City break in Maastricht. Active leisure ideas for Maastricht - attractions, recreation and nightlife
In addition to traditional coffee shops, nightclubs and discos, Maastricht offers to its guests really many interesting ways of spending time. Thus, on the territory of the city are located countless fashion boutiques, which will undoubtedly please fans of shopping. In local shopping malls visitors can buy clothes and perfumes of the world's leading brands. Tourists will surely fall in love with local antique shops, which can be found literally on every street.
While walking around the city, you can discover most unusual and original gastronomic facilities. For example, Pakhoes restaurant offers to its guests most popular dishes from Dutch, French … Open
Of course, the southernmost city of Holland is distinguished by special national features. Its residents cherish the traditions and customs of their ancestors. You will understand this if … Open
If you came to Maastricht with children, then be sure that numerous entertainments are available for all family. Start knowing this city from having a walk through mysterious caves, have some rest in beautiful parks and explore every interesting museum. Your excursion program must start with a visit to the St. Pietersberg Caves. This type of excursion is suitable for school-age children. Small travelers will definitely like to walk through the mysterious corridors with a flashlight, as well as examine the paintings on the walls. Those who go to inspect the caves with their children, take into account the low-temperature underground, so it is necessary to take warm clothes.
Start your observation of the city from visiting Vrijthof Square, which is the location of two bright architectural constructions - Basilica of Sint Servaas and Yanskerk Church. These … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Maastricht and surroundings
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National and city parks around Maastricht
♥ National Park 'De Meinweg' , 43.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Groote Peel' , 53.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Maasduinen' , 86.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Loonse en Drunense Duinen' , 97.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Grenspark de Zoom - Kalmthoutse Heide' , 108.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Meinweg' , 43.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Groote Peel' , 53.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Maasduinen' , 86.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Loonse en Drunense Duinen' , 97.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Grenspark de Zoom - Kalmthoutse Heide' , 108.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Maastricht
♥ Amusement park 'De Valkenier' Valkenburg, 9.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Sprookjesbos Valkenburg' Valkenburg, 9.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Plopsa Indoor Hasselt' Hasselt, 25.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Kölner Tivoli' , 28.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Plopsa Coo' Stavelot, 52.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'De Valkenier' Valkenburg, 9.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Sprookjesbos Valkenburg' Valkenburg, 9.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Plopsa Indoor Hasselt' Hasselt, 25.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Kölner Tivoli' , 28.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Plopsa Coo' Stavelot, 52.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Maastricht
♥ Water park 'Molenheide' Houthalen-Helchteren, 33 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'AquaMundo Center Parcs Erperheide' Peer, 33.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Spa & Aquapark Turčianske Teplice' , 41.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'AquaMundo Center Parcs De Vossemeren' Lommel, 52.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquafun SunParks' Mol, 54.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Molenheide' Houthalen-Helchteren, 33 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'AquaMundo Center Parcs Erperheide' Peer, 33.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Spa & Aquapark Turčianske Teplice' , 41.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'AquaMundo Center Parcs De Vossemeren' Lommel, 52.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquafun SunParks' Mol, 54.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
Michelin-starred restaurants in Maastricht
♥ Restaurant 'Rozemarijn' Maastricht. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant '’t Plenkske' Maastricht. Type - Mediterranean cuisine. 0.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Harry’s' Maastricht. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Toine Hermsen' Maastricht. Type - Creative French. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'De Mangerie' Maastricht. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Rozemarijn' Maastricht. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant '’t Plenkske' Maastricht. Type - Mediterranean cuisine. 0.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Harry’s' Maastricht. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Toine Hermsen' Maastricht. Type - Creative French. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'De Mangerie' Maastricht. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Maastricht from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Abteiberg Museum
From the series “Famous buildings of Postmodern architecture”
Check on the map: Distance from Maastricht center - 64.1 km.
The building in which the museum is located today was designed by the famous Austrian architect Hans Hollein. The building built by him is characterized by a very complex structure. It has a large-scale underground part. As the architect notes, he sought to make the museum multidimensional and unpredictable, so that his visit turned into an exciting adventure. The museum moved to the current building in 1982. It became known all over the world for its large-scale collection of avant-garde art. …
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Bonnefanten Museum
From the series “Famous buildings of Postmodern architecture”
Check on the map: Distance from Maastricht center - 0.8 km.
Visitors to the museum will have the opportunity to see unique sculptures and paintings. Some works of art were created in the 13th century. The world's most extensive collection of works by medieval sculptor Jan van Steffeswert is kept in the museum. All the artistic masterpieces were created at the turn of the 15th-16th centuries. The collection of wooden sculptures is of particular interest. Priceless enamel and ivory jewelry are also kept in the museum. …
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Guide to your best city break in Maastricht - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Maastricht - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Maastricht?' disappears immediately.