THINGS TO SEE IN MAASTRICHT
Maastricht city is a university place on the southern tip of the Netherlands. There are many attractions in Maastricht Netherlands. Moreover the Maasricht city is distinguished by its medieval-era architecture and vibrant cultural scene.
Some of the main attractions in Maastricht Holland are the Gothic-style church Sint Janskerk and the Romanesque Basilica of St. Servatius. These house a significant collection of religious art. On the banks of the Maas River, bisecting the city, lies futuristic-looking Bonnefanten art museum which is also one of the main attractions in Maastricht city.
It is important to note that Maastricht city is located in the province of Limburg in the South of the Netherlands. The province of Limburg is a hilly province and also considered elevated for Dutch terms. The highest hill in the flat country of the Netherlands is located close to Maastricht city. It is called the three countries point. The three countries point is also one of the things to see in Maastricht. The three countries point border Belgium, Netherlands and Germany.
If you are having some extra time to visit the whole of the Netherlands, we would advise you to visit Maastricht as well. It is a city worth the visit. From the Randstad area, it is around 3 hours train ride to Maastricht. Choose from one of our tour packages in the Netherlands and we can help you to add Maastricht to it.
If in case you are visiting Belgium or Germany, Maastricht Netherlands can be a city worthwhile visiting. From Brussels, Dusseldorf, Antwerp or Wezel you can travel to Maastricht Holland within an hour on road. The inclusion of the Maastricht-Aachen airport brings a new mode of transport to the city by plane.
Maastricht Netherlands is also possible to be visited as a day trip city as well as a weekend outing. From many European cities, you can reach Maastricht city by plane. Thereafter you can visit other neighboring cities such as Eindhoven, Heerlen or Roermond.
HIGHEST POINT OF NETHERLANDS-THREE COUNTRY POINT
Three country point where Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany meet The point where border of Germany-Belgium-Netherlands comes together (Three-Country Point) is located on Vaalserberg (Mount Vaals). This is one of the thins to see in Maastricht.
THE CAVES IN VALKENBURG
Relive the stirring history of the many sieges, destructions and dominions of knights such as Walram de Rosse, Gosewijn, and the Dukes of Brabant, until the final destruction of the castle on 10 December 1672 at the hands of Stadtholder Willem III.The remains of the castle ruins have stood as a quiet reminder of the past.
ST. PETER'S CAVES
Saint Peter's Mount in Maastricht, a dozen or so kilometres from Heerlen, is one of the highest points in Holland. Over the centuries miners dug. Mount Saint Peter's limestone composition, its deposits of flint nodules and its geographic position make it a remarkable place. These days Mount Saint Peter is considered an important nature reserve, as well as an area for recreation and tourism. This is one of the attractions in Maastricht.
SHOPPING IN ROERMOND WAREHOUSE
Designer Outlet Roermond is a discount shopping mall located in south Netherlands. It offers 30-70% discounts and this designer outlet is located in Roermond, only 10 minutes from the German border and 30 minutes from Dusseldorf. The designer outlet is one of the main things to see in Maastricht.
SAINT PETER'S FORTRESS
Saint Peter's Fortress was built on St. Peter's Mount in the early 18th century. It's initial purpose was military, allowing the people of Maastricht to defend the city
NAIM/BUREAU EUROPA
Museum featuring exhibitions, workshops & lectures related to architecture & urbanism.
MUSEUM AAN HET VRIJTHOF
The Museum aan het Vrijthof is a museum of modern art and antiques in Maastricht, Netherlands.
MAASTRICHT WALKING TOURS
Discover Maastricht by foot. These are the walking tours in Maastricht that you need to keep in mind if you plan to visit Maastricht.
MAASTRICHT CRUISE
To Discover Maastricht in a very special way one should experience a cruise down the river 'De Maas'. On your way you will see the historical St. Servaas bridge.
GOUVERNEMENT ON THE MEUSE
On a little island in the Meuse, in the Randwyck district, you will find Limburg's Gouvernement Building. The modern building is more than just the Royal Governor's office. The design contains countless references to the local area and has space for over 1300 works of art. In the public space, you can admire temporary exhibitions.
CENTRE CERAMIQUE
Large, modern cultural center featuring a library, archaeological museum and events such as concerts.
CASEMATES OF MAASTRICHT
This network of underground passageways or mine galleries has played an important role in the history of Maastricht. One of the main attractions in Maastricht.
BISSCHOPSMOLEN
Water Mill Bisschopsmolen, Maastricht, is a 17th century corn mill located on Stenenbrug in the city of Maastricht. Visit the Bisschopsmolen in Maastricht and learn more about the old craft of baking bread. The grain is ground in the oldest working watermill in Holland.