Best things to do in Maastricht

Maastricht's Absolute Must-Sees

Maastricht’s history spans from Roman foundations to its role as a medieval religious center. This selection features the 13th-century Hell’s Gate, the Netherlands' oldest city gate, and the Romanesque Basilica of Our Lady. Architectural highlights include the red-towered Gothic Sint Janskerk and the Maasland Renaissance provincial house. Visitors can explore the 7,000 underground tunnels of St. Pietersberg, the still-functioning Bishop's Mill, and the arched stone Sint Servaasbrug, which dates back to the 13th century.

Maastricht's Absolute Must-Sees — Map

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Hell's Gate

This former city gate, dating back to 1229, is the oldest surviving city gate in the Netherlands.

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Sint Janskerk

This majestic church is an epitome of Gothic architecture. Its tall, half-red tower makes it the dominant of the city's skyline.

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St. Servatius Bridge

Sint Servaasbrug is an arched stone cyclist and pedestrian bridge across the river Meuse in Maastricht, Netherlands.

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Basilica of Our Lady

The Basilica of Our Lady is a Romanesque church in the historic center of Maastricht, Netherlands.

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Market Square

One of the two squares in the city where you can buy quality goods at weekly markets which are held here.

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Stokstraat

This street is known for its historical appearance, many monuments but also for being a heaven for the shopaholics.

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Bishop's Mill

The oldest still working watermill in Netherlands. Learn about the craft of milling and see how flour is made.

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Sint-Pietersbergwandelingen

Information maps for marked walking trails across the St. Pietersberg hill, connecting nature reserves with the historic fortress and limestone cave entrances.

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Bassin

This picturesque harbor comprises of cafés, restaurants, art galleries and offices. It is a peaceful place to stroll, especially at nights.

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City Park Maastricht

At the spot where D'Artagnan breathed his last, now stands a statue. Take a picture with it, and relax by the lake with lovely fountains.

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Gouvernement aan de Maas

The provincial house of Limburg is built in the local Maasland Renaissance style. Take a guided tour around and learn about the government.

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Kruisherenkerk

A 15th-century former Gothic monastery and church transformed into a designer hotel. The interior retains original architectural elements, including stained glass and ceiling frescoes.

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Treasury of the Basilica of Saint Servatius

The Treasury of the Basilica of Saint Servatius is a museum of religious art and artifacts inside the Basilica of Saint Servatius in…

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Mosae Forum

This modern shopping complex is made of glass, steel and stone - its interiors are quite interesting. And it's also a shopaholic heaven!

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Hoge Brug

The Hoge Brug is a pedestrian and cycle bridge that spans the Meuse in Maastricht, Netherlands.

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St. Pietersberg Grottoes

The whole Maastricht is undermined with lots of underground tunnels for the defensive purposes. Impressive network of 7000 routes.

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