Maastricht

Maastricht is a compact, international city in the heart of Europe. For generations, the city has attracted students, researchers, entrepreneurs and professionals from home and abroad. This international character is evident everywhere: at the university, in the many knowledge institutions, in the workplace and on the streets. At the same time, Maastricht feels manageable and personal. Thanks to its compact city centre and short distances, amenities, culture and nature are always close at hand.

Maastricht’s international outlook dates back a long way. Thanks to its location at the crossroads of the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany, the city developed into a place where trade, cultures and ideas converged. In 1992, the Maastricht Treaty was signed here, marking a significant step in European cooperation and laying the foundations for the introduction of the euro.

Europe continues to play an important role in the city today. Maastricht University is one of the most international universities in Europe and attracts students from over a hundred countries. In addition, various international and European organisations are based in Maastricht, including the European Institute of Public Administration (EIPA), the European Journalism Centre (EJC) and the European Centre for Development Policy Management (ECDPM). Together, they contribute to an international environment in which work is carried out on a daily basis to address social issues with a European and global impact.

Over 125,000 residents
More than 20,000 students
One of Europe’s most international universities
Home to the Brightlands Maastricht Health Campus
Place where the Maastricht Treaty was signed
Host city for international events such as TEFAF and the Dutch Dance Days

Collaboration and networking

Maastricht is an international knowledge city where education, research and health innovation are closely intertwined. Centred around Maastricht University, Maastricht UMC+ and the Brightlands Maastricht Health Campus, researchers, businesses and healthcare professionals are working together on solutions for healthier living, prevention and better care. This collaboration attracts talent from home and abroad and contributes to an environment in which new ideas are quickly put into practice.

Many people live in one of the surrounding municipalities and commute to Maastricht daily for work, study or leisure. Conversely, residents of Maastricht often seek out the peace and quiet, nature and open spaces found elsewhere in the region. Thanks to the short distances and good transport links, the whole region is easily accessible and the various towns complement one another.