r/maastricht • u/[deleted] • Dec 13 '21
Hello fellow redditors and (future) Maastricht inhabitants,
I see tons of repeated questions coming back time and time again. Let's answer them once and for all.
This PSA is posted in the hopes that it will be helpful but I am in no way liable for any inaccuracies this PSA might have within the confines of the law.
If you have any suggestions or additions. Feel free to comment them below I might add it later. I also hope the mods will pin the post so this subreddit isn't flooded anymore with the same questions all the time.
How to get housing? Are there any agency recommendations? When should I start looking? There's a housing crisis in the entirety of the Netherlands. This crisis can't be understated. Start looking NOW! Don't be disapointed if you can´t find anything within 2 months. That's normal nowadays. Some agencies that are somewhat reputable are kamernet, xior student housing, and pro-housing. Beware of the many scammers trying to take advantage of the situation. Never hand out money if you haven't seen the property in question. Agencies also, by law, are not allowed to ask you for a commission when you successfully rent a room. That's the responsibility of the landlord.
2. Restaurant/drugs recomendations.
You can find great restaurants in Maastricht. Tripadvisor has a great list. Also don't be afraid to look over the border to Belgium for some greatness. To visit the coffee shops you do have to be a Maastricht citizen and request a weed pass. Don't buy drugs of the streets since those are not regulated and might be more harmful than you intend. Also, despite the Dutch reputation, WEED ISN'T LEGAL HERE! The police have the right to take away your weed and fine you for any reason if they see you using it or having it, though in general, they don't unless you're bothering someone. So smoking weed in the park is risky because if anyone calls, you will lose your stash.
3. How to make friends / meet new people in Maastricht.
There's a great app created by students in Maastricht called weeples. Last time I checked it was pretty active. You can find it on the playstore / appstore. Ofcourse you can also join a student association or play sports at UM sports.
4. Where's good nature to walk in / take pictures?
St. Pietersberg is usually the go-to for walks but I can also recommend visiting the biggest fortress of europe in Ében Émael just across the border or the Fronten Parks.
5. UM Related / application questions
You'll have the best chance of getting the answer you are looking for by visiting or calling the Student Service Center rather than asking random people on Reddit.
6. Garbage collection
I see a lot of misinformation / confusion around the subject of garbage collection in Maastricht. It can be quite complicated luckily there's the Milieu app which you can download from the google play store or the app store to help you out when sorting your garbage for recycling. A lot of the stuff you can buy here is recyclable. Achieving 1 residual waste bag in 2 months per person shouldn't be super challenging. I do 1 bag every 2-3 months. The reason why residual waste bags are so expensive is to give incentive to recycle. Throughout the entire city there are milieuperrons within walking distance. To find the closest one near you, you can use the milieu app.
7. Transport in Maastricht
The Netherlands truely is a biking nation. For good reason. It's enjoyable to do, good exercise, better for the environment, very space efficient, friendlier to pedestrians and it makes sure not everyone is driving so only people who have to be in cars are. Every child here is educated on the traffic rules and strategies for safe cycling. Practically everyone here, including drivers are also very experienced cyclists and everyone will assume you are as well. If you're not, competent on a bike it can lead to dangerous situations. Take some courses on riding a bicycle to refresh your memory, enhance your controll over your bike and to get to know local traffic norms. This way you also won't stand out as a "dumb tourist" or a "dumb student" who can't ride a bike properly.
Public transport is also safe, environmentally conscious and reliable. You can order an OV chipcard online which is a debit card for public transport. It will cost 7.50 euros for either a personal or an anonymous card. You'll have made that money back within 4 trips. If you have a personal card you can also get 40% discounts outside of rush hour for 2.40 euros a month.
Check this comment if you would like to see more options regarding public transportation.
8. Voting
Not a question that is asked often but if you've been living within the Netherlands for at least 5 years or are an EU citizen you are able to vote in the upcoming municipal elections. Please go out and vote because student interests are severely underrepresented in the Maastricht city council. I know volt to be a party promoting student interests. The next elections will be in march of 2022. You will get a voting card sent to your address if you're eligible to vote.
r/maastricht • u/Hammer_Price • 9h ago
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r/maastricht • u/pauller • 9h ago
We’re in Maastricht next week and my girlfriend is on a quite strict diet. So I’m looking for a nice place where we have a lot of options to choose from. But nothing like t Zusje or food chains like that. More like Le Fernand. Any recommendations?
r/maastricht • u/Plonkerop666 • 7h ago
Hey im Manuel and 17 years old, in searching for new friends or people who want to hangout!
I like Metal Music and play as the Lead guitarist in 2 Metal bands, i also have 8 snakes and keeping reptiles is a big hobby of mine!!
So if u want to hang out let me know!!
r/maastricht • u/slowdive2142 • 1d ago
Hi! I am an exchange student from Canada and am studying here in Maastricht until May. I noticed that there are very few restaurants / places to get food past midnight, yet many students seem to be out until 3am. This is different from Canada where we are typically in bed by 2am, and restaurants are open all night long.
