Basilica of Saint Servatius
Sint-Servaasbasiliek50°51′ N 5°41′ E
The Basilica of Saint Servatius on Maastricht's Vrijthof is the church the Christmas market gathers around, and it suits visitors who want a quiet hour in the church and its treasury between rounds of the market, though its Christmas 2026 Mass times were not yet published in October. Visiting costs €7.50 for adults and nothing for under-18s with an adult.
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The basilica stands over the Vrijthof, and during Magisch Maastricht a tunnel of lights on the square leads towards its doors. Inside, the treasury holds the reliquaries of Saint Servatius, after whom the church is named. Entry covers both the church and the treasury, and the parish uses the money to keep the building open.
On Sundays the High Mass is at 10:00, and the parish also runs an English-language Mass at 18:00 in the Matthiaskerk. Christmas brings a different timetable. Check the parish site in December for the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services, and treat them as worship first if you go.
Worth knowing
- Under-18s go free with an adult, which makes the treasury an easy family stop when the market gets loud.
- The treasury closes on Christmas Day, though the basilica itself stays open.
Quick answers about Basilica of Saint Servatius
What are the Basilica of Saint Servatius opening hours?
The Basilica of Saint Servatius in Maastricht opens Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00 and on Sunday from 11:30 to 17:00. Last entry is half an hour before closing.
How much does it cost to visit Saint Servatius in Maastricht?
Adults pay €7.50 for the basilica and treasury, and students pay €4. Children and teenagers up to 17 go free with an adult.
Is there an English Mass in Maastricht?
Yes. The Saint Servatius parish holds an English-language Mass on Sundays at 18:00 in the Matthiaskerk, outside the feast-day changes.