Maastricht Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
Highlights
Maastricht
Private Tour
2 Hours
EASY
English, Dutch
Description
With origins lost in the mist of times, this important Dutch city has preserved its medieval architecture although having been ravaged by war through the centuries and enjoys today a vibrant and cosmopolitan scene.From the Roman times to the Treaty of Maastricht and the foundation of the European Union, there is much to get to know here.
Follow us to get a feel of what makes this city one of the quintessential European cities that have shaped the present and future of the continent as a Union.
Itinerary
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You will learn about:
Origins of the city by the Romans
Middle Ages and the Carolingian Empire
Legend of Saint Servatius
Religious wars of the 16th and 17th centuries
Economic turnaround in the industrial revolution
Napoleonic era
The Kingdom of the Netherlands and the hard integration of Maastricht
World War I: haven for refugees
World War II German occupation
Post-war
The Maastricht Treaty and the foundation of the European Union and the Euro
You will see:
City Hall (Stadhuis)
Street Market
Dominicans Church (Dominikanerkerk)
St.Servatius Church
Museum Aan Het Vrijthof
St.John Church (Sint-Janskerk)
Hendrik van Veldeke
Church of Our Lady (Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk)
Helpoort
Pieke oet de Stokstraot
Sint Servaasbrug
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.