Maaseik in Belgium

Maaseik in Belgium, that's culture and nature

Come and awaken your senses... Because Maaseik lends itself perfectly to a day out, a weekend trip, a short or even a longer holiday. Admire the rich cultural and historical past, experience nature on the water, alongside the water or in our forests. Taste the Burgundian life and love for local products and dream away in one of the many authentic accommodations in Maaseik in Belgium.

Culture in Maaseik

Maaseik and its inhabitants are particularly proud of its heritage, with 30 Flemish masterpieces, unique museums, mills, top programme of the cultural centre, the many large and small events and, above all, the vibrant club life, the engine of the cultural life in Maaseik!

Bands play music in front of a full terrace on the Market Square in Maaseik in Belgium

Museums of Maaseik

Thanks to the river Meuse, Maaseik is a town with a rich past and you can come and admire a multitude of objects of great art-historical value. The Maasland Renaissance buildings in the town centre exude a special atmosphere. In fact, Maaseik is one big open-air museum, where you can travel back in time.

Close up of an ancient writing exhibit at Maaseik museum

Atmospheric enjoyment

Let the world pass by from behind your sunglasses. Enjoy the friendly atmosphere and unwind. Nothing is compulsory, everything is possible. Relaxing on a terrace? Spend a few hours shopping in the tasteful boutiques? Dinner with friends tonight or a romantic tête-à-tête? No stress, just follow your own feelings and fill in the day your way and in your own pace.

Ladies enjoy a drink on one of the many terraces in Maaseik

Outdoor experience

Rivierpark Maasvallei, Hoge Kempen National Park and GrensPark Kempen-Broek. 3 nature parks, each with their own individuality, but all the cream of the crop in terms of nature experience. 3 great beacons of protected nature, with one big common denominator: Maaseik! Who doesn't love hiking and cycling? The many routes here are literally limitless! But fans of equestrian, water sports and angling are also well catered for. Go out on your own or sign up for an active experience with a ranger. The beautiful surroundings will surprise you all year round. Recharge your batteries and forget your worries, one with nature you will discover your own strength.

Children on the watersports banana on the Maasplassen near Maaseik