‘Magical Maastricht 2026' Pre-Tour IBTM

13 November 2026 - 16 November 2026

It’s almost time once again for Magical Maastricht! This three-day tour is a joint initiative by MECC Maastricht and the Maastricht Convention Bureau, designed for American and European associations to discover the city of Maastricht and explore the renewed MECC Maastricht conference centre. Experience the magic of Maastricht covered with festive lights, enjoy the hospitality and deepdive into Maastricht’s scientifc and innovative side. Meet the most European city of the Netherlands, where history meets innovation, luxury meets knowledge, fine dining meets future foods, and heritage meets science.

Maastricht City Centre Street In Winter

Program 13 – 16 November 2026

Friday 13 November

  • 09:00 – 11:30 Arrivals in Maastricht and check-in at Van der Valk Hotel Maastricht
  • 12:00 Lunch at leisure at Van der Valk Hotel Maastricht for early arrivals
  • 15:30 Visit to the Provincial Government Building and introduction to the Maastricht Treaty
  • 16:30 Private guided walking tour of Maastricht, including Vrijthof, Rebelle and Dominicanen Bookstore
  • 18:00 Welcome dinner at BOLD Rooftop, including a short welcome by Maastricht Convention Bureau
  • 21:00 End of programme

Saturday 14 November

  • 08:00 – 09:15 Breakfast at leisure
  • 09:30 Walk to MECC Maastricht
  • 09:45 Tour and presentation at MECC Maastricht, including conference halls, exhibition areas and meeting facilities
  • 11:20 Visit to Château St. Gerlach
  • 12:00 Educational workshop with UMIO
  • 13:30 Lunch at Burgemeester Quicx
  • 15:00 Free time at the hotel or in Maastricht
  • 18:00 Hosted dinner at Pakhoes with representatives from Maastricht Convention Bureau and the region
  • 21:00 End of programme

Sunday 15 November

  • 08:00 – 09:30 Breakfast at leisure
  • 10:00 Tour of the meeting facilities at Van der Valk Hotel Maastricht
  • 10:30 Guided tour of the Bonnefanten Museum
  • 11:15 Inspirational talk at Ipanema by Dr. Katleen Gabriels, Associate Professor in Philosophy and Ethics of Technology
  • 12:00 Local lunch experience at Ipanema
  • 13:15 Wine tasting and venue tour at Thiessen Wijnkoopers
  • 15:15 Visit to Rebelle
  • 15:30 Free time in Maastricht
  • 18:30 Closing evening at Castle Mheer, including welcome drinks, a venue tour and dinner with invited regional guests
  • 22:30 End of programme

Monday 16 November

  • 08:00 – 09:30 Breakfast at leisure and check-out
  • 10:00 Educational workshop and coffee at Maastricht University
  • 11:00 Departure to the airport
  • Group flight to Barcelona for IBTM World
 
Watch the recap of the 2024 tour! 

 

Can’t be there?

Can’t join us for the IBTM Pre-Tour or IBTM World 2026? We’ll make sure you don’t miss out!

Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date with the latest news, highlights and opportunities from Maastricht and our conference region.

Subscribe to our newsletter