Maastricht is waiting for you

Summer in Maastricht

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.

At your own pace
At your own pace

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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Discover the highlights
Discover the highlights

Is it your first time in Maastricht? A wonderful time awaits you. Visit monumental landmarks, delve into the city's historical tales, and discover hidden gems.

Experience Maastricht
What's on the agenda?
What's on the agenda?

Admire an exhibition, enjoy live music, go on a guided tour, or spontaneously explore a food truck festival. The events calendar is always filled with the best activities and events.

Discover the events calendar

Out and about with a guide

Dive into the history of unique locations, discover hidden gems, and taste the finest local dishes. An Official Maastricht Guide will show you the way.

Go to guided tours

Complex Festival 2024 Day 1
Complex Festival 2024 Day 1
Saturday 27 July
Saturday of Complex Festival 2024! Large-scale outdoor festival with several stages in the Geusseltpark,...
Alevtina Kakhidze: Windows, signs of peace
Alevtina Kakhidze: Windows, signs of peace
until 31 August
This exhibition presents works by Alevtina Kakhidze, addressing themes such as identity, the Russo-Ukrainian...
Stanley Donwood and Tom Yorke: Maps of the New World
Stanley Donwood and Tom Yorke: Maps of the New World
until 8 December
Immerse yourself in a new world where art forms intersect. Stanley Donwood and Thom Yorke: Maps of the...
Tour of Zonneberg including Museum (and Night Watch)
Tour of Zonneberg including Museum (and Night Watch)
until 5 January 2025
During this tour, the guide takes you to a "museum," deep within the cave system of the Zonneberg Caves.
Borrel Noten '24
Borrel Noten '24
until 18 August
Enjoy around thirty free concerts from 24 July to 18 August, Wednesday through Sunday (with additional...
To the film at Lumière
To the film at Lumière
weekly
With more than 300 films each year, there's plenty to choose from.
Wine tasting and guided tour at Thiessen Wine Merchants
Wine tasting and guided tour at Thiessen Wine Merchants
weekly
Discover the magnificent wine cellars and the beautiful historic building on the Grote Gracht, followed...
Guided tour Museum of the Art of Printing
Guided tour Museum of the Art of Printing
until 28 December
Discover the story of the famous poster Moulin Rouge, La Goulue 1892 , the Regout Printing Establishment...
Who the Hell is Ted Noten?
Who the Hell is Ted Noten?
until 31 August
Ted Noten returns to Maastricht after 40 years, where his career as an artist began. In July and August,...
Matgorzata Mirga-Tas: This is not the end of the road
Matgorzata Mirga-Tas: This is not the end of the road
until 16 February 2025
Matgorzata Mirga-Tas' first Dutch solo exhibition is a first of its kind. At the centre is the series...
Isaac Julien: What Freedom Is To Me
Isaac Julien: What Freedom Is To Me
until 18 August
Isaac Julien (London, 1960) is a pioneer in video and installation art. Since the '80s, he crafts impressive...
Tour and tasting at Brouwerij Bosch
Tour and tasting at Brouwerij Bosch
until 1 February 2025
Experience Brouwerij Bosch, founded in 1758, during a guided tour with a cozy tasting.
Alison Jackson | Truth is Dead
Alison Jackson | Truth is Dead
until 15 September
A high-profile exhibition by British photographer and filmmaker Alison Jackson. The exhibition 'Truth...
Guided Tour North Caves incl. The Vault | Maastricht Underground
Guided Tour North Caves incl. The Vault | Maastricht Underground
until 5 January 2025
Discover more of the famous North Caves; you will also visit national storage location no. 9, better...
Dream On
Dream On
until 30 March 2025
This exhibition explores a new lineage in the Bonnefanten collection and contemporary art. Old folklore,...
Experience the Bonnefanten Museum
Experience the Bonnefanten Museum
weekly
Expand your knowledge with a guided visit to Limburg's premier art museum. The museum showcases a blend...
Exhibition ''New Land''
Exhibition ''New Land''
until 25 August
This exhibition 'New Land' focuses on drawings that Heinrich Hüsch made on nautical charts of the Dutch...
Working with marl
Working with marl
weekly
Limburg marl is an easy and enjoyable workable stone that you can transform into a beautiful piece with...
Antiques and collectibles market & flea market
Antiques and collectibles market & flea market
weekly
It’s always fun to rummage around the collection of antiques, collectibles, books, and furniture on Markt...
Private Tour Fortifications
Private Tour Fortifications
until 28 February 2025
The military history of the oldest fortified city in the Netherlands comes to life during this unique...
Tour and tasting at the De Apostelhoeve vineyard
Tour and tasting at the De Apostelhoeve vineyard
until 29 January 2026
This Burgundian program is an absolute must for both the real wine connoisseur and the occasional drinker!
De Kadefeesten
De Kadefeesten
until 28 July
Annual musical event with great ambience along the banks of the Meuse, featuring top performers.
Guided tour through Fort Sint Pieter | Maastricht Underground
Guided tour through Fort Sint Pieter | Maastricht Underground
until 5 January 2025
Step back in time and experience history during a tour of Fort St. Pieter.
Dinnercruise
Dinnercruise
until 29 January 2026
Depart from the quay in Maastricht and experience a Burgundian cruise on the Maas, while enjoying the...

10 inspiring interior design shops in Maastricht

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Culinary

10 inspiring interior design shops in Maastricht

Your house truly becomes a home with a decor that suits you. The interior shops in Maastricht offer something for everyone. Curious about which shops you should definitely visit? Find out here.

