | Apple and Lennon

    17 January, 18 January and 6 more days

    Exhibitions

    The exhibition Appel and Lennon shows a selection of press photographer Nico Koster's most talked-about images.

  • Guided tour of Fort Sint Pieter

    Guided tour of Fort Sint Pieter

    until 2 October

    Guided tour

    An early 1700s fortress, where cannons, embrasures and stories from the guide take you back to bygone times of war and occupation in Maastricht.

  • InterClassics Maastricht

    InterClassics Maastricht

    until 18 January

    Fair

    InterClassics is the annual fair for classic cars, with exhibitions, dealers, auctions and meetings for enthusiasts.

  • Maastricht Antiquarian Book & Print Fair

    Maastricht Antiquarian Book & Print Fair

    13-15 March

    Fair

    Discover rare books, prints and maps at the international Maastricht Antiquarian Book & Print Fair, a paradise for collectors and aficionados...

  • TEFAF

    TEFAF

    14 to 19 March

    Fair

    With 278 leading art dealers from 20 countries, TEFAF Maastricht shows you more than 7,000 years of art history.

  • André Rieu on the Vrijthof Square

    André Rieu on the Vrijthof Square

    2 to 19 July

    Concert

    André Rieu traditionally lands in summer with his Johann Strauss Orchestra on the Vrijthof in his hometown of Maastricht.

  • Plan your stay

    Immerse yourself in Maastricht charm by soaking up art and culture, discovering hidden gems and relaxing by the water.

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  • Maastricht Store

    The Maastricht Store in the Dinghuis (Kleine Staat 1) offers more than just VVV information. You will find tips, walking and cycling routes, local souvenirs and gifts. The team will help you discover Maastricht with a smile!

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  • How to reach the city?

    Maastricht is compact and everything is within walking distance from the station. Bicycles are convenient and free to park, while a P&R is ideal for cars.

    More information
    Maastricht station Arriva bus and shared bikes

Discover Maastricht - in your style

    • Adventure activities

      Adventure activities Mural caves Maastricht with scooter

      Looking for adventure? Excitement awaits in Maastricht, from underground discoveries to outdoor activities for everyone.

    • Grotten Noord

      Grotten Noord

      Maastricht's caves offer a mysterious underground world full of history, adventure and hidden works of art!

    • 7x trendy terraces

      7x trendy terraces7 Lumiere building front terrace water

      Maastricht terraces combine stylish locations, surprising menus and top-notch drinks. From rooftop bars to the river Meuse!

    • Frontenpark

      Frontenpark Frontenpark Maastricht walking trail along walls

      Frontenpark is an adventurous, rugged city park full of untouched nature, not a standard landscaped park.

    • 10x coffee hotspots

      10x coffee hotspots10 Fixed Gear Coffee Maastricht table with chairs and coffee

      In Maastricht, you will find plenty of cosy coffee shops to enjoy a delicious coffee break.

    • Street Art Route

      Street Art Route Song thrush mural Maastricht

      Maastricht combines historical art with street art, where walls tell stories in creative forms.

    Seek adventure

    • Midweek for pure rest and reflection

      Midweek for pure rest and reflection

      You can keep exploring in this city, but Maastricht also offers peace and contemplation. Perfect for recharging and feeling zen.

    • Maastricht in 3 days

      Maastricht in 3 days Monastere Hotel Maastricht entrance Boschstraat

      An ideal blend of style, luxury and taste. Get inspired.

    • Maastricht is culinary

      Maastricht is culinary

      The Limburg 'G' stands for enjoyment, hospitality and quality, with local gastronomy and regional products.

    • Shopping in Maastricht

      Shopping in Maastricht Boutique shopping

      From exclusive boutiques to lively markets: a shopping experience for everyone.

    Discover stylish Maastricht

    • Green and Nature

      Green and Nature

      Beautiful green surroundings, lovely parks and nature reserves for relaxation and exploration.

    • Maastricht is culture

      Maastricht is culture

      In Maastricht, you can feel culture and creativity, with art, music, theatre, dance and festivals all year round.

    • City tour Heart of Maastricht

      City tour Heart of Maastricht Stokstraat Maastricht city walk explanation by guide

      Explore the city with an Official Guide, which brings the city to life with stories, humour and history.

    • Walking and Cycling

      Walking and Cycling Enci quarry Maastricht hiking trail

      Historical charm, nature, hills and the Meuse offer a relaxing cultural experience.

    • History of the city

      History of the city St John's church Maastricht tower

      Maastricht's past lives on in the city, which harmoniously combines history and innovation.

    More inspiring Maastricht

Celebrate life in Maastricht

We don’t rush, we wander. Here, life is something to be savoured. Delight in fine food and drink on sun-drenched terraces or in one of the many inviting restaurants. Step back in time in a remarkable museum, and shop to your heart’s content in the most elegant shopping streets the Netherlands has to offer. Take in the beauty of an art or music festival, or slip away into nature, just a stone’s throw from the city’s heart.

Things to do in Maastricht
Bench in Maastricht city centre

Explore the eight districts of the city

Maastricht can be divided into eight districts, each with its own character.

Explore the eight districts of the city

Maastricht can be divided into eight districts, each with its own character.

Bordenhal Ceramique Maastricht theatre group Maastricht Café Zuid

Downtown

1 View the Inner City
Vrijthof in Maastricht

Wyck

2 View Wyck
Rechtstraat Wyck Maastricht shops window displays

Stokstraat Quarter

3 View the Stokstraat Quarter
Shopping on Stokstraat

Jeker Quarter

4 View the Jeker Quarter
Koestraat in Maastricht

Sphinx Quarter

5 See the Sphinx Quarter
Sphinxpassage long corridor

Céramique

6 View Céramique
Charles Eyck park walking and cycling path bonnefanten

Staten Quarter

7 View Statenkwartier
Cafe Brusselsestraat in Maastricht

Sint Pieter

8 View Saint Peter's
Glacisweg Sint Pieter in Maastricht

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