The 7 Best Historic Sites in Maastricht, Limburg Province

December 21, 2021 Jacquiline Darosa

Touching Belgium on its west and just a few miles from Germany to the east, Maastricht is the capital of Holland’s southernmost region, Limburg. A town rich in history and culture, Maastricht boasts two wonderful town squares: Vrijthof, with Sint-Servaas Church, Sint-Jan's Cathedral and many bars, cafes and restaurants; and Markt, home to the town hall and, on Wednesday and Friday mornings, a fantastic vendor market. The city’s Vestigingswerken, or old town fortifications, are another big draw.
Restaurants in Maastricht

1. Fort Sint Pieter

Luikerweg 80, 6212 NH Maastricht The Netherlands +31 43 325 2121 [email protected] http://www.maastrichtunderground.nl/eng
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4.5 based on 522 reviews

Fort Sint Pieter

Reviewed By Damarg - Luanda, Angola

Our guide, Willy, was a great source of information on the one hour + tour of the fort and it’s underground tunnels. It was really interesting to learn about the fort and its role in Maastricht’s history over the years. Great views over the city and surroundings.

2. Boekhandel Dominicanen

Dominicanerkerkstraat 1, 6211 CZ Maastricht The Netherlands +31 43 410 0010 https://www.facebook.com/Boekhandeldominicanen/timeline
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4.5 based on 2,729 reviews

Boekhandel Dominicanen

Reviewed By natalieav

Do not miss this book store, it will be an experience you will never have again. The cafe at the back of the store is a perfect place to pause your day and take in the wonderful tea, coffee and treats. I can’t even explain the feeling you get when you enter this ancient church which has been restored to be a fascinating book store with thousands of books, music, magazines and loads of wonderful trinkets. A must see! Side effect is, you end up in the heart of Masstricht, a world heritage site, you won’t regret this visit.

3. Kazematten - Linie van Du Moulin

Cabergerweg, 6217 SC Maastricht The Netherlands +31 43 343 3071 [email protected] http://www.maastrichtvestingstad.nl
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Na een korte bovengrondse rondwandeling over en door het hoge front en krijgt u een indruk hoe een dergelijk defensiesysteem er na ca. 250 jaar ongewijzigd uitziet. Vervolgens gaan we ondergronds en nemen u mee naar de mijngangen, luistergangen, communicatiekoepels en caponnières. Deze rondleiding is elke zaterdagochtend om 10.30 uur. Reserveren via de website.

4. Helpoort

Sint Bernardusstraat 24b, 6211 HL Maastricht The Netherlands +31 43 343 3071 [email protected] http://www.maastrichtvestingstad.nl
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4.0 based on 349 reviews

Helpoort

In de Helpoort is het VestingMuseum Maastricht gevestigd. Zeker aan te bevelen om te bezoeken. Ook voor vesting-rondleidingen en rondleidingen in de kazematten.

Reviewed By belgianguy1 - Bruges, Belgium

Beautiful and very well preserved/restored medieval city gate, it dates back to the 13th century...a great photo spot

5. Sint Janskerk

Vrijthof 24, 6211 LE Maastricht The Netherlands +31 43 325 2121 http://www.sintjanmaastricht.nl/
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4.0 based on 239 reviews

Sint Janskerk

Reviewed By HelenPearce - Veldhoven, The Netherlands

218 steps to the top but the views are amazing The Red Tower on the Vrifhof. Church is different and may be over shadow by the basilica next door. Lots of thing to look at Old but looks modern

6. 't Bassin

Bassin, 6211 AL Maastricht The Netherlands
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4.0 based on 102 reviews

't Bassin

Reviewed By lonsic - Phuket, Thailand

Great little port to visit with its cost cafes set near the water. The whole of Maastricht with its pedestrian walkways shops and cafes makes this city a must on the tourist agenda. Moreover the people who work her are exceptionally geared to treat the tourist in a welcoming manner. This city is very easy to walk and find your way around.

7. Dinghuis

Kleine Staat 1, 6211 ED Maastricht The Netherlands
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4.0 based on 26 reviews

Dinghuis

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