Maastricht Treaty
T/m 2 November 2026
Experience the history of Europe: discover the Maastricht Treaty in a unique exhibition!
The Maastricht Museum presents a comprehensive exhibition on the Maastricht Treaty, a milestone in European history. Visitors are taken back to the time when the foundations for the European Union were laid. Take a seat at the table where in 1992 the member states' foreign and finance ministers signed the Maastricht Treaty, a historic act that paved the way for a new era of European cooperation and the introduction of the euro.
The exhibition highlights the significant locations that played a role during the Maastricht Euro Summit. Visit the Provincial Government of Limburg, the epicentre of the negotiations, where European leaders took key decisions on economic, financial and wider issues such as migration, crime fighting and defence. Explore the Neercanne Caves, where Queen Beatrix expressed her support for European integration by signing her signature on a marl wall, a symbolic act that is still remembered.
It also showcases fascinating objects, such as the bronze commemorative medallion designed by Arthur Spronken and the iconic Ceulen chalk, each telling a story of unity and cooperation. The exhibition also brings to life the people and events surrounding the Euro Summit, from the political talks at City Hall to the exuberant celebrations in the Market Square.
Visitors are invited to reflect on the future of the EU and share their own ideas and answers. With questions such as: would you sign the Maastricht Treaty? What do you think are the focal points for the EU?
The Maastricht Treaty received the European Heritage Label in 2018 for its great importance for European history and identity. Studio Europa Maastricht brings the treaty to life with numerous creative projects, making this exhibition a unique opportunity to experience the history of Europe and Maastricht's role in it.
Prices
- Adults € 11,00
- Children €7.00 5 to 17 years
- Children Free T / m 4 years
- Students € 10,00
- CJP (Cultural Youth Passport) € 10,00
- MJK (Museum Year Card) Free
When
- Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Features
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Maastricht Treaty found in Céramique
Location
The modern Céramique district is characterised by its unusual architecture, where Maastricht's industrial past can still be felt, while at the same time you are in the newest and most modern part of the city.
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