Romantic spots in the city during Magical Maastricht

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Lights, Christmas trees and festive decorations. December is a time you don't want to miss in Maastricht. Do you and your loved one want to escape the daily hustle and bustle of the city? We know a number of romantic and intimate spots where you can forget everything and everyone around you for a while and fully enjoy the magical feeling. Will you join us?

't Bassin

If you're on your way to the Sphinx Quarter, a pit stop at 't Bassin is an excellent idea. The marina exudes a beautiful calm and tranquillity in winter time and is sparklingly decorated with glittering lights glittering on the water. What a picture! The wharf cellars are home to cosy restaurants where you can enjoy delicious seafood. Nice and cosy by the water.

't Bassin marina

The wharf cellars of 't Bassin bustle with various restaurants, grand cafés, shops and galleries. More info on Jachthaven 't Bassin

't Bassin marina

On the little square 'Het Bat' in the Stokstraat quarter stands the iconic Mestreechter Geis. Right next to it is a festive Christmas tree. A great spot for a photo opportunity. With the Christmas tree and the Geis side by side, and the characteristic buildings of the Stokstraat Quarter in the background. Get a hot chocolate to-go at DARQ and then stroll through the beautifully decorated shopping streets. If you still want to score a nice Christmas outfit, this is also the place to be!

Mestreechter Geis

A difficult concept to translate that was made visible by sculptor Mari Andriessen (1897-1979) in a sculpture of the same name. More info on Mestreechter Geis

Mestreechter Geis
DARQ Maastricht

DARQ is a coffee and chocolate hotspot in the heart of Maastricht, with homemade pastries, freshly turned Italian scoop ice cream, luxury sundaes, lunch and a unique chocolate hotel. Look through the glass in the floor into the Chocolate Lab, where all creations are made with craftsmanship every day. More info on DARQ Maastricht

DARQ Maastricht

Square full of lights

The Grote Looiersstraat, a beautiful street with the feel of a quiet square. Between the roads, you stroll along the walkway surrounded by trees decorated with the most beautiful hanging lights. Here you will experience peace, tranquillity and a moment to yourself. Sit quietly on one of the benches, look at the beautiful buildings around you or get lost deep in your thoughts for a moment. This intimate little square feels truly magical.

Square in Grote Looiersstraat

The Grote Looierstraat is named after the tanners who worked and lived here. They washed hides in the Jeker branches. More info on Pleintje Grote Looiersstraat

Square in Grote Looiersstraat

Annual garlands of lights hang from the Hoge Brug bridge, creating a postcard picture! In the evening, the lights sparkle above the Meuse and reflect light in the water. A great photo opportunity. Whether you use a professional camera to capture this moment or just your smartphone, the result will never disappoint!

Hoge Brug bridge

The Hoge Brug (Maastricht: Hoeg Brögk) is a bicycle and pedestrian bridge over the river Meuse. More info on Hoge Brug

Hoge Brug bridge

In summer, Charles Eyck Park is a living meeting place where young and old gather for a picnic, a game of volleyball or to read a book in the sun. A lovely place in summer, but certainly in winter too! Light garlands illuminate the path along the water. Sit on one of the benches and fully take in the view. To your right, you can see the Hoge Brug bridge, St Sint Servaasbrug bridge and the towers of Basilica of Our Lady. To your left, the Kennedy Bridge with St Peter's Mountain in the background. Need to warm up? Then step inside Café Zuid.

Café Zuid

Café Zuid is in a great spot. The terrace on the east side of the Meuse where the sun shines until after dinner. More info on Café Zuid

Café Zuid

Saint Servatius Monastery

At Vrijhof, you will enjoy the vibrant and lively winter event Magical Maastricht Vrijthof. Behind the Sint-Janskerk and Basilica Of Saint Servatius, you suddenly find yourself in a world where time stands still. Stroll quietly along the Henric van Veldeke square where you can admire the towers of the church and basilica in peace. Walk through the arches and admire the basilica from a different perspective.

Henric van Veldeke Square

Maastricht's Henric van Veldekeplein is a historic square with medieval churches, monuments and a statue of the poet Hendric van Veldeke. More about Henric van Veldekeplein

Henric van Veldeke Square
Basilica Of Saint Servatius

This oldest basilica in the Netherlands has one of the richest treasuries in Europe. More about Saint Servatius Basilica

Basilica Of Saint Servatius
Sint Janskerk (St. John's Church)

Striking Protestant church on the Vrijthof. With its red tower, it is a landmark on the Maastricht skyline. More info on Sint-Janskerk

Sint Janskerk (St. John's Church)