Your business stay Maastricht
A business meeting in Maastricht is more than a moment in the meeting room. The city offers an environment where working and relaxing come together naturally. Whether you come for a meeting, training, conference or any other business meeting: Maastricht invites you to make the most of your visit beyond your agenda.
Make the most of your business visit
Between appointments or after the working day, a historic city centre full of culture, gastronomy and atmosphere is at your fingertips. Stroll through the old streets, enjoy the lively terraces on the Vrijthof, explore the banks of the Meuse or be surprised by the many restaurants and cafés. It is precisely this alternation between focus and relaxation that makes a stay in Maastricht extra valuable.
By combining work with time to experience the city, you often return not only with new insights and contacts, but also with renewed energy and inspiration.
Like a local
Wondering how to make the most of your time in Maastricht? We asked locals about their favourite spots and activities. From a good lunch spot between appointments to a walk after a conference day: with these tips, you will experience the city like the people who live and work there.
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6 must-sees in Maastricht according to local resident Chazia
Local
| |6 must-sees in Maastricht according to local resident Chazia
Chazia Mourali takes you to her favourite spots in Maastricht. From top restaurants to her favourite locations to unwind.
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Cultural highlights in Maastricht according to local Peggy
Culture
| |Cultural highlights in Maastricht according to local Peggy
Culture expert Peggy van Sebillen takes you to her favourite places in Maastricht. This will show you that the city is buzzing with varied art and culture.
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7 must-sees in Maastricht according to local Maan
Local
| |7 must-sees in Maastricht according to local Maan
Discover local Moon's favourite spots in the rugged but beautiful Sphinx Quarter.
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5x 'la belle vie' in Maastricht according to local Seth
Local
| |5x 'la belle vie' in Maastricht according to local Seth
Seth Verhaegen - better known as John Tana - takes you through the places where you experience 'la belle vie'.
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Maastricht through the eyes of local and photographer Tetsuro
Local
| |Maastricht through the eyes of local and photographer Tetsuro
Tetsuro Miyazaki, portrait photographer shares his love for southern life captures both people and the city with his camera. Discover Maastricht through his eyes.
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Experience the city
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Culinary delights
Culinary delights
After a long day, there is plenty of choice to settle down somewhere quiet for dinner or a drink. From sophisticated restaurants to small cafés and wine bars, the city offers plenty of places to end the evening in a relaxed manner.
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Discover culture
Discover culture
After a day’s work in Maastricht, you don’t have to head straight back to your hotel. It’s time to explore the historic streets, visit a gallery or museum, and discover some special sights. Discover Maastricht as a city of culture.
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Nature and tranquillity after a working day
Nature and tranquillity after a working day
Those seeking peace and quiet will find it close to the city centre. Walk or cycle to St Peter’s Hill, explore Fort Sint Pieter and the marl caves, and relax in the Stadspark, Frontenpark or along the Meuse.
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Visiting Maastricht with the whole family?
Visiting Maastricht with the whole family?
Are you in Maastricht on business? Bring your family along and turn your business trip into a mini-break. Whilst you’re working, your partner and children can explore the city. Stay an extra day and enjoy everything Maastricht has to offer together.
What’s on right now?
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Late-summer concert at Café Charlemagne
Late-summer concert at Café Charlemagne
Sunday 27 September
Concert
Young musicians from the Euphonia Ensemble will be giving an atmospheric live concert at Café Charlemagne.
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Carmen
Carmen
Sunday 27 September
Theatre and Drama
A spectacular and intense performance of Bizet's Carmen, with top soloists and a unique "in the round" setting.
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Choir gathering at St John’s Church
Choir gathering at St John’s Church
Sunday 27 September
Concert
Five choirs from Limburg, Belgium and Ukraine will come together during the Choir Festival.
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Opus 16 Season Opening
Opus 16 Season Opening
Sunday 27 September
Concert
On Saturday 26 September, Opus 16 Concerts will open the new concert season with an evening of exceptional chamber music. Pianist Michelle Lynne and cell...
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To the movies at Lumière
To the movies at Lumière
weekly
Film
With more than 300 films a year, there is plenty to choose from.
