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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Between 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 CasematesVisit 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 BoschWith 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 MeuseThis 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)Do you dare go underground? Not afraid of the dark? Go exploring in the caves below St. Pietersberg hill!...
Do you dare go underground? Not afraid of the dark? Go exploring in the caves below St. Pietersberg hill! No light, no sound, no smell, no radiation, no pollution, no mobile phone signal, no notion of time…
Show detailsvan North Caves St. Pieters hillAt the Blanche Dael roastery, located in the Sphinxkwartier, the fire is burning. Quite literally.
At the Blanche Dael roastery, located in the Sphinxkwartier, the fire is burning. Quite literally.
Show detailsvan Blanche Dael RoasteryOn 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 EuropeThe 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 bridge‘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 museumHells 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 HelpoortDiscover the wonders of perception at Museum of Illusions Maastricht! Step into a world where nothing...
Discover the wonders of perception at Museum of Illusions Maastricht! Step into a world where nothing is as it seems and be amazed by optical illusions, holograms, and interactive exhibits. A unique experience for all ages, where your senses are put to the test and your mind is surprised.
Show detailsvan Museum of Illusions MaastrichtOn 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 TreasuryThe statue of d'Artagnan.
The statue of d'Artagnan.
Show detailsvan Monument to d’ArtagnanThis southernmost part of the Netherlands, between Maastricht and Belgium, is almost un-Dutchly beautiful....
This southernmost part of the Netherlands, between Maastricht and Belgium, is almost un-Dutchly beautiful. Experience tranquility and nature's joy during a visit to this spot, just a stone's throw away from the city center.
Show detailsvan Sint Pieters hillCommissioned 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 WisdomOn 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 LichtenbergVALKENBURG 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 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 FrontenparkAfter 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 quarryThe spot where the Basilica of Our Lady now stands was the site of a small church as early as the fifth...
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.
Show detailsvan Basilica of Our Lady