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The work-life balance city

Are you ready for a workplace other than your familiar desk or kitchen table? Maastricht offers you as a remote professional or freelancer a unique mix of tranquillity, atmosphere and productivity. Work from cosy cafés or professional co-working spaces and end your day with a walk along the river Meuse or with a good glass of wine on a terrace. Here you will find the focus of home, with the freedom of being on the move. A combination that contributes to your work happiness.

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Why a workation?

Hybrid working gives you the freedom to combine work and life, and in Maastricht you take that to the next level. Work in cosy cafés, co-working spaces or quiet hotels with good coffee and fast wifi. Meeting in the city library or brainstorming on a terrace feels like a mini holiday here, a real workation.

In between work blocks, you stroll through historic streets, cycle along the water or taste local dishes. The alternation of focus and relaxation keeps you more energetic, creative and inspired, while you organise your working week exactly as you wish.

10 reasons - to work from Maastricht

  • Remote-friendly workplaces

    Remote-friendly workplaces

    From a co-working space to a coffee shop where you can sit with your laptop. There are various places in the city where you can go for fast wifi, good coffee and an inspiring atmosphere.

  • International city

    International city Bench in Maastricht city centre

    Because of its location, university and international companies, Maastricht is used to multilingual communication. This also makes the city attractive for non-Dutch people to work remotely from Maastricht.

  • Good connections to European cities

    Good connections to European cities

    A quick train ride to Liège, Brussels, Paris or Amsterdam. Four airports nearby. Maastricht is perfect for flexible, cross-border remote work.

  • City of knowledge

    City of knowledge Location Tapijn, Universiteit Maastricht

    Thanks to Universiteit Maastricht (known for problem-based learning and international students) and Brightlands campuses, among others, there is a strong ecosystem of innovation, health, sustainability and tech.

  • Work-life balance

    Work-life balance

    Start your day with coffee on the river Meuse, end it with yoga in the city park or a drink on a terrace. The compact city offers relaxation within walking distance. Ideal for recharging after a productive working day.

  • Nature

    Nature

    After work, walk or cycle through the hilly countryside of South Limburg or enjoy the silence at Mount Saint Peter. This promotes your focus and well-being.

  • Culture

    Culture Ainsi theatre in Maastricht

    From a theatre performance and a museum exhibition to spontaneous street concerts and jazz evenings in cosy cafés. Maastricht is the city where you can enjoy culture 365 days of the year.

  • Culinary

    Culinary

    Maastricht is a connoisseur paradise: from regional dishes and artisanal delicacies to Limburg wines and culinary restaurants in every neighbourhood.

  • Slow living

    Slow living

    In Maastricht, you don't have to plan anything. Wander through historic streets, discover hidden places and take your time for a long lunch. Everything here is about tranquillity, atmosphere and experience.

  • Compact and easily accessible

    Compact and easily accessible Bordenhal square 1992 Maastricht

    A 15-minute city! Everything is close together. You are rarely more than 15 minutes away from where you need to be, which ensures peace and efficiency.

From café to coworking: productive in the city

Maastricht offers countless places to work: from cosy cafés and coffee bars to modern co-working spaces. Fast wifi, good coffee and a peaceful atmosphere ensure productivity and focus.

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Work happiness

Expert talking: Josje Smeets

Enjoyment and satisfaction in your work are important. Working on motivation, appreciation and positive energy contributes to your health, creativity and commitment. By paying attention to what gives you energy and what you are proud of, you not only increase your job satisfaction, but also your effectiveness.

Want to know how to turn work pressure into more work happiness? These are 4 tips from Josje Smeets.

  • 1. Work in new surroundings

    Walk with your laptop to a hotspot in the Jeker Quarter or work on a bench in the city park. A new environment stimulates creativity and reduces stress. At home, you can mimic this by setting up a different workplace or temporarily working outside.

  • 2. Plan active breaks

    Discover Maastricht on foot or by bike during a lunch break. Cycling uphill especially helps, as increasing your heart rate gets you out of your head better: so hup, up that Mount Saint Peter! Exercise and fresh air refresh your brain and increase concentration. At home, this can be done with short walks or exercises in your garden or on your balcony.

  • 3. Find inspiration outside work

    Visit local culture, markets or an art gallery between your work moments. Simply browsing the windows of one of Maastricht's many boutiques will give your brain new ideas and energy. At home, this can be done via a short creative activity or by rearranging your workspace from time to time.

  • 4. Reflect and celebrate small successes

    Make a daily note of what went well or what you enjoyed. In Maastricht, that list can get seriously long! At home, you can do this in a special work diary or by incorporating a short mindfulness moment.

Switching off in nature

Need a break? Nature in and around Maastricht is literally around the corner. Within a few minutes you can walk through the green Stadspark (city park) or along the banks of the river Meuse, explore the caves of Mount Saint Peter or cycle through the hilly landscape of South Limburg. The natural surroundings will calm your mind and create space for new ideas. Just what you need during a workout.

More green and nature
Stairs in the Frontenpark

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In Maastricht, life after work is all about enjoyment. The city is known for its burgundian character: don't rush, but take the time for good food, a good glass of wine and good company. Whether you pull up a chair at a Michelin-starred restaurant, settle down on a terrace overlooking the Meuse or drop into a cosy bistro where the locals eat, everywhere you taste the same hospitality and love for quality. Forget standard menus and tourist traps, because it is precisely the hidden gems and artisanal cuisines that make Maastricht culinary special. From a small bite between appointments to an extensive business lunch or a long evening meal: in this city, every meal becomes an experience.

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Culture visits

In the mood for culture? Maastricht is bursting with history and creativity. Stroll through the charming city centre, discover art in modern museums, admire centuries-old churches and basilicas or enjoy atmospheric theatres where you can go for dance, theatre or music. Visiting culture provides inspiration, relaxation and new ideas during your workation.

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Lumiere Maastricht

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