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Wine tasting and tour at Thiessen Wijnkoopers
Wine tasting and tour at Thiessen Wijnkoopers
weekly
Guided tour
Discover the magnificent wine cellars and the historic building on the Grote Gracht. Then taste the finest wines under the guidance of a wine expert.
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The guillotine - a silent witness to French rule
The guillotine - a silent witness to French rule
until 9 January 2028
Exhibitions
From 9 September 2025, there will be something very special in the Maastricht Museum Museum: a real French guillotine from 1798.
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Experience the Bonnefanten
Experience the Bonnefanten
weekly
Guided tour
Visit Limburg's premier art museum together with a guide. See a mix of ancient, modern and contemporary art.
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Group tour of the Maastricht Museum
Group tour of the Maastricht Museum
weekly
Guided tour
The Maastricht Museum, on the first floor of Centre Céramique, tells the hidden stories of the extraordinary city of Maastricht.
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Scooter trip Grotten Zonneberg
Scooter trip Grotten Zonneberg
until 3 January 2027
Guided tour
In a unique and mysterious place where there is no electricity except your headlamp, you set off with a guide and a scooter.
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Céramique, the creation of a city district
Céramique, the creation of a city district
until 25 September 2027
Exhibitions
This mini-expo can be seen on the 4th floor of Centre Céramique, where you will find the original maquette.
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The Justice Panel
The Justice Panel
weekly
Exhibitions
Medieval painting about justice, showing the Last Judgement, a trial and a warning against bribery and unfair justice.
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Guided tour of Stadsbrouwerij Maastricht brewery
Guided tour of Stadsbrouwerij Maastricht brewery
weekly
Guided tour
Learn all about the brewing process and be immersed in the history of beer.
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To the movies at Pathé
To the movies at Pathé
until 7 October 2027
Film
Come and relax for a few hours with the best films at Pathé Maastricht
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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.
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Gossip
Gossip
until 28 February 2027
Exhibitions
An exhibition on witch hunts, women’s knowledge and the way in which historical exclusion and marginalisation continue to have an impact on the…
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Visit the Derlon Museum Cellar
Visit the Derlon Museum Cellar
until 27 December
Exhibitions
The Museumkelder Derlon is a small archaeological museum surrounding an important excavation, a national monument, from the Roman period.
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Bonnefanten: climb the museum tower
Bonnefanten: climb the museum tower
until 27 December
Museum visits
When the weather’s fine, you can climb Aldo Rossi’s rocket-shaped tower for free. A stunning view of Maastricht is guaranteed!
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From Sketch to Shine
From Sketch to Shine
until 28 February 2027
Exhibitions
In this exhibition, discover how Maastricht was a city of makers, craftsmen and innovators for two centuries.
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Who owns the mountain?
Who owns the mountain?
until 8 November
Exhibitions
Discover the remarkable history of St Pietersberg and the ENCI in an exhibition brimming with art, heritage and personal stories.
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Guided tour of caves NATO headquarters
Guided tour of caves NATO headquarters
until 3 January 2027
Guided tour
Discover the hidden history of the Cold War in the former underground NATO headquarters in Cannerberg.
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Masterfully made
Masterfully made
until 11 October
Exhibitions
Discover craftsmanship and industry, and see how craft traditions grew into a powerful engine within a changing society.
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Born to Play: act & dare like an artist
Born to Play: act & dare like an artist
until 28 February 2027
Exhibitions
The third floor of the Bonnefanten is transformed into a playground where children are invited to discover, experiment and...
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Fortress Museum
Fortress Museum
until 30 December
Exhibitions
Vestingmuseum Maastricht is a small-scale fortress museum in the second monument city of the Netherlands.
Inspiration for your visit
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City tour with children
Children
| |City tour with children
Anyone travelling to Maastricht on business can easily combine their trip with a family outing. This city walk takes you past green spaces, animals, play areas and cultural sites that children will also enjoy.
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After a hard day’s work, go for a run
Active
| |After a hard day’s work, go for a run
Fancy clearing your head after a day’s work? Discover four running routes through Maastricht, along the Meuse, through the city centre and through the green spaces.
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Me-time in Maastricht
Overnight stay
| |Me-time in Maastricht
Your partner is in Maastricht for work and you’re tagging along. But what do you do with the time whilst they’re at work? Plenty! Make it a day just for yourself and discover what Maastricht has to offer. We’ll help you get started with a lovely itinerary.
