Past and present alternate in architecture, but certainly also in cultural offer. Colourful, traditional and typical Maastricht, but also mysterious, undiscovered, challenging and worldly-minded. From underground cultural treasures and characteristic towers, to lively and vibrant festivals, exhibitions and breathtaking performances.
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You are sure to enjoy both the view from the fort and the stories told by your guide, mixing history...
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.
Show detailsvan Fort Sint PieterBetween 1575 and 1825, a network of underground passageways or mine galleries was created on the western...
Between 1575 and 1825, a network of underground passageways or mine galleries was created on the western side of Maastricht. During times of siege, these tunnels were used to approach and surprise the enemy from under the ground.
Show detailsvan CasematesWith Maastricht being named after the river, you can imagine that this landscape feature plays an important...
With Maastricht being named after the river, you can imagine that this landscape feature plays an important part in the city’s identity.
Show detailsvan The MeuseThe Hoge Brug (in Maastricht dialect: Hoeg Brögk) is a bridge for cyclists and pedestrians that spans...
The Hoge Brug (in Maastricht dialect: Hoeg Brögk) is a bridge for cyclists and pedestrians that spans the Meuse in Maastricht.
Show detailsvan Hoge Brug bridgeSint Pieters hill
Sint Pieters hill
Show detailsvan Sint Pieters hillThe heart of the city is home to the beautiful Vrijthof square. In the 19th century, Vrijthof square...
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.
Show detailsvan Vrijthof squareThe Jan van Eyck Academie is an international post-academic institute for the visual arts. It is located...
The Jan van Eyck Academie is an international post-academic institute for the visual arts. It is located in a building that dates from the late ‘50s/early ‘60s,
Show detailsvan Jan van Eyck AcademieVisit a complete traditional brewery located in an industrial monument with a malthouse, brewery, bottling...
Visit a complete traditional brewery located in an industrial monument with a malthouse, brewery, bottling room, family house and tasting rooms. Every visit includes a tasting with two special beer and cheese.
Show detailsvan Brewery BoschThe five hundred year old late gothic Cellebroederschapel, formerly part of a much larger monastery,...
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.
Show detailsvan CellebroederskapelCentre Céramique is on Plein 1992 between the Wyck and Céramique districts.
Centre Céramique is on Plein 1992 between the Wyck and Céramique districts.
Show detailsvan Centre CeramiqueStatue of Minckelers.
Statue of Minckelers.
Show detailsvan Minckelers and the flameThe statue of d'Artagnan.
The statue of d'Artagnan.
Show detailsvan Monument to d’ArtagnanThis beautiful 13th century Gothic church contains an exceptional pulpit (1780), grave slabs and wall...
This beautiful 13th century Gothic church contains an exceptional pulpit (1780), grave slabs and wall paintings (1400) with Christian symbols, and a 70 m tall tower.
Show detailsvan Sint Jans churchAs the main market square (Markt) was too small, a number of smaller market squares sprung up in Maastricht....
As the main market square (Markt) was too small, a number of smaller market squares sprung up in Maastricht. Each one specialized in their own products. One such market specialized in buying and selling grain.
Show detailsvan The grain market (Graanmarkt)The station building of Maastricht.
The station building of Maastricht.
Show detailsvan Maastricht’s Train Station BuildingCommissioned by Maastricht University’s Art and Heritage Committee, the late Bořek Šípek created ‘Passage...
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.
Show detailsvan Passage to WisdomHells Gate is part of the original city wall, built after Henry I, Duke of Brabant, gave permission for...
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.
Show detailsvan Helpoort"The character of the people of Maastricht has been shaped by a long history encompassing many influences...
"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.
Show detailsvan The Mestreechter Geis statueMarkt is a square in the heart of Maastricht. It takes its name from the goods markets that have been...
Markt is a square in the heart of Maastricht. It takes its name from the goods markets that have been held here for centuries.
Show detailsvan Market squareThe Frontenpark is not your standard city park. You won't find a neatly laid out and maintained park,...
The Frontenpark is not your standard city park. You won't find a neatly laid out and maintained park, but an exciting and rugged piece of nature located in the heart of the city.
Show detailsvan The Frontenpark