Until the mid-20th century, the quarter was feared as a problematic destitute neighbourhood with pubs and poverty. But this tide turned with a large-scale restoration in the 1950s-70s, after which the quarter transformed into a stately neighbourhood with allure - opened by Prince Claus in 1973.
Walking down the narrow Stokstraat, Plankstraat and Maastrichter Smedenstraat, you will be surrounded by over 45 listed buildings and exclusive shops. Whether you are looking for designer brands, handmade chocolates or floral art - here you will find top quality and style. After shopping, it is time for gastronomic delights. Intimate restaurants and wine bars offer dishes ranging from contemporary to refined Italian antipasta - the perfect end to your day.
Beneath the polished surface lies history. Once a place of slumlords and social tension, it is now a neighbourhood of stonemasonry, craftsmanship and stories of former residents evacuated during renovations. Yet there are still echoes of the past: a Roman square, mysterious alleyways, and the charming Petit Café Moriaan, loved by locals.
The Stokstraat Quarter is more than a shopping area: it is a story in stone, craftsmanship and taste - a gentle encounter between Maastricht history and modern elegance.
Visiting the Stokstraatkwartier and want to be assured of a parking space? Then simply reserve your parking space at Q-Park Mosae Forum. Or park at Q-Park O.L. Vrouweparking. No parking spaces can be reserved here. Would you rather park somewhere else in Maastricht? Take a look at our complete offer of parking facilities in Maastricht.
At Q-Park Mosae Forum and Q-Park O.L. Vrouweparking you can park from €28.50 per day. Reserve your parking space online in advance and be assured of a parking space. You can easily drive in and out on the basis of your license plate and you no longer have to pass the pay machine.
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