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Maastricht has a lot to offer to its visitors and locals: parks, shopping, cultural events - and a very rich, unique history. Some of the city's highlights are iconic churches and monasteries. But did you know that many of these buildings are not spaces of worship anymore? They were repurposed and nowadays they host, for example, a library, a hotel, space for parties and even a private house! In this 45-minutes tour, we will present you to 5 emblematic buildings in Maastricht that were constructed as churches and monasteries. You'll get to know the stories of their constructions, the repurposes they had throughout the years and what are they used for nowadays. Put on comfortable clothes and sneakers, remember to bring your umbrella (it's the Netherlands) and come with us!

Take yourself on a journey and explore the modern-but-historical side of Maastricht! This audio tour aims to introduce you to the Sphinxkwartier, the old industrial area in the city of Maastricht. This place was once occupied by the Sphinx factories founded by Petrus Regout. This area has a particular significance because this is where the industrial revolution of the Netherlands started. Since the factories moved in 2006, the area has been redeveloped and the old industrial buildings have been transformed into contemporary individual spaces. Each track will introduce you to a different part of the old buildings and show you how the new business have preserved parts of the old factories and acknowledge the industrial heritage of the area, while introducing modern elements into their design.

The Sphinx area stands for a mixture of historic culture and modern culture of Maastricht. Through the audio, we reveal the dual role of Sphinx area, the industrial history and the newborn cultural area. Let's explore the Sphinx Area together!

Welcome to this unique audio guide tour “Take Me To Church” here in the heart of Maastricht. The tour covers five unique and multifaced churches of Maastricht that represent the new and the old, the traditional and the innovative sides of the city. The tour takes around 15 minutes and offers an experience for people interested in historical parts of the city as well as a truly unique adventure for young people interested in instagrammable places.

A location-based audio narrative exploring the religious, cultural, and everyday aspects of the carnival in Maastricht. Immerse yourself in a compelling, QR-code-driven, interactive story for the chance to win virtual prizes and become Prince Carnival. Disclaimer: This narrative was developed by a group of master students from the Media Studies: Digital Cultures program at Maastricht University. The QR code gamification is fully conceptual. The codes mentioned throughout the story can not be found on these locations.

Friday is market day in Maastricht! Meet Julia, a German student at Maastricht University and walk with her across the wonderful Friday Market in Maastricht. If you are new in town or just checking in for a short weekend trip – you will certainly not want to miss the Friday Market. Let it be an experience with this audio narrative! Julia will be your guide and companion today. She will provide you with a colorful set of interesting information about the market and its stalls, directing you to her favorite ones. She knows the market, its history and some of the vendors quite well by now. So, you are in good hands. As the name indicates, the market takes place on Fridays. To enjoy the entire experience of this audio narrative, make sure to listen to it in the respective time and place. The Echo zones are numbered but Julia will also guide you with some directions. Although the zones are large enough, please stay within the lines on the map until the audio files has ended playing. Start your audio at the intersection between Maasboulevard and Hoenderstraat. There you will find the first audio zone. Enjoy your walk!

Welcome to the “Food Culture of Maastricht”! Here you can find a tour of five food places in the city center that have a rich history behind. We advise you to listen to the narratives before visiting the places, so your experience can be more in-depth. We hope you have a nice journey and learn more about local food places and Dutch culture.

Maastricht. A southeast city of the Netherlands and the capital of the province of Limburg. The place of a strong international character, but at the same time a city, where local culture and heritage is highly valued. Maastricht is a popular destination for tourists, immigrants and international students. It is a city where “local” intertwines with “international” on a daily basis. This phenomenon influences the culinary dimension of Maastricht. According to the www.tripadvisor.com, there are approximately 660 restaurants in Maastricht, and the majority of them serve international cuisine. These are only numbers, but there are real people behind them: immigrants, graduated international students, second and third generations of foreigners. What are their stories? How do they find themselves in the city? And how do they contribute to the culinary scene of Maastricht? In this short guide, we introduce you to the 5 international restaurant’s owners, who want to share their stories and talk about the unique tastes they create. No matter if you are a tourist, immigrant or local, treat this guide as an alternative way of discovering the city, either by sitting comfortable in your armchair or walking together with us!

Discover the mystical soundscape of Maastricht! From the Hogebrug bridge until the Jeker in Jekerkwartier, join Koko on a journey to explore the kingdom of Panta Rhei. This empathetic tour will lead you through the undiscovered beauty of Maastricht’s waterways, delving into the places in which water, animals and humans come together as one. This journey is an interactive route to appreciate the nature surrounding us. With stories from different animals friends, you will establish a more personal connection with the landscape than ever before. Here are some important things to remember before you begin: - Always be accompanied by an adult if you are a minor - Be mindful of the animals and nature (no littering!) - Even though it is tempting, do not swim in any of the waters - Lastly always pay attention to the sounds you hear!