Maastricht is waiting for you

Spring in Maastricht

Every season brings something new in Maastricht. Spring blossoms the city once again. Just what we need; the colour and warmth that will bring us together.

Maastricht awaits

Maastricht has plenty to offer from a boat trip on the Meuse or a historical walk through the city. You can also go on a shopping spree or indulge your culinary interests. There is plenty to do and see; Maastricht has a lot of time and space to offer to people of all ages. You can explore the city in your own way and at your own pace.

Do it yourself

You can discover the city on your own. We have some helpful tips so that you can discover the city in your own way. If you lose your way, don’t worry! In Maastricht, you can always find your way back.

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Combine gastronomic delights and shopping days-out

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Culinary

Combine gastronomic delights and shopping days-out

Spending a day shopping in Maastricht? Then you probably feel like settling down for a nice lunch somewhere in between! Especially for you, we have listed the best lunch spots that are just a little bit different from your average lunch spot.

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10x gift shops in Maastricht

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Shopping

10x gift shops in Maastricht

Looking for an original gift? Then you have plenty of choice in Maastricht. We tell you where in the city you will always succeed in finding a nice present.

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Seven places to shop sustainably in Maastricht

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Shopping

Seven places to shop sustainably in Maastricht

Do you love shopping, but want to do it in a sustainable and ethical way? Then Maastricht is the right place for you. For almost everything you need in life, from dresses to furniture and from plants to local produce, you’ll find lots of sustainable optio

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10 hidden gems in Maastricht

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Holiday

10 hidden gems in Maastricht

Rolling vineyards, azure blue water, underground passages, and drinks on the water. There’s no need to go abroad because you’ll find all of this in Maastricht! In this post, we tell you about ten hidden gems in Limburg’s charming capital.

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Discover: the favourite performing arts hotspots of director Zorba Huisman

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Culture

Discover: the favourite performing arts hotspots of director Zorba Huisman

Maastricht has nurtured a lot of big talents in the area of music, theatre, and art.

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Stroll past architectural hotspots designed by locals

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Architectuur

Stroll past architectural hotspots designed by locals

Discover the historic favorites of architect Nicole Maurer.

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In search of the highlights of the Maastricht Treaty

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Europe in Maastricht - Historie

In search of the highlights of the Maastricht Treaty

Maastricht is the place where Europe changed forever, with the signing of the Treaty on European Union in February 1992. Spread across the city are a number of sites that are a reminder of this historic event. Explore them on this walk!

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Love to shop local in Maastricht

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Shopping

Love to shop local in Maastricht

Local businesses: you will find them everywhere in Maastricht. And we’re certainly fortunate in this respect! Local businesses tend to offer the best products, after all. You often find these hidden gems at unexpected locations throughout the city.

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Italy in Maastricht part 2

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Europe in Maastricht

Italy in Maastricht part 2

Maastricht may be the most Italian city in the Netherlands, and this time Saskia will show you Italian locations in the Jekerkwartier district and Maastricht’s historic city centre.

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Portraits from here / 1955-1966 by Frans Grummer
Portraits from here / 1955-1966 by Frans Grummer
until 16 April
This exhibition does not tell a story. Rather, it is a facade of four thousand windows, with a person...
Guided Tours of the North Caves | Maastricht Underground
Guided Tours of the North Caves | Maastricht Underground
until 31 December
Do you dare go underground? Go exploring in the caves below the St. Pietersberg hill.
Restoring Ferdi
Restoring Ferdi
until 4 June
Live restoration in the gallery: works of art by Ferdi
Expositie Toppers in Ut Glaashoes
Expositie Toppers in Ut Glaashoes
29 March, 30 March and 6 more days
The artists of studio Ut Glaashoes have worked hard (and were fortunately able to continue working during...
Hrair Sarkissian: The Other Side of Silence
Hrair Sarkissian: The Other Side of Silence
until 14 May
The first retrospective of one of the leading conceptual photographers of our time
City tour: The Historic heart of Maastricht (start Centrum)
City tour: The Historic heart of Maastricht (start Centrum)
until 31 December
This tour is the most popular and best known in Maastricht, and for good reason. One route joins together...
Winter concert André Rieu
Winter concert André Rieu
16 and 17 December
Experience an enchanting Christmas concert in André Rieu's hometown!

Are you interested in hearing about fun news from Maastricht? Do you need some positivity? It always feels like summer in Maastricht! Our newsletter is published every two weeks and is filled with inspiring content, things to do, and culinary experiences in the city to wow you. It’s great for people who are staying at home and those who are heading out as well as for all ages.

The Mestreechter Geis statue
The Mestreechter Geis statue
Het Bat 1
6211 EX Maastricht
Maastricht
"The character of the people of Maastricht has been shaped by a long history encompassing many influences from beyond the city's walls. Nobody can capture this character in a single definition.
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Basilica of Our Lady
Basilica of Our Lady
Onze Lieve Vrouweplein 7
6211 HD Maastricht
Maastricht
The spot where the Basilica of Our Lady now stands was the site of a small church as early as the fifth century AD. This was probably the oldest Christian church in the Netherlands and may have been built on top of the remains of a Roman temple.
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Helpoort
Helpoort
St. Bernardusstraat 24 b
6211 HH Maastricht
Maastricht
Hells Gate is part of the original city wall, built after Henry I, Duke of Brabant, gave permission for its construction in April 1229. It is the only remaining city gate in Maastricht and the oldest city gate in the Netherlands.
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Sint Pieters hill
Sint Pieters hill
St Pieter
Maastricht
Maastricht
Sint Pieters hill
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Minckelers and the flame
Minckelers and the flame
Markt
6211 CH Maastricht
Maastricht
Statue of Minckelers.
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Maastricht Visitor Center
Maastricht Visitor Center
Binnenstad
Kleine Staat 1
6211 ED Maastricht
Binnenstad, Maastricht
The Maastricht Visitor Center is located in the Dinghuis in Maastricht, a building with a long history.
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Market square
Market square
Binnenstad
Markt 1
6211 CH Maastricht
Binnenstad, Maastricht
Markt is a square in the heart of Maastricht. It takes its name from the goods markets that have been held here for centuries.
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Het Bat
Het Bat
Het Bat
6211 EX Maastricht
Maastricht
Bat’ used to be an old southern Dutch word for a mooring place or a quay reinforced with wood. As an example, you can still find a location called ‘Quai de la Batte’ in Liège.
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The Sphinx passage
The Sphinx passage
Boschstraat 23 b
Maastricht
Maastricht
The Sphinx passage is a 120-metre-long tiled and covered passageway connecting the Eiffel building with the Pathé cinema.
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Fort Sint Pieter
Fort Sint Pieter
Luikerweg 80
6212 NH Maastricht
Maastricht
You are sure to enjoy both the view from the fort and the stories told by your guide, mixing history with anecdotes and humour. The fort dates from around 1700 and is largely still intact, with parts recently restored.
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