Maastricht

Museums & galleries

Fort Eben-Emael

Fort Eben-Emael is a Belgian fortress between Liège and Maastricht that was once the largest of its kind in the world. It was the site of fierce fighting during World War II, and visitors can explore that history today.

Temples & religious sites

Basilica of Saint Servatius

The Basilica of Saint Servatius is a Romanesque church standing on Vrijthof Square in the heart of Maastricht. Alongside the Gothic Church of St. John right next to it, the two together offer a striking architectural contrast.

Museums & galleries

Bonnefanten Museum

This art museum in Maastricht holds works spanning from classical to contemporary periods. It's a great place to stroll at leisure and take in a wide range of art.

Temples & religious sites

Basilica of Our Lady

A Romanesque Catholic basilica in Maastricht's old town, dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Nicknamed "Star of the Sea," it makes a pleasant stop while wandering the old town.

Nature

Cauberg

A hill in the Limburg region of southern Netherlands, well known as the site of several cycling races. The roughly 1.2 km climb to the top draws cycling enthusiasts.

Castles & palaces

Valkenburg Castle

Valkenburg Castle is the only hilltop castle in the Netherlands, now a ruin with a distinctive atmosphere. It was once surrounded by a moat and is regarded as one of the country's major cultural heritage sites.

Temples & religious sites

Sint-Janskerk

A Gothic-style church on Vrijthof Square in the heart of Maastricht. It stands right next to the Basilica of Saint Servatius, making it easy to visit both together.

Nature

Dutch Hills

The Dutch Hills stretch across the southeastern Netherlands and are home to the country's highest point. In a mostly flat country, this is a rare place to hike or cycle through gently rolling terrain.