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Santé: Sipping cocktails in Maastricht

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Culinary

Santé: Sipping cocktails in Maastricht

Negroni, Mojito or an Espresso Martini? Your choice of cocktail says a lot about you. Whatever you drink, you can indulge yourself in Maastricht. From a speakeasy (hidden behind a secret door) to a bar located on the bustling market.

Cocktail adventure awaits you!
Starred and gourmet restaurants in Maastricht

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Culinary

Starred and gourmet restaurants in Maastricht

Discover Maastricht's culinary treasures: French finesse, Thai flavour explosions and exotic fusion. Sample seasonal, local ingredients and global delicacies. Six starred restaurants, four Bib Gourmand ratings. A tasty adventure!

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Evening entertainment in Maastricht

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Events

Evening entertainment in Maastricht

Stroll along the river Meuse, enjoy cosy terraces, feast on local delicacies, and be absorbed by live music and theatre. Maastricht is bustling in the evening, too. Quickly discover where your evenings in Maastricht could take you.

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The 6 best workspaces in Maastricht

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Maastricht loves local

The 6 best workspaces in Maastricht

Instead of from home or in the office, why not work from a flexible workspace in the city? You have a variety of options in Maastricht. From a cosy cafe to a trendy work hub! Here’s a few recommended places where you can enjoy yourself while working.

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Wellness and spa near Maastricht

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Holiday

Wellness and spa near Maastricht

Enjoy relaxation in the South Limburg hills: sauna, outdoor pool, massages, beauty products, yoga. Luxury wellness centres with natural and historical features, high-quality facilities to compare with international names. Discover more here!

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Wonderful world of wines in Maastricht

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Culinary

Wonderful world of wines in Maastricht

If you were to think of sprawling vineyards, the south of France would probably instantly come to mind. But did you know that Maastricht also has countless wineries and vineyards? Yes, really! The city also owes its eternal joie de vivre to them.

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The best places in Maastricht for refreshing, non-alcoholic drinks

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Culinary

The best places in Maastricht for refreshing, non-alcoholic drinks

With summer very much upon us, we’re all in the mood for an al fresco drink. Let’s enjoy the sun and the foodie heaven that is Maastricht with a refreshing, non-alcoholic drink! Here are some of the best places to go to.

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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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Vintage shopping in Maastricht

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Shopping

Vintage shopping in Maastricht

Vintage clothes shopping has never been as popular as it is now. Alongside the fact that ‘fashion cycling’ is good for the environment, vintage clothes are often much more unique than the items you’ll find in high-street stores.

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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.

Hoge Brug bridge
Hoge Brug bridge
Plein 1992 1
6221 JP Maastricht
Maastricht
The Hoge Brug (in Maastricht dialect: Hoeg Brögk) is a bridge for cyclists and pedestrians that spans the Meuse in Maastricht.
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Vrijthof square
Vrijthof square
Vrijthof 1
6211 LE Maastricht
Maastricht
The heart of the city is home to the beautiful Vrijthof square. In the 19th century, Vrijthof square was given its current appearance: a paved square surrounded by trees. The wealthy bourgeoisie enjoyed takin strolls in this area.
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Basilica of St. Servatius and Treasury
Basilica of St. Servatius and Treasury
Vlakbij het Vrijthof
Keizer Karelplein 6
6211 TC Maastricht
Vlakbij het Vrijthof, Maastricht
On Maastricht's grandest square, you'll find the impressive and monumental Sint Servaasbasiliek (Basilica of St. Servatius).
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Passage to Wisdom
Passage to Wisdom
Grote Looierstraat 17
6211 JH Maastricht
Maastricht
Commissioned by Maastricht University’s Art and Heritage Committee, the late Bořek Šípek created ‘Passage to Wisdom’, the entrance to the university library on Grote Looiersgracht in the old city centre of Maastricht.
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Caves Zonneberg Sint Pietersberg
Caves Zonneberg Sint Pietersberg
Slavante 1
6212 NB Maastricht
Maastricht
If you're not afraid of the dark, you should visit the famous Caves of St. Pieter. In the course of centuries of marl quarrying, an underground labyrinth was created here with over 20,000 passageways.
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Monument to d’Artagnan
Monument to d’Artagnan
Aldenhofpark 4- 5
6211 LV Maastricht
Maastricht
The statue of d'Artagnan.
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The Meuse
The Meuse
Maastricht
Maastricht
With Maastricht being named after the river, you can imagine that this landscape feature plays an important part in the city’s identity.
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Coal mine Valkenburg
Coal mine Valkenburg
Daalhemerweg 31
6301 BJ Valkenburg
Valkenburg
VALKENBURG COAL MINE "THE BLACK GOLD" Discover the world of coal mining in a mysterious “underground” environment.
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Cellebroederskapel
Cellebroederskapel
Cellebroederstraat 4
6211 PK MAASTRICHT
MAASTRICHT
The five hundred year old late gothic Cellebroederschapel, formerly part of a much larger monastery, is a hidden gem in the center of Maastricht showing a unique vault with the original medieval paintings, beautiful chandeliers and a monumental organ.
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City park
City park
Stadspark
6211 JW Maastricht
Maastricht
Whether for a romantic picnic, a culinary event, a jog or workout, or just a relaxing stroll, Maastricht's city park (stadspark) really is a perfect place for everyone.
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