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Summer in the city
On a walking or cycling tour, raising a toast on a terrace, and discovering new hotspots in the city. Enjoy the vibrant summer atmosphere in Maastricht.
Not to be missed - Exhibitions, concerts, events, and more
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Isaac Julien: What Freedom Is To Me
Isaac Julien: What Freedom Is To Me
until 18 August
Isaac Julien (London, 1960) is a pioneer in video and installation art. Since the '80s, he crafts impressive...
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Alison Jackson | Truth is Dead
Alison Jackson | Truth is Dead
until 15 September
A high-profile exhibition by British photographer and filmmaker Alison Jackson. The exhibition 'Truth...
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Guided tour through Fort Sint Pieter | Maastricht Underground
Guided tour through Fort Sint Pieter | Maastricht Underground
until 5 January 2025
Step back in time and experience history during a tour of Fort St. Pieter.
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City tour: The Historic heart of Maastricht (start Centrum)
City tour: The Historic heart of Maastricht (start Centrum)
until 1 February 2025
This tour is the most popular and best known in Maastricht, and for good reason. One route joins together...
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Guided Tours of the North Caves | Maastricht Underground
Guided Tours of the North Caves | Maastricht Underground
until 1 February 2026
Do you dare go underground? Go exploring in the caves below the St. Pietersberg hill.
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Maastricht Underground | Guided tours of the Casemates Waldeck
Maastricht Underground | Guided tours of the Casemates Waldeck
until 1 February 2026
Between 1575 and 1825, a network of underground passageways or mine galleries was created on the western...
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Lumière Open Air Film Festival
Lumière Open Air Film Festival
9 until 20 August
Enjoying a movie under the glittering starry sky? You must experience it! From Friday 9th to Tuesday...
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Festival Bruis
Festival Bruis
30 August until 1 September
Festival Bruis: great music and great vibes.
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Musica Sacra
Musica Sacra
20 until 22 September
The ultimate arts festival bursting with music, dance, theatre, performance, film, and fine art.
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De Nederlandse Dansdagen
De Nederlandse Dansdagen
4 until 10 October
In one week a unique experience for the dance lover!
Into nature
Maastricht is known for her colourful region, the backyard of Maastricht. Find out what you have to see! Discover the most beautiful, fun and fascinating places in South Limburg and Euregion!
Discover the region
Blogs to inspire you - Get to know Maastricht
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Santé: Sipping cocktails in Maastricht
Santé: Sipping cocktails in MaastrichtNegroni, Mojito or an Espresso Martini? Your choice of cocktail says a lot about you. Whatever you drink, you can indulge yourself in Maastricht. From a speakeasy (hidden behind a secret door) to a bar located on the bustling market.
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10 inspiring interior design shops in Maastricht
10 inspiring interior design shops in MaastrichtYour house truly becomes a home with a decor that suits you. The interior shops in Maastricht offer something for everyone. Curious about which shops you should definitely visit? Find out here.
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6 must-sees in Maastricht according to local Chazia
6 must-sees in Maastricht according to local ChaziaPresenter, radio producer, and writer Chazia Mourali alternates the hustle and bustle of the Randstad with the tranquillity and countryside of Maastricht. Quiet but cosy, authentic with a foreign feel. Read more about her favourite spots in Maastricht.
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Starred and gourmet restaurants in Maastricht
Starred and gourmet restaurants in MaastrichtDiscover Maastricht's culinary treasures: French finesse, Thai flavour explosions and exotic fusion. Sample seasonal, local ingredients and global delicacies. Six starred restaurants, four Bib Gourmand ratings. A tasty adventure!
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Evening entertainment in Maastricht
Evening entertainment in MaastrichtStroll along the river Meuse, enjoy cosy terraces, feast on local delicacies, and be absorbed by live music and theatre. Maastricht is bustling in the evening, too. Quickly discover where your evenings in Maastricht could take you.
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The 6 best workspaces in Maastricht
The 6 best workspaces in MaastrichtInstead of from home or in the office, why not work from a flexible workspace in the city? You have a variety of options in Maastricht. From a cosy cafe to a trendy work hub! Here’s a few recommended places where you can enjoy yourself while working.
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Wellness and spa near Maastricht
Wellness and spa near MaastrichtEnjoy relaxation in the South Limburg hills: sauna, outdoor pool, massages, beauty products, yoga. Luxury wellness centres with natural and historical features, high-quality facilities to compare with international names. Discover more here!
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Maastricht Store
You’ll find the Maastricht Store in the ‘Dinghuis’ building on Kleine Staat 1. This used to be the VVV office, but now has so much more to offer. The Maastricht Store can provide all kinds of information and inspiration about your trip to Maastricht. You can also buy maps with the most fantastic hiking and cycling routes, as well as local souvenirs and beautiful gifts. The friendly team at the Maastricht Store would love to tell you all about Maastricht!
Discover Maastricht Store
Top 10 - Our favourite things to do in the city
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Vrijthof square
Vrijthof square
Vrijthof 1
6211 LE MaastrichtMaastrichtThe heart of the city is home to the beautiful Vrijthof square. In the 19th century, Vrijthof square was given its current appearance: a paved square surrounded by trees. The wealthy bourgeoisie enjoyed takin strolls in this area.
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Basilica of St. Servatius and Treasury
Basilica of St. Servatius and Treasury
Vlakbij het Vrijthof
Keizer Karelplein 6
6211 TC MaastrichtVlakbij het Vrijthof, MaastrichtOn Maastricht's grandest square, you'll find the impressive and monumental Sint Servaasbasiliek (Basilica of St. Servatius).
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Bonnefanten
Bonnefanten
Avenue Ceramique 250
6221 KX MaastrichtMaastrichtMaastricht's cultural hotspot. An impressive collection of old masters and modern art.
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City park
City park
Stadspark
6211 JW MaastrichtMaastrichtWhether for a romantic picnic, a culinary event, a jog or workout, or just a relaxing stroll, Maastricht's city park (stadspark) really is a perfect place for everyone.
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North Caves St. Pieters hill
North Caves St. Pieters hill
Luikerweg 80
6212 NH MaastrichtMaastrichtDo you dare go underground? Not afraid of the dark? Go exploring in the caves below St. Pietersberg hill! No light, no sound, no smell, no radiation, no pollution, no mobile phone signal, no notion of time…
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The districts of Maastricht
Maastricht is a city where old and new come together, with famous as well as many hidden places. Here is a list of our favourites. Discover which district is your favourite.
Binnenstad
Better known as the historic centre of Maastricht, this shopping paradise is surrounded by the most beautiful squares: Onze Lieve Vrouweplein, Markt, and Vrijthof.
BinnenstadCéramique
The cutting-edge area of Maastricht, this district is an architectural gem, with a vast square, city library, and fine coffee shops.
CéramiqueWyck
A warm welcome as you step off the train: the Wyck District. Local entrepreneurs, fine dining, and the best views of the Meuse. The bridges separate Wyck from the city centre.
WyckStokstraatkwartier
A chic area of Maastricht: exclusive clothes shops, hidden places, and romantic squares such as Op de Thermen.
StokstraatkwartierSint Pieter
Walk from the centre via Stadspark through Sint Pieter and discover this beautiful residential area overlooked by the majestic St. Pietersberg hill.
Sint PieterJekerkwartier
Here you can soak up Maastricht's French vibes. This special part of the city centre is named after the tranquil Jeker river that flows through it.
JekerkwartierSphinxkwartier
A place of innovation and regeneration, this district is in full bloom and is far from finished flowering. Backdropped by the historic city harbour and home to the Sphinxpassage, an ode to its rich past.
Sphinxkwartier