Stokstraat Quarter
Discover the Stokstraat Quarter
This district exudes everything the Limburg capital stands for: hospitality, style, tradition and atmosphere. You come here to find inspiration, stroll around and get to know the heart of the city. The Stokstraat Quarter consists of the streets between Maastricht city centre and Jekerkwartier, with the chic Stokstraat as the eye-catcher.
Rich history
Although Stokstraat is now considered one of the most luxurious and exclusive shopping streets in the Netherlands, it has also seen very different times. If there is one street that has undergone the necessary transformations, it is Stokstraat. The historic buildings in this and the other streets of the Stokstraat Quarter are cherished and well cared for. Look up at the beautiful facades in this part of Maastricht and discover how much history is hidden here. Or take a look at the square Op de Thermen where a bathhouse could be found in Roman times. The stones of the square show where that bathhouse stood.
Now to do in the Stokstraat Quarter
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The Make
The Make
until 23 March
Shopping
The exclusive pop-up store where craftsmanship and timeless design take centre stage. Discover sustainable, lovingly made garments in sizes 34 to...
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Bus tour Maastricht
Bus tour Maastricht
until 31 December
Guided tour
An Official Maastricht Guide will tell you all about Maastricht and its surroundings during this tour.
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St John Passion
St John Passion
Sunday 13 April
Music other
Chamber Choir Maastricht brings the St John Passion to life in the atmospheric Our Lady's Basilica. An impressive start to Holy Week with...
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Bridges to Heaven / Garden of Mary
Bridges to Heaven / Garden of Mary
23 May to 15 August
Exhibitions
Discover the symbolic connection between heaven and earth in the exhibition 'Bridges to Heaven / Garden of Mary'.
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Icons - Mary, bridge between God and people
Icons - Mary, bridge between God and people
12 June, 13 June and 8 more days
Exhibitions
Discover beautiful Marian icons in the Crypt of the Basilica of Our Lady.
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Studium Chorale - Somnium al Salaam
Studium Chorale - Somnium al Salaam
Friday 13 June
Concert
A musical bridge between East and West, full of powerful harmonies and felt melodies.
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Great Way of Prayer with statue of grace of Our Lady Star of the Sea
Great Way of Prayer with statue of grace of Our Lady Star of the Sea
Wednesday 18 June
Attraction visits
A solemn journey with the statue of grace of Our Lady Star of the Sea.
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Marian Concert
Marian Concert
Friday 20 June
Concert
Be enchanted by the Marian Concert in the atmospheric pawn garden of the Basilica of Our Lady.
Our Lady's Basilica
Both religious and non-religious visitors and residents often light a symbolic candle here. Once or as a regular ritual. The candles are reflected in a special way in the glass behind which Mary appears, which makes for a beautiful sight. A visit to this basilica is a must if you are in the Stokstraat district.
Must-sees in the Stokstraat Quarter
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Pieke oet de Stokstraot
Pieke oet de Stokstraot
A statue of Pieke and Maoke stands in the Stokstraat quarter, recalling the former working-class life in Maastricht.
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At Les Thermes
At Les Thermes
Op de Thermen is an intimate, quiet square in Maastricht, with a historical reference to a Roman bathhouse.
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The Grain Market
The Grain Market
Small markets used to be held here and there in the city for certain products, like this Grain Market for... grain.
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Our Lady's Basilica
Our Lady's Basilica
Both religious and non-religious visitors as well as residents often light a candle here.
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The Bat
The Bat
Formerly a mooring, a quay reinforced with wood. A southern Dutch word for this was bat. In Liège, the Quai de Batte can still be found.
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Mestreechter Geis
Mestreechter Geis
A difficult concept to translate, made visible by sculptor Mari Andriessen (1897-1979) in a sculpture of the same name.
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Amazon on horseback
Amazon on horseback
Statue of Limburg sculptor Arthur Spronken found on the square Op de Thermen.
Shopping in the Stokstraat Quarter
Luxury and craft are central in this neighbourhood and this manifests itself in one special concept after another. You won't find big chains here, but inspiring boutiques that take everyone's creativity to the next level. The shops range from beautiful garments, accessories and jewellery to flowers, interior items and chocolates. There are even some 'court suppliers' to be found here. Who says Maastricht, says style, and the shopkeepers in this district have clearly understood that.
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Also discover - the other districts
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The city centre
The city centre
In the city centre, you will find the major shopping streets and famous highlights such as the Vrijthof Square and the Town Hall.
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Sphinx Quarter
Sphinx Quarter
This district has been revamped from an industrial area to a vibrant place full of innovations and hotspots.
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Jekerkwartier
Jekerkwartier
In the Jeker Quarter, you imagine yourself in France, but this is really Maastricht.
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Saint Peter's
Saint Peter's
Be surprised by the beautiful nature in this neighbourhood and enjoy the tranquillity found here.
