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Travel Tips & Discover Maastricht
Make the most of your week in MaastrichtMaastricht is compact, elegant, and easy to navigate. Whether you’re walking to dinner, cycling along the river, or exploring historic streets after the sessions — the city invites you to slow down and enjoy.
Getting Around: The Dutch Way
Maastricht is a true walking city. Most highlights, restaurants, and meeting spots are within 10–20 minutes on foot.
Prefer two wheels? Cycling is the Dutch way — and one of the best ways to experience the city.
- Bike rental: OV-fiets (available at train stations)
- Aondestasie Maastricht: www.aondestasie.nl
- Bike rental via your hotel — many hotels offer bicycles for guests or can arrange rentals nearby.
Public buses are efficient and electric, and taxis are widely available throughout the city.
Explore Maastricht
Maastricht is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, with Roman roots and a strong European identity.
- Vrijthof Square & Basilica of Saint Servatius
- Helpoort – the oldest city gate in the Netherlands
- St. Pietersberg caves & panoramic viewpoints
- Meuse river walks and cycling routes
- Day trips to Belgium or Germany (20–40 minutes away)
Many attendees choose to extend their stay and explore the region.
A Sustainable City
Maastricht is committed to climate neutrality by 2030, promoting sustainable mobility, energy transition, and compact urban planning.
The city’s walkability and cycling culture align naturally with the values of long-term digital sustainability.
Visa & Invitation Letters
The Netherlands is part of the Schengen Area.
EU citizens may travel freely. Non-EU visitors may require a Schengen visa depending on nationality.
Please consult the official Dutch government website:
Official invitation letters can be provided after registration. Please contact conf@plone.org if needed.