Come on an approx. 2-hour journey through the history of the former imperial city and take a look at Aachen's highlights such as Elisenbrunnen, thermal baths, Tivoli and CHIO, the Lindt chocolate factory, university hospital and the three-country-point between Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands where you can visit all three countries in just a few steps. Explore the former imperial city of Aachen with a 24-hour ticket to the hop-on hop-off bus. Board the bus at any of the 11 stops along the route for 2 hours of sightseeing with commentary from your personal audio guide. Learn about Charlemagne’s history with Aachen and how the Kings of the Germans were crowned here for centuries. Hear about how the city developed into the largest in West Germany and what life is like there today. See historical monuments as modern as the Elisenbrunnen, a 19th-century pavilion, and as old as the Roman thermal baths. Stop at the three-country-point between Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands where you can visit all three countries in just a few steps. For sports fans, watch out for the Tivoli football stadium and the CHIO horse show venue. Pass by more cultural highlights like the Lindt chocolate factory and the university hospital, the world’s largest single-building hospital. During the roundtrip, leave the bus at any stop to explore the surroundings on foot. Simply hop back on the next bus when you’re ready. The stops for the bus tour: - Elisenbrunnen (Departures at 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. between April and October; in November and December only at 1 p.m.) - Ludwig Forum - Carolus thermal baths - CHIO Tivoli - Quellenhof/Eurogress - Memorial/Lousberg - RWTH - Bendplatz - University Clinical - Vaals Busstation Maastrichterlaan - Netherlands/Border triangle - Vaals Busstation Maastrichterlaan - Central Station - Health clinic/An der Rosenquelle - Theaterplatz - Elisenbrunnen (Arrivals at 12:40 p.m., 3:15 p.m. and 5:40 p.m. between April and October; in November and December only at 3:10 p.m.) Please check the detailed timetable at one of the above bus stops.

Relax and rewind at Thermae 2000 the luxury wellness resort and 4-star hotel of Thermae 2000. Spend a whole day at the recently renovated wellness facilities of this resort. Enjoy activities from the new experience programme which include floating, singing bowl sessions, tea rituals, start to yoga lessons and many more. Benefit from the unlimited usage of scrub salt, shower gel, and shampoo. Thermae 2000 is situated on top of the Cauberg, hidden between nature with a beautiful view. The most famous mountain of the Netherlands, the Cauberg is known because it has been part of the World cycling championships several times. Besides the World Championships, many important cycling races have taken place on the Cauberg, such as the Amstel Gold Race. The Cauberg is an indispensable part of Thermae 2000. In 1989 three springs were tapped into the Cauberg for thermal water. All baths in the wellness resort are equipped with this thermal water.

Immerse yourself in a zoo set in a vast landscape, nestling in a beautiful wooded and hilly area at the southern tip of the Netherlands. Encounter areas devoted to the Savanna, rainforests, South American pampas, and much more in this earth-centered experience. See beautiful Savanna creatures like white rhinoceroses, African lions and giraffes, and learn about their vulnerable position in the wild. Encounter the Flamingo Aviary, where more than 400 great flamingos live together with various other special African birds. Immerse yourself in the Rainforest area, check out the skull and howler monkeys, or learn about animals closer to home in the Limburg area. Discover the Treetop Tour, the new climbing and clambering path for the kids, or take them to the Dino Dome, an indoor dinosaur play paradise. Try out the new South American area, and enjoy a rugged landscape with rocks, flowing streams and pampas grasses. Encounter animals like vicuñas, tapirs and rheas as you enjoy the diversity of landscapes and animal species from across this continent, and across the world. Then, toast to the good life with a good glass of African wine in the atmospheric Savanna Lodge. Alternatively, enjoy some South American delicacies while you relax on the terrace of the Pampa Lodge.

Play a city game that takes you on a journey through the historical hotspots of Maastricht, the Roman settlement turned Medieval trade centre, and birthplace of the Euro. You will play the role of a knight on a breath-taking adventure, as you discover lesser known stories from the city’s rich history. The app offers precise directions through the city. Play at your own pace. Feel free to pause and explore your surroundings whenever you wish. After you book the game, you’ll get an email with instructions on how to play. For larger groups, one person can purchase access for the entire group by selecting the number of people in the group. All group members will be able to play the city game on their smartphone. Alternatively, each person can purchase their own voucher. You can play as a group and solve the clues together as you walk, or you can split into smaller groups/teams and compete against the others. Each person can also play on their own, separate from the group, and meet the group at the end.

