Roman walk

Distance: 1.6 km | Duration: 20 minutes

Start and end point: Onze-Lieve-Vrouweplein

For a complete experience, grab this Roman page packed with history, tips, fun facts and, above all, fascinating stories.

You may already have known that Maastricht has a rich Roman past. But did you also know that the remnants of it can still be found scattered almost all over the city? They may not always be visible, but the stories behind them make them all the more special. Discover the Roman remains in Maastricht with this walk and blog, let your imagination run wild and follow the traces of the Romans in the city.

Onze Lieve Vrouwe square

Attractive square in the oldest part of the city within the late Roman castellum. More info on Onze Lieve Vrouwe square

Onze Lieve Vrouwe square
Basilica of Our Lady

Visit the Basilica of Our Lady: an ancient, atmospheric pilgrimage church full of history, silence and candlelight in Maastricht. More about Onze Lieve Vrouwebasiliek

Basilica of Our Lady
Museum cellar Derlon

Many Roman remains have been found in and around the Onze-Lieve-Vrouweplein square. These remains are kept in the museum cellar of Hotel Derlon. More info on Museumkelder Derlon

Museum cellar Derlon
Op de Thermen square

Op de Thermen is an intimate, quiet square in Maastricht, with a historical reference to a Roman bathhouse. More info on Op de Thermen

Op de Thermen square
Saint Servatius Bridge

The icon of Maastricht, named after the fourth bishop of Maastricht: Saint Servatius. More information about Saint Servatius Bridge

Saint Servatius Bridge
Vrijthof square

This romantic and historic square is Maastricht's largest. More info on Het Vrijthof

Vrijthof square
Basilica Of Saint Servatius

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

Basilica Of Saint Servatius
Adriaan de Smaakmaker

At Adriaan de Smaakmaker you will find home-made mustard, jam, chutney, dressings, vinegars, mayonnaises and various regional products since 1985. More information about Adriaan de Smaakmaker

Adriaan de Smaakmaker
De Bisschopsmolen

This water mill was owned by Godfrey of Bouillon in the 11th century and by the Prince-Bishop of Liège after his death. More info on De Bisschopsmolen

De Bisschopsmolen