Bonnefanten Museum: A Fusion of Art and Architecture

Explore a world where historical masterpieces meet cutting-edge contemporary art in Maastricht's iconic Bonnefanten Museum.

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The Bonnefanten Museum in Maastricht is a striking architectural landmark designed by Aldo Rossi, housing a diverse collection of historical and contemporary art. Its iconic tower and unique exhibitions make it a cultural hotspot in the Netherlands.

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Avenue Ceramique 250, Maastricht, Maastricht-Centrum, 6221 KX, NL
+31433290190
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Tuesday 11 am-5 pm
Wednesday 11 am-5 pm
Thursday 11 am-5 pm
Friday 11 am-5 pm
Saturday 11 am-5 pm
Sunday 11 am-5 pm

Local tips

Visit on weekdays to avoid crowds and have a more intimate experience with the art.
Check the museum's website for temporary exhibitions and special events to enhance your visit.
Take your time to explore both the historical and contemporary art collections for a comprehensive experience.
Enjoy a meal or snack at Museum Café Ipanema, located within the museum.
Consider purchasing tickets online in advance to save time and ensure entry.

Getting There

Public Transport

From Maastricht Central Station, take city bus 1 towards De Heeg - Malberg or bus 5 towards Eijsden and get off at the Bonnefantenmuseum stop. The journey takes approximately 12 minutes. A single bus fare costs between €1 and €3. Alternatively, from the city center, buses 1, 5, 10, 11, 12, 15, 57, 350, and 615 will drop you off near the museum.
Walking

From the Vrijthof in Maastricht's city center, walk southeast towards the Maas River. Cross the Sint Servaasbrug (Saint Servatius Bridge) and continue straight onto Avenue Ceramique. The Bonnefanten Museum will be on your left, approximately a 20-minute walk. This is a straightforward and scenic walk.
Taxi

Taxis are readily available throughout Maastricht. A taxi from Maastricht Central Station to the Bonnefanten Museum typically costs between €15 and €18 and takes around 4 minutes. Ride-sharing services are also available.
Parking

If driving, paid parking is available near the Bonnefanten Museum. You can park at Avenue Céramique or in the nearest Q-Park garages Plein 1992 or Bonnefanten. Q-Park Bonnefantenmuseum offers parking from €13 per day. One accessible parking space is available in the museum's own car park; use 'Daemslunet' in your navigation system. Hourly rates vary, but expect to pay around €2-€4 per hour.

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The Bonnefanten Museum, located in Maastricht, is a captivating museum of historic, modern, and contemporary art. Founded in 1884, the museum initially served as the historical and archaeological museum for the Dutch province of Limburg. The name 'Bonnefanten' is derived from the French 'bons enfants' ('good children'), a nickname of a former convent that housed the museum. In 1995, the museum moved to its current location on the former industrial site 'Céramique', in a building designed by Italian architect Aldo Rossi. The building's design features a strictly symmetrical layout with a floor plan shaped like the letter E, topped with a 28-meter-high central tower. The tower has been likened to a space shuttle, a coffee maker, and an astronomical observatory. The Bonnefanten Museum showcases a diverse collection, including medieval sculptures, early Italian, Flemish, and Dutch paintings, American Minimalism, Italian Arte Povera, and Conceptual Art. The museum is committed to showcasing both renowned international artists and regional artists. The combination of historic and contemporary art gives the Bonnefanten Museum its distinctive character.

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Bonnefanten Museum: A Fusion of Art and Architecture

A brief summary to Bonnefanten museum

Local tips

Getting There

Public Transport

Walking

Taxi

Parking

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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Sint Servaasbrug

Kleine Staat 1

Huys Op Den Jeker

Saint Jan`s church

Voormalige Dominicanenkerk

Hoofdwacht

City Hall

Beeld van Minckeleers

Fort St. Pieter

Eiffelgebouw Maastricht

Uitzichtpunt Sint Pietersberg

Hoeve Lichtenberg

De Jezuïetenberg

Plateau van Caestert

Savelsbos

Unmissable attractions to see

Centre Céramique

Maastricht Running Tours

Jekertoren

Helpoort

Father Vinck Tower

Bosch Brewery

Graanmarkt

Oude Minderbroederskerk

Basilica of Our Lady

Stokstraat

Stokstraatkwartier

1e middeleeuwse stadsmuur

Klein Grachtje Defensive Wall

City Wall at river Jeker

Fons Olterdissen

Essential places to dine

Restaurant Tout à Fait

Witloof (from Belgium)

MAGNIFIC

Wijnrestaurant op het land

Ralf Berendsen

Bistrôt Le Ciel

Restaurant RUW Valkenburg

Restaurant De Beren Valkenburg

Brasserie Leonardus

Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Valkenburg

Cafe 't pleintje Valkenburg

Pannenkoekenparadijs Cauberg Valkenburg

Ciao Bella

Sushi Kodoo Valkenburg

Restaurant&Hotel La Piazza Valkenburg

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יד שניה valkburg

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Valkenburg a/d Geul

Plezant Store

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Sfeerleven winkel

Milatonie

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Café De Pieter

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