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Find the balance in Maastricht
Workation
| |Find the balance in Maastricht
In Maastricht, you'll find effortless balance between work and relaxation. Universiteit Maastricht research shows how nature, culture and social activities help reduce stress and recharge energy.
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Conscious enjoyment, that's the new Burgundian life
Shopping
| |Conscious enjoyment, that's the new Burgundian life
Maastricht redefines burgundian enjoyment: conscious, sustainable and honest. Gedeelde Weelde shows how community, local products and quality come together so that enjoyment remains possible without compromising on values and health.
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Relaxation in and around Maastricht
Workation
| |Relaxation in and around Maastricht
Discover how to relax in Maastricht: walks, cycling, yoga, sports and culinary stops. Perfect for your workation or in your free time.
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Mindfulness activities in Maastricht
Workation
| |Mindfulness activities in Maastricht
There is nothing like enjoying a moment of peace and quiet. Find out the best way to do that in Maastricht, so that you start work fresh again.
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5x art museums in Maastricht
Culture
| |5x art museums in Maastricht
From contemporary art at Marres to architecture at Bureau Europa, you will discover the city at its most artistic and get inspired by various exhibitions and collections.
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Historic architecture in Maastricht
Architecture
| |Historic architecture in Maastricht
Maastricht has a rich past and you can feel it when you wander through this city. Every building has its own story. We tip three mystical buildings that are not to be missed.
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6 connoisseur restaurant tips
Culinary
| |6 connoisseur restaurant tips
Maastricht is known for its many excellent places to eat and drink. As a foodie, which restaurants should you not miss?
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Walking tour | Jekerk Quarter, Stokstraat Quarter and city centre
Architecture
| |Walking tour | Jekerk Quarter, Stokstraat Quarter and city centre
An atmospheric stroll through the charming Jeker Quarter and the stylish Stokstraat Quarter, past cosy little streets, luxury boutiques and famous landmarks.
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Cretaceous Walk on Mount Saint Peter
Nature
| |Cretaceous Walk on Mount Saint Peter
The Cretaceous Walk takes you through the unique chalk landscape of the Mount Saint Peter, featuring history, quarries, nature and industrial heritage.
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Two days in Maastricht: your luxury escape
Overnight stay
| |Two days in Maastricht: your luxury escape
Escape the daily hustle and bustle and experience two days of luxury in Maastricht. Explore hidden gems, shop in trendy boutiques and enjoy culinary delights.
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On a wine trip in Maastricht: five (hidden) pearls
Culinary
| |On a wine trip in Maastricht: five (hidden) pearls
Maastricht itself also offers plenty of (hidden) spots for wine lovers. We take you to some of these spots on a weekday wine trip in the Limburg capital.
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Evenings in Maastricht
Culture
| |Evenings in Maastricht
To fill out your evening, there are many options in Maastricht. Experience the vibrant cultural life.
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5x sustainable shopping in Maastricht
Shopping
| |5x sustainable shopping in Maastricht
Do you love sustainable shopping? Local, fair and direct; you are guaranteed to succeed at these 5 hotspots.
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From the land to your plate: savour nature in Maastricht
Culinary
| |From the land to your plate: savour nature in Maastricht
Discover the flavours of Maastricht and South Limburg. Taste local delicacies, enjoy seasonal ingredients and discover urban landscape products.
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8x restaurants with terrace in Maastricht
Culinary
| |8x restaurants with terrace in Maastricht
Dining on a castle terrace overlooking an award-winning garden or having lunch by the water with summer beats playing in the background? Maastricht has terraces for every taste.
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Enjoying Maastricht wines and vineyards
Culinary
| |Enjoying Maastricht wines and vineyards
You probably immediately think of southern France when you think of vast vineyards. But did you know that Maastricht and its surroundings have countless wineries and vineyards? Yes, really!
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10x coffee hotspots in Maastricht
City guide
| |10x coffee hotspots in Maastricht
Recharge your batteries whilst enjoying a Maastricht ‘teske koffie’ and make plans for your next activity… Come and have a coffee in Maastricht.