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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The city hall, built over the years 1659-1664 under the guidance of master architect Pieter Post, has...
The city hall, built over the years 1659-1664 under the guidance of master architect Pieter Post, has a tower dating from 1684 and a carillon with 49 bells that is still regularly played.
Show detailsvan The City HallWith 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 Meuse‘Schuilen in Maastricht’ (Shelter in Maastricht) is located in one of the galleries of the Kazematten...
‘Schuilen in Maastricht’ (Shelter in Maastricht) is located in one of the galleries of the Kazematten underground bunker complex. This museum is devoted to the shelters created in Maastricht during World War II and the Cold War.
Show detailsvan Air-raid shelter museumSince the autumn of 2006, you can find the unique Dominicanen bookshop (previously Selexyz Dominicanen...
Since the autumn of 2006, you can find the unique Dominicanen bookshop (previously Selexyz Dominicanen and Polare Maastricht) in the centuries-old Dominicanenkerk (Dominican church) in Maastricht.
Show detailsvan Dominicanen bookshopThe 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 FrontenparkOn the eastern flank of the St. Pietersberg hill (overlooking the Meuse), lies a very special and valuable...
On the eastern flank of the St. Pietersberg hill (overlooking the Meuse), lies a very special and valuable point of interest: the Lichtenberg Castle ruins. It is undoubtedly the oldest castle ruin in the Netherlands...
Show detailsvan Ruïne LichtenbergArthur Spronken’s horse torsos reveal the dynamic of the body.
Arthur Spronken’s horse torsos reveal the dynamic of the body.
Show detailsvan Amazon on horsebackThe 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 CellebroederskapelStatue of Minckelers.
Statue of Minckelers.
Show detailsvan Minckelers and the flameMarkt 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 squareAfter being closed for a long time, the decision was made on 5 October 2017 to reopen the ENCI quarry...
After being closed for a long time, the decision was made on 5 October 2017 to reopen the ENCI quarry to the public.
Show detailsvan ENCI quarryWhether for a romantic picnic, a culinary event, a jog or workout, or just a relaxing stroll, Maastricht's...
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.
Show detailsvan City parkOn Maastricht's grandest square, you'll find the impressive and monumental Sint Servaasbasiliek (Basilica...
On Maastricht's grandest square, you'll find the impressive and monumental Sint Servaasbasiliek (Basilica of St. Servatius).
Show detailsvan Basilica of St. Servatius and TreasuryVALKENBURG COAL MINE "THE BLACK GOLD" Discover the world of coal mining in a mysterious “underground”...
VALKENBURG COAL MINE "THE BLACK GOLD" Discover the world of coal mining in a mysterious “underground” environment.
Show detailsvan Coal mine ValkenburgThe former provincial government building of Limburg, located in the historic centre of Maastricht.
The former provincial government building of Limburg, located in the historic centre of Maastricht.
Show detailsvan Old GovernementThe Onze Lieve Vrouweplein square is in the centre of Maastricht. The square is in the oldest part of...
The Onze Lieve Vrouweplein square is in the centre of Maastricht. The square is in the oldest part of the city within the late Roman castellum.
Show detailsvan Onze Lieve Vrouwe 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 AcademieHells 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 HelpoortThis is the oldest bridge in the Netherlands that is still standing; however, Maastricht once had a bridge...
This is the oldest bridge in the Netherlands that is still standing; however, Maastricht once had a bridge that was built even before 1289 AD.
Show detailsvan St Servatius Bridge (Sint Servaasbrug)On the initiative of the province of Limburg and the municipality of Maastricht, the Europe Monument...
On the initiative of the province of Limburg and the municipality of Maastricht, the Europe Monument was erected to mark the tenth anniversary of the Maastricht Treaty.
Show detailsvan Stars of EuropeBetween 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 CasematesBat’ used to be an old southern Dutch word for a mooring place or a quay reinforced with wood. As an...
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.
Show detailsvan Het BatThe station building of Maastricht.
The station building of Maastricht.
Show detailsvan Maastricht’s Train Station Building