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by ger4444 Kayaking on the river Maas, on the borderline between Holland and Belgium, means relaxing in free nature, between meadows, fields and small villages. The route is quite ok, relaxing moments and speeding up. There's no ship-traffic on the route and there are no locks on the section. If you want to rest you simply get ashore, there are many pubs along the route. (you wear a life-jacket so you can have those beers). There are 2 routes one is 21 km the other is 11 km. Costs: 12,50 euro for a single, 20 euro for a double. A reservation is recomanded, the excact location from which the route starts depends on whether you choose the long or shorter one. You will have to contact the number below to get the details
wearing a tuxedo will actually be necesarry. But if you prefer water-proofed clothes that is ok. there are changing rooms. Life jacket and all the other equipement (like, f.e. a boat,) is of course included. Leave a Comment Theme: Kayaking/CanoeingPhone: 003289717390
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A wall for climbing in several degrees of difficulty.
you get your equipment from the organistation Leave a Comment Theme: ClimbingAddress: Dousbergerweg 10Phone: 3433466Directions: Busline "Dousberg"
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Although it was great to wake up early on Queen's Day to run with my husband through the old city center while the rest of the city slept, the uneven cobblestones were hard on my feet and ankles. A better spot to run is the path on the east side of the Maas River that runs south from Charles Eyckpark. Theme: OtherAddress: Maaspuntweg, just south of pedestrian/cycle bridge
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Of course you want to do some sport that u wont be able to do elsewere: so that is mountainbikking in the old caves. You will get all your equipment when you buy a ticket. Then you go into the deep dark caves on your bike and explore them by crossing the tunnels up and down. Of course there will be a guide to look that you wont get lost! Leave a Comment Theme: OtherAddress: contact VVV Valkenberg or VVV MaastrichtPhone: 043-6098600Directions: Take the train to Valkenberg (its about 20 minutes by train) But first make a reservation: see number below
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 Landelijke Fietsroute by pieter_jan_v Maastricht is at one of the Dutch countrywide bicycle routes. The 3A route follows the Maas river.
A bicycle with 7 or more gears. Leave a Comment
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 A church next to (or behind) a house. by Jerelis Before we visited Maastricht we already had a look at the internet. As we are from The Netherlands we are used to doing a lot by foot and we were pleasantly surprised that Maastricht is a city in which everybody walks and you're truly able to explore all the sights by foot. Our two feet were our best friends and therefore we were able to enjoy all the fascinating scenery Maastricht had to offer. While most tour guides don't recommend getting lost in the majority of cities, Maastricht is the place to get hopelessly lost for a day. Winding alleyways leading to hidden squares, undiscovered culinary treats and cultural surprises. Maastricht is studded with hidden gems - taken for granted by the locals, but waiting to be discovered by visitors. Leave the beaten track to others, and discover what Maastricht is really like, Maastricht as the locals know it. Take time to meander - losing yourself in the maze of alleys, streets and lanes is one of Maastricht's principal pleasures. Throughout the most beautiful spots in historical centre of the city we saw the curious mixture of architectural styles at the Stokstraat district, the Onze Lieve Vrouweplein square and Basilica, the city ramparts, the parks, the Jeker district and the Vrijthof with the monumental Church of Saint John and the Basilica of Saint Servatius. The streets wind and wander with no discernible order or object with a great selection of taverns where we had our lunches and by the end of the day had a nice cold beer or rose.
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 Patricia hikes her way up this beautiful lane. by Jerelis Both Patricia and I have visited quite some Dutch cities over the years, but maybe there is nothing like Maastricht. Maastricht is located in The Netherlands, and yet it is a culture unto itself. Shaped by successive waves of foreign invasions, Maastricht retains a cosmopolitan European feel. People play chess on the recently restored Markt (Market Square) with its striking 17th-century town hall, young couples twine hands over a cup of latte at the the distinctly Onze Lieve Vrouweplein and the centuries old city walls are flanking the town. Time to explore it! We can honestly state that the best way to explore Maastricht is by foot and the second best way is also by foot! Besides giving you the opportunity to roam the narrow streets and the cosy squares, it is the quickest way too. If you really want to, you can cross the city in approximately 45 minutes. Remember that sometimes it might be quicker (and nicer!) to take a few short-cuts into picturesque alleys instead of following the masses of tourists. Most people try to rush Maastricht on a budget so they end up missing some of the highlights in a whirlwind. The key to seeing Maastricht properly is a game plan, you must know what you want to see before setting out.
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 some Maastricht churches by cadzand I love strolling through Maastricht. Thanks to Roy (Imaniac) who was our first-class guide, we made a lovely walk through and around the old city centre. As I'm not able to give you the whole itinerary, I've found a description of a perfect sightseeing walk on this page (only in dutch, but maybe you could follow by the street names). Maybe some day, if I have time left, I'll translate it for you :)) walk through the old city The picture shows some of the different church towers in the old city. It has been taken from the bridge for pedestrians, which crosses the Maas river and connects the new part of Maastricht with the old one, Leave a Comment Theme: Hiking
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by ger4444 At the river Maas there are plenty opportunities for fishing sports. you can fish on freshwater fish as well as on barbel and carps. The VVM (the association for fishers) gives tourists the opportunity to fish.
you hire the equipment at the VVM Leave a Comment Theme: OtherAddress: Tourist Info, Kleine straat 1Phone: 3252121Directions: Vrijthof-kleine staat
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by ger4444 During the whole year ballooning is possible. It give you the freedom of flying like a bird. the activity is organised in cooperation with Euregio ballooning and Bollonteam Fredair.
No special gear needed. just have a coat for the cold air. Leave a Comment Theme: OtherAddress: Tourist Info, Kleine straat 1Phone: 3252121Directions: Vrijthof-kleine straat
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