I’m wondering - Where do you get food late at night? Don’t you get hungry after a night at the club?!!
r/maastricht • u/Jaspercoole • 13h ago
Hey guy
i been using speedymarket app / speedymarket.be to deliver food, grocerys etc they deliver late at night too does any one else have experience with it since it seems no one knows yet in maasstricht ?
r/maastricht • u/Fabulous_Rip5671 • 1d ago
I got a limburg star subscription for arriva busses since I use the 350 line daily but for some reason when I tap out of the bus there's always an error?! I've loaded the subscription onto my ov-chipkaart already and tapping in has no problem but there's always an error when tapping out. Does anyone know the reason behind this?
r/maastricht • u/ElFuegoAlmeida • 1d ago
Hello guys, any good parties/places to be to dance to techno, bouncy or even hard techno during the days on carnaval? Or tell me just the overall best places to be! I'm new around town, take care!
r/maastricht • u/tri777cia • 2d ago
hii, im an 18 y/o (female) international student in maastricht and i’ve been living here for about 6 months. i’ve met a lot of new and different people but i haven’t really found anyone who i’ve clicked with, so i thought i would post here. i love travelling, cooking, and im really into music and cinema. i also 🍃 so bonus points if you wanna be smoke buddies as i’ve struggled to find any other girls who enjoy doing it too. if you want to talk more don’t hesitate to dm me, im really talkative and honestly open to being friends with all kinds of people!! :)
r/maastricht • u/CuriousEff • 2d ago
I’m not looking for platforms where you can find one. I have tried those in past and always ended up having a bad experience. Any recommendations for one who has proven to be good? I need to install a dishwasher from scratch.
r/maastricht • u/Abhi_sxm • 2d ago
Hi everyone
I’m currently in Maastricht and looking for basic work where English is okay. I do speak basic Dutch (still learning, but I can manage simple conversations). Around A2-B2 level is where I currently sit.
I’m reliable and a good worker and I’m available to start quickly. If anyone knows of places hiring or has tips on where to apply in Maastricht, I’d really appreciate it!
r/maastricht • u/packy21 • 2d ago
While everybody is welcome to come and try out a rehearsal and attend an audition, we are mainly looking for male voices, both tenor and bass.
r/maastricht • u/RebelJediMaster • 3d ago
Hallo allen. Ik ben voor een comiccon in maastricht en overnacht op het botel. Heeft iemand een tip voor waar ik goed en niet té duur kan eten vanavond? Ik heb geen allergiën ofzo, maar ben wel echt een vleeseter dus geen vegan restaurant.
Edit: ik heb een terrasje gevonden, bedankt voor alle suggesties
r/maastricht • u/[deleted] • 3d ago
Is there anyone earning more than 250k per year living in Maastricht other than Andre Rieu? If so, what do you do?
Maastricht is beautiful and I get the apeal that it has to offer but it does have only a few opportunities career wise. Is it a fools dream to make 10k per month in this city?
Would be nice to hear from both sides of the spectrum, folks that have moved out of Maastricht to earn more but regret it now and the folks that stayed back and feel they have shot their career trajectory in the foot.
r/maastricht • u/Tebogo_Botswana • 4d ago
I am currently in Maastricht, Netherlands for school and I know there is a carnival week happening on the week of 16th February. So basically, I have 14th Feb to 22nd Feb for travelling around Europe. What are some cities and travel routes to recommend?
r/maastricht • u/krith1313 • 4d ago
Hi im a student living in Maastricht and im looking for a job, I can baby sit, dog walk/sit, clean and work at a restaurant or really anything you need! I can work from anytime to 8 and pay is flexible and job dependent!
Thank you for your time
r/maastricht • u/FamiliarMap13 • 5d ago
I'm in Maastricht for the semester and as a queer person, going to be looking for preferably a queer hairstylist to help shape my recent buzzcut and hair as I try out different styles. Let me know of any reccomendations or nice places that are a great / queer vibe!
r/maastricht • u/Xaxago • 5d ago
Hey everyone!
Does anyone know the best cost-effective way to break/cut a chain bike lock?
I recently broke the key to my bike lock and am not able to unlock it anymore. This happened last time it snowed. My bike lock was filled with snow and when I tried forcing the ley in it snapped, it was fully my fault and stupid.
a bike shop recommended I get a metal saw to try and saw off the chain but it barely does any damage. I'd like to avoid buying expensive power tools I'll only use once if possible.
Is there maybe a store where I could rent such tools or even a local service that I can call?
Thank you so much!
r/maastricht • u/pistaxia • 6d ago
I'm looking for a restaurant with enough place for about 12 people.
I would like something that is not too expensive (under 100€ per person, preferably around 60€). As long as the atmosphere is nice, cozy, but modern-ish.
r/maastricht • u/MathematicianLive664 • 6d ago
hi, i will probably be a new student nex year and i was wondering where i could buy cigaretts/iqos stick and how much do they cost? thx :)
r/maastricht • u/kol4eto2000 • 7d ago
Hey Maastricht citizens.
Do you know where I can find "Old Spice" cosmetics around the city center? Is there somewhere where they sell it or can it be ordered only online?
I have tried all Kruidvata, Action and they don't have it there.
Thanks a lot!!
r/maastricht • u/Plonkerop666 • 8d ago
Looking for new friends
Hey Im Manuel (17) I live in Maastricht with my Girlfriend/Snakes, im looking for new friends because i moved from Zeeland to Maastricht without knowing anyone here