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Maastricht is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, in the far south bordering Belgium and Germany, and so it has a Burgundian, continental-European feel unlike other Dutch cities. The Vrijthof and Markt squares buzz with outdoor cafes, ancient Romanesque churches, and the Selexyz bookshop set in a Gothic church reckoned the most beautiful in the world. The city is also famed for its food and pastries, a destination for food lovers, old-town strollers, and anyone who wants to experience the Netherlands in a different mood.
Why stay in Maastricht
Bookshop in a church
Boekhandel Dominicanen, a bookshop in a 700-year-old Gothic Dominican church, acclaimed as the most beautiful bookshop in the world.
Burgundian atmosphere
A Bourgondisch food-and-drink culture, squares full of cafes and restaurants, a relaxed southern-European feel you won't find in other Dutch cities.
Ancient Romanesque churches
The Basilica of Saint Servatius and the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwebasiliek, the oldest churches in the country, standing prominently in the medieval squares.
Caves and underground forts
A network of limestone tunnels in the Sint-Pietersberg hill and underground forts, dug over centuries, explored on guided underground adventures.
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Local dishes to try in Maastricht
- 1🥧
Limburg vlaai
Limburgse vlaai, a traditional fruit pie of the Limburg region with all kinds of fruit toppings, a must-try sweet with afternoon coffee.
📍 Old pastry shops - 2🍽️
Burgundian cuisine
A foodie city with Michelin-level restaurants and brasseries, focused on good ingredients in a relaxed French-Belgian atmosphere.
📍 Central squares - 3🍺
Local Limburg beer
Craft and regional Limburg beers, sipped at outdoor cafes around the squares, with the easy atmosphere of a southern city.
📍 Pubs and cafes - 4☕
Outdoor square cafes
Outdoor cafe terraces around the main squares, where sipping coffee and watching the old-town life is a defining part of Maastricht culture.
📍 Vrijthof & Markt
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Boekhandel Dominicanen
A bookshop in a medieval Dominican church, with bookshelves soaring to the Gothic ceiling, named the most beautiful bookshop in the world.
📍 City centre - 2⛪
Basilica of Saint Servatius
The oldest Romanesque church in the Netherlands, standing prominently by the Vrijthof square, with a priceless treasury of religious art.
📍 Vrijthof square - 3🟥
Vrijthof
A vast square at the heart of the city, ringed by churches and outdoor cafes, used for concerts and festivals throughout the year.
📍 City centre - 4🌉
Sint Servaasbrug
A medieval stone bridge over the Meuse (Maas), the oldest in the Netherlands, connecting the old town with the eastern-bank quarter.
📍 By the Meuse river - 5🕳️
Caves of Mount Saint Peter
Tens of thousands of limestone cave tunnels dug by people over hundreds of years. Visit on a guided tour to see wall paintings and wartime shelters.
📍 Outskirts
Things to do in Maastricht
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3 Maastricht hotels our team picked for you
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★ 9.4Upper-midMaison Haas Hustinx & Spa
Exceptional art-nouveau boutique for couples
★ 9.0Upper-midThe Social Hub Maastricht
Great-value lifestyle hub in the old town
★ 8.8Upper-midBoutique Hotel Beaumont Maastricht
Classic 1912 boutique by the station
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Kruisherenhotel Maastricht
Design hotel in a 700-year-old Gothic monastery
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🚆 Getting around Maastricht
Explore the old town on foot
The compact city centre has the squares, churches, bookshop and riverside all within walking distance, making it one of the most enjoyable cities to explore on foot.
Trains from the main cities
Maastricht station has direct trains to Amsterdam and Rotterdam, as well as cross-border to Belgium (Liege) and Germany.
Rent a bike
Cycle along the Meuse river and up the Sint-Pietersberg hill to see the countryside around the city. It's a very bike-friendly city.
Meuse river cruise
Boats cruise the Meuse from the city centre, showing the old bridges and city views, an easy afternoon option.
Where to go next near Maastricht
AmsterdamA capital of interlacing World Heritage canals, narrow waterside houses, world-class museums, and bicycles weaving everywhere across town.
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RotterdamEurope's largest port, rebuilt after the war with cutting-edge architecture, from the Cube Houses to the strikingly stylish indoor market.
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The HagueSeat of government and the International Court of Justice, a dignified seaside city with a top-class art museum and Scheveningen beach.
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LeidenThe country's oldest university town, birthplace of Rembrandt, with romantic canals and a world-class archaeology museum.
See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Maastricht
How is Maastricht different from other Dutch cities?+
It's in the far south bordering Belgium and Germany, so it has a Burgundian, continental-European feel, ancient Romanesque churches, and a food-and-drink culture unlike the canal cities of the north.
Is Maastricht worth it if you're short on time?+
It's about 2.5 hours from Amsterdam by train, so if you're short on time a day trip may not be worth it. Better to stay 1-2 nights or combine it with a Belgium-Germany trip.
What is the Maastricht Treaty?+
It's the treaty signed in this city in 1992 that officially founded the European Union (EU), which made the city's name known worldwide.
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