Erasmus Day at the Maastricht Christmas Market
Includes :
- Return transport by private bus
- Bilingual tour leader (French/English)
- Photos & videos
- Maastricht market
Not included:
- Personal expenses
- Meals
Travel program
Self-guided tour of the Christmas market
Discovery of the historic center
Tasting of specialities
We meet up in the morning in Lille for a magical day in the Netherlands, heading for Maastricht. Known for its unique charm and festive atmosphere in winter, the city hosts one of the country's finest Christmas markets every year.
Once you've arrived, you can stroll between the wooden chalets set up in the main square. Crafts, decorations, original Christmas gifts and the scent of mulled wine will punctuate your visit. You can also try your hand at the open-air skating rink, climb the panoramic Ferris wheel to admire the illuminated city, or simply enjoy the Dutch (and German - the border's not far!) specialities.
It's a free and convivial day
Itinerary
Self-guided tour of the Christmas market
Discovery of the historic center
Tasting of specialities
Students talk about it better than we do
Membership card
With the Erasmus Place membership card you can benefit all year round! Pssst, it's not compulsory to take part in trips!
- Reduced prices on all our trips from all our cities!
- Cancel and be reimbursed up to 48 hours before departure
- Some free or reduced-price events just for you all year round!
Unforgettable destinations!
A historic city in the south of the Netherlands, Maastricht is renowned for its warm atmosphere and distinctive European style. During the Christmas season, the Vrijthof square is transformed into an enchanted village with its market, decorations and entertainment.
Did you know?
Maastricht is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, and it was here that the Treaty of Maastricht was signed in 1992, giving birth to the European Union as we know it today.
Unforgettable destinations!
A historic city in the south of the Netherlands, Maastricht is renowned for its warm atmosphere and distinctive European style. During the Christmas season, the Vrijthof square is transformed into an enchanted village with its market, decorations and entertainment.
Did you know?
Maastricht is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, and it was here that the Treaty of Maastricht was signed in 1992, giving birth to the European Union as we know it today.
Our charters
At Erasmus Place, the journey begins as soon as you get on the bus. It's a friendly atmosphere, where people get to know each other, have a laugh and share music and tips.
Our buses are comfortable, air-conditioned and equipped with toilets, barring major exceptions. We want you to feel at ease, even during several hours of driving. To make sure everything goes smoothly, we also have a few simple rules: respect for everyone, no inappropriate behavior, no consumption of alcohol or banned substances on the bus.
For each trip, we select quality establishments, always with a minimum 2-star rating for hotels. Whether it's a hotel or a hostel, you can count on comfortable, clean and conveniently located accommodation.
Our hotels and hostels are always located in the city center, close to places of interest and local entertainment, so you can make the most of your stay without wasting time in transport. With a few exceptions.
Rooms are shared among friends, in a relaxed atmosphere, but we respect a simple rule: men stay with men, women with women. Rooms are divided into groups of 2, 3 or 4 people, depending on the configuration of the site. If you're traveling as a couple, it's possible to have a room for two, but only by prior arrangement.
We want you to feel comfortable, surrounded and safe throughout your stay.
Each Erasmus Place trip is supervised by one or more trained Tour Leaders, who are friendly and always available. Their role is to ensure that your stay is well organized, that the group is safe and that a friendly atmosphere prevails from departure to return. They welcome you, inform you, lead the trips, coordinate the different stages of the program and listen to you throughout the trip.
Our Tour Leaders are fluent in between two and five languages, including English, making it easy to communicate with all participants, whatever their nationality. They are not certified guides like those you find in museums, but they know perfectly well the destinations they visit, the instructions for the trip, and the good tips to share. They're there to accompany you, reassure you, answer your questions, deal with the unexpected and make sure you get the most out of your Erasmus experience.
Their aim is simple: to make sure you return home with your head full of memories... and the desire to go back (alone or with us!).