Maastricht, Netherlands

Maastricht

Medieval squares, a bookshop inside a church and caves under a hill.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Maastricht

Day 1

  1. MorningStart at the Vrijthof square and the bookshop inside the Dominican church.
  2. AfternoonWalk the old town walls and go into the caves of Sint-Pietersberg.
  3. EveningHave dinner and drinks on the Onze Lieve Vrouweplein.

Day 2

Day-trip to Valkenburg or across the border to Liège.

What to eat

Limburg vlaai, a fruit tart, and zoervleis, a sweet-sour stew.

Local tips

Make the most of Maastricht

Beat the crowds

The centre is busy on Saturdays and during the carnival. Weekday mornings are calm.

Best photo spot

The old town and the river Maas from the Sint Servaasbrug, one of the oldest bridges in the Netherlands.

Getting there

Trains connect with the rest of the Netherlands and with Belgium. The centre is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

The caves of Sint Pietersberg, old marl tunnels just south of the city.

Good to know

Maastricht has a more Burgundian, southern feel than the rest of the Netherlands. Carnival in February is a big street party.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Maastricht

Getting there

  • Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST)9 km away
  • Eindhoven Airport (EIN)70 km away
  • Aachen30 km away
  • Leuven70 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryNetherlands

Questions

Maastricht: good to know

Is Maastricht worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. Medieval squares, a bookshop inside a church and caves under a hill.

How many days do you need in Maastricht?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Maastricht?

You can visit all year. The centre is busy on Saturdays and during the carnival. Weekday mornings are calm.

How do you get to Maastricht?

The nearest airport is Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST), about 9 km away. Trains connect with the rest of the Netherlands and with Belgium. The centre is walkable.

What is there to see near Maastricht?

Nearby hidden places include Valkenburg (10 km), Aachen (29 km) and Hautes Fagnes (48 km).

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