Maastricht - The culinary hub of the Netherlands
Want to visit a beautiful historic city brimming with culture, creativity and welcoming charm? Then Maastricht is the ideal place for you. A hidden gem set amongst rolling hills, the capital city of Limburg exudes a unique ambience.
Discover Maastricht from the inside
A creative city
Maastricht is bursting with creativity and craftsmanship. Craft production was important to the economy for centuries, but today this student city is home to a thriving creative manufacturing industry, with clothing and product designers, jewellery makers and dedicated artists. Maastricht is an inspiring place where creative minds come together. You’ll find artisan and handmade creations in many locations throughout the city.
Exuberant Maastricht
Relax in the rolling hills of Limburg
Green tips in Maastricht
Stroll through the Sphinxkwartier
Another must-see in this district is the iconic Eiffel building, the former well-known Sphinx factory that’s now a vibrant national monument. It’s where you’ll find the Sphinxpassage, a 120-metre-long covered tiled passage, where almost 30,000 tiles map Maastricht's long history of ceramic production.
Enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner at the BOLD Rooftop bar on top of the Eiffel building, with a beautiful view over the city. Around the Eiffel building, the Sphinxkwartier is developing into a modern, bustling city district.
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