Sightseeing in Maastricht - what to see. Complete travel guide
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The majority of popular tourist shops in Maastricht are located close to Vrijthof Square. You can find many popular clothes stores with frequent sales and various promotions, as well as …
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In Maastricht, travelers with children will find many wonderful entertainments. They can walk in mysterious caves, relax in beautiful gardens, and visit many interesting museums. Start your …
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Do not forget to visit the basilica itself,
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In Dutch Vrijthof means "enclosure" or "a courtyard outside a church". In Maastricht Vrijthof Square
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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 …
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This church has appeared on the site of the baptismal chapel of XIV century in front of the Basilica of St. Servatius. Over the years the church has grown and expanded. In 1632, the church
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Dominican Church
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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 …
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Markt van Maastricht, which is located alongside Vrijthof,
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Maastricht and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Maastricht
♥ Shopping area ' Stokstraat' Maastricht, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Wycker Brugstraat' Maastricht, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Kleine Staat' Maastricht, 0.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Grote Staat' Maastricht, 0.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Stokstraat' Maastricht, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Wycker Brugstraat' Maastricht, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Kleine Staat' Maastricht, 0.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Grote Staat' Maastricht, 0.4 km from the center. On the map
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Survived castles around Maastricht
♥ Castle 'Valkenburg castle' , 9.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Alden Biesen Castle' , 12.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Jansgeleen Castle' , 15 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Hoensbroek Castle' , 17.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Landsfort Heerlen' , 20.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Valkenburg castle' , 9.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Alden Biesen Castle' , 12.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Jansgeleen Castle' , 15 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Hoensbroek Castle' , 17.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Landsfort Heerlen' , 20.3 km from the center. On the map
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National and city parks around Maastricht
♥ National Park 'De Meinweg' , 43.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Groote Peel' , 53.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Maasduinen' , 86.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Loonse en Drunense Duinen' , 97.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Grenspark de Zoom - Kalmthoutse Heide' , 108.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Meinweg' , 43.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Groote Peel' , 53.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Maasduinen' , 86.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Loonse en Drunense Duinen' , 97.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Grenspark de Zoom - Kalmthoutse Heide' , 108.8 km from the center. On the map
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Art galleries in Maastricht and around
♥ Art museum 'Bonnefanten Museum' Maastricht, 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Bonnefanten Museum' Maastricht, 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Maastricht from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Abteiberg Museum
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Distance from Maastricht center - 64.1 km.
The year 1901 is considered the official date of the museum's foundation. It occupied several rooms in the city hall building for the first three years of its existence. The museum moved to the former Protestant school building in 1904. It was located there until 1925. The museum was moved to the Karl-Brandt House in 1926. It stayed there until 1944. This historic building was destroyed during the Second World War. So the museum had to find a new location. It was located in the Oskar-Kühlen-Haus building until 1982. The museum building is an outstanding architectural landmark of Monchengladbach today. …
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Aachen Cathedral
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Distance from Maastricht center - 28.4 km.
A lot of amazing legends relate to the cathedral. According to one of them, the money for the construction was donated by the Devil himself. In exchange, he wanted to take the soul of the first creature who will come to the finished cathedral. Local residents managed to outwit the devil. When the cathedral was completed, they let a wolf come first. A number of outstanding historical events are associated with the place. Here, 35 kings and 14 queens of the German Empire were enthroned. Today, the Aachen Cathedral is as majestic as hundreds of years ago. Once inside, it’s impossible to look away from artistic colorful stained-glass windows, marble walls and ceilings, incredible painting, and other items of decor. …
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New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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