Open up your world in Maastricht!

Where history meets innovation

Welcome to the most European city of the Netherlands. A compact, historic city with international appeal, right in the heart of Europe. Maastricht will charm you with medieval alleys, romantic squares and joie de vivre — and surprise you with its vibrant, innovative spirit. Home to a large student community, world-class research and pioneering science, it is a melting pot of knowledge and culture.

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Knowledge hub for Health and Life Sciences

At Brightlands Maastricht Health Campus, just minutes from the historic city centre, experts drive innovations in precision medicine, regenerative medicine and diagnostics, making Maastricht a knowledge hub for Health and Life Sciences. In the heart of this campus, right next to the academic hospital, the MECC Maastricht conference centre links world-class medical institutes with international events. With 6,000 hotel rooms and inspiring venues all within walking distance, Maastricht is where history meets innovation — and every event feels like a warm welcome.

Venues

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MECC Maastricht  

 

The Maastricht Exhibition and Conference Centre (MECC) is the go to venue to host your conference. This award winning venue seems big but all spaces are within less than a 1-minute walk from each other.

The main conference centre consists of three flexible, multifunctional floors. The floors are interconnected, allowing visitors to flow and spark social interaction. The MECC has been recently renovated and now shines with 55 breakout rooms with daylight.

* Total capacity of 5,000 participants
* Up to 4 conferences can be held simultaneously
* Over 55 breakout rooms
* 2 auditoria with up to 1,700 seats
* Multifunctional Expo Foyer of 2,500 sqm and up to 2,000 seats
* 30,000 sqm of exhibition space divided over 3 halls which can be connected

Interested to learn more? Take a virtual tour here.

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Château St Gerlach

 

Château St. Gerlach, a member of Relais & Châteaux, is located only a 10-minute drive from Maastricht. In the characteristic former monastery you will find beautiful hotel rooms and various restaurants. The adjacent Gerlach Pavilion and Manor House offer a multitude of possibilities for business meetings and events. The contemporary pavilion effortlessly blends with its historic backdrop and boasts three multifunctional meeting rooms, that can be used separately or combined, accommodating up to 750 people.

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Rebelle 

 

Rebelle is a unique event venue located in the 17th-century Augustinian Church in the city centre of Maastricht, on the banks of the River Meuse. A listed national monument, it combines a high ceiling and beautiful large windows with a creative contemporary touch. The space is ideal for receptions and festive celebrations, and can host up to 850 guests for a conference closing party. 

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Crowne Plaza 

 

Crowne Plaza Maastricht is a beautiful hotel on the banks of the River Meuse, offering fantastic views of the river and the historic city centre.  Its 174 rooms and suites comfortably host both small and large groups. With nine flexible meeting rooms, it’s easy to run conferences here up to 350 delegates.

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The Social Hub Maastricht 

 

Cutting-edge design was brought to a renovated ceramics factory to create The Social Hub Maastricht. Set in the emerging Sphinxkwartier, this hotel sits alongside other local cultural landmarks, like the Muziekgieterij concert hall and the Lumière arthouse cinema. And if you want to mix old with new, the historic centre of Maastricht is a scenic five-minute stroll away.

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Thiessen winery

 

Thiessen is the oldest wine shop in the Netherlands. Its beautifully restored wine cellars, right in the heart of Maastricht, instantly take you back several centuries. Taste a wide selection of excellent wines, some even dating back to the early 1900s. Next to tasting and selling, the shop hosts all kinds of events in its historic spaces and cellars. 

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Château Neercanne 

 


Defined by its culinary legacy, Château Neercanne brings innovative cuisine and five-star accommodation to the region. A member of Relais & Châteaux, the property is renowned for its Michelin-starred Restaurant Château Neercanne and Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded L’Auberge, alongside seven exclusive suites and the historic network of Marl Caves, ideal for large parties and celebratory gatherings.

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Hoogenweerth Castle Estate

 

The Hoogenweerth Castle Estate: a fairytale place, beautifully renovated, where the hospitality trade is conducted with love for the profession and specialty. The Castle stands out on the banks of the  river Meuse and the estate is surrounded by nearly 4 hectares of park gardens. Enjoy the luxurious hotel rooms, which are designed by various architects and designers such as Mathieu Bruls, Niels Maier, Rob Stahl and Black Label Designers.

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Delbrock 

 

Nestled amidst stately trees and a romantic pond, Delbrock shines as a monumental jewel near Maastricht. With its imposing allure, this venue offers the perfect setting for conferences, dinners, networking, and events in a naturally elegant ambiance.

Three historic halls and a bright reception with conservatoryprovide full flexibility for gatherings — from intimate dinners to lively receptions. The venue hosts up to 100 seated guests or over 200 standing. Surrounded by a 5.6-hectare park, Delbrock also invites outdoor activities.

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Ipanema 

 

Ipanema, the stylish café located along the river Meuse, offers a dynamic setting for events, dinners, and meetings — both indoors and outdoors. With catering options and the possibility to expand into elegant pavilion tents by the river, Ipanema provides a flexible and atmospheric venue. Located at the base of the iconic Bonnefanten Museum, it combines modern design with a vibrant setting that enhances any gathering.

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Van Oys Maastricht Retreat

 

Van Oys Maastricht Retreat, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, is a 5-star superior design hotel, just minutes from vibrant Maastricht. This refined retreat combines modern design with warm hospitality, offering 81 stylish rooms and suites across three buildings.

Guests can enjoy two restaurants, a wine bar, private dining areas, and a cooking studio. With eight multifunctional meeting and private dining rooms, Van Oys accommodates everything from board meetings to larger-scale events for up to 350 guests.

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Beaumont 

 

A beautiful boutique hotel, that’s located in a monumental building since 1912 in the elegant district Wyck. This district is also known as the ‘Petit Paris’ of Maastricht. The stylish rooms and common areas are modern whilst maintaining the character of the monumental building and respecting the past. On the ground floor, the hotel even has an outstanding restaurant called Harry's. Furthermore, Hotel Beaumont offers various facilities that are ideal for meetings, dinners, workshops, brainstorming sessions or other gatherings.

Over 5000 students at Maastricht University Faculty of Health & Life Sciences

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