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Vrijthof
Square in Maastricht, the Netherlands / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Vrijthof is a large urban square in the centre of Maastricht, Netherlands. The square developed from an ancient Roman and Frankish cemetery into a semi-private space that belonged to the Collegiate Church of Saint Servatius. In the 19th century, it became the town's main square. It is surrounded by important heritage buildings, museums, a theatre, and a range of hotels, restaurants, and bars. The square is regularly used for public events.
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![]() Vrijthof with St John's (red tower), St Servatius and the Main Guard Building. In the centre the bandstand | |
Type | town square |
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Length | ca. 160-190 m |
Width | ca. 100-120 m |
Area | ca. 1,5 ha |
Location | Maastricht, Netherlands |
Quarter | Binnenstad |
Coordinates | 50.849172°N 5.688419°E / 50.849172; 5.688419 |
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Known for | 38 Rijksmonuments, pavement cafes, various events |
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