Check out MergelRijk, one of the best attractions in Valkenburg. Discover everything about caves and marl: from their origin 65 million years ago to the latest in 3D cave paintings in 2022. There are a lot of beautiful things to see and do at MergelRijk for all ages. See impressive sand and marlstone sculptures and make your own souvenir from a real marlstone. Children will discover the cave via a fun-filled treasure hunt. Your entry ticket includes all activities and a multilingual info guide. Don't forget to bring your camera or phone; you'll want to capture the 3D Cave Paintings.

Mind Mystery is a place full of experiences that will trick your brains because your eyes won’t believe that they’re seeing. Visiting Mind Mystery is a unique combination of education and entertainment. We learn in an interactive and independent way how our brain fools us. With optical illusions as a common thread, we are inspired to think from a different perspective. Activities At Mind Mystery, there is plenty to see and experience around the theme of optical illusions, both indoors and outdoors. Visit the museum and discover countless holograms and all kinds of optical art. Get lost in the mirror maze and lose gravity in a giant rotating vortex. Play puzzles throughout the park and take the craziest selfies and group photos in the house upside down, where everything is turned upside down. All this and much more at Mind Mystery. Is it suitable for adults or children? That’s the great part; a visit is suitable for everyone! The phenomenon of optical illusions is as old as time and embraced by all generations. That is why Mind Mystery is a very suitable trip for everyone from about 6 years old to over 100. So feel free to visit the park with your grandchildren, or even better, the whole family. Who knows, you might even learn something from each other! How long will my visit take? An average visit takes about 2 to 2.5 hours at Mind Mystery. It strongly depends on your curiosity. More information? Visit the website www.mindmystery.nl and be sure to check out the frequently asked questions prior to your visit. Have fun!

Gather your closest friends for a fascinating adventure through the city of Maastricht. Play a fun game on your phone and explore the local landmarks and some secret locations along the way. Challenge yourself to interactive tasks and unlock clues to keep the game going. Download the game app and head over to the Vrijthof. Explore the area and buy a snack or two before pressing play to start your journey. Allow the app to lead you around the area, coming across iconic sites such as the Helpoort Vesting Museum and Jerkerkwartier Street. Finish the game all at once or take your time to wander around the city, pausing the app and restarting it whenever you feel like it. Stay engaged throughout your experience by solving puzzles that will unlock your next destinations.

Get entry tickets to the Discovery Museum in Kerkrade and explore its interactive exhibits. Learn about science and technology in the past, present, and future, make your own gadget to take home, and watch an amazing live science show. Enter the Discovery Museum and get access to exhibitions including the immersive Earth Theater, where you can walk in the footsteps of an astronaut and see the earth from a whole new perspective. Next, catch an exciting live show at the Science Theater to see science in action. Stop by the Science Lab to create your own gadget to take home, and take a look at the treasure trove of scientific artifacts housed in the museum.

Escape from 15th-century Maastricht during this exhilarating Escape Tour. Get to know Libertus van Bommel and help him find the secret exit of Maastricht. In the 15th century, the church and the monastery ruled over Maastricht. The prior of the Kruisheren monastery, Libertus van Bommel, therefore had many responsibilities. But unfortunately, Van Bommel made quite a mess of his tasks. So he had to get out of the city as soon as possible, without someone noticing him. Will he make it? Choose your starting time with your teammates, beginning at anytime day or night. Make your way across the city, checking off tasks to find all the clues you need to reach the secret passage. As you search for clues, marvel at the beautiful sights of the town. Walk past the Basilica of Saint Servatius, marvel at beautifel sites and keep an eye out for the many historic buildings in the city center. Work quickly, and you and your team could set the record for the fastest tour. Good luck!

Sjanet is doing well. She owns a pub in Venlo and is married to millionaire Jeu Wissink. But then everything goes wrong... Criminal Frenkie P. wants to kidnap Sjanet for ransom, but accidentally kills her husband. Sjanet flees and looks for the secret exit. With the Escape Tour Venlo you will be taken into this compelling story and you will pass the nicest places in the city. Choose your starting time with your teammates, beginning at anytime day or night. Make your way across the city, checking off tasks to find all the clues you need to reach the secret passage. As you search for clues, marvel at the beautiful sights of the town. Walk past the Wilhelminapark, wander through the lovely streets and keep an eye out for the many historic buildings in the city center. Work quickly, and you and your team could set the record for the fastest tour. Good luck!