Treasury Basilica of Saint Servatius

The Treasury of St Servatius Basilica houses one of the most important ecclesiastical collections in the Netherlands. Here you can admire a remarkable collection of relics, religious art and precious gold and silverwork closely linked to St Servatius and the history of Maastricht. The collection illustrates how faith, art and craftsmanship have been intertwined for centuries.

The famous Reliquary
The most famous highlight of the treasury is the Reliquary, officially known as the Servatius Shrine. This richly decorated 12th-century reliquary contains relics of Saint Servatius and other bishops of Tongeren and Maastricht. The Reliquary is regarded as a masterpiece of the Maasland goldsmithing tradition and still plays an important role during the Pilgrimage of the Shrine, which takes place once every seven years.

Reliquaries and religious art
In addition to the Reliquary, the bust of Saint Servatius, the famous key, the bishop’s crozier and other relics associated with Maastricht’s patron saint are also on display. The collection also includes richly decorated reliquaries, ivory, liturgical objects, paintings, sculptures and a remarkable collection of centuries-old textiles. Together, they tell the story of Maastricht’s religious and cultural history.

Centuries of religious art and craftsmanship
The Treasury is housed in the medieval double chapel of St Servatius Basilica. The combination of the historic location and the exceptional collection makes a visit a special experience for anyone interested in history, religion or art.

Fun fact
The Reliquary owes its name to a centuries-old tradition. Whenever Maastricht was struck by war, disease or other calamities, the reliquary was carried through the city in the hope that Saint Servatius would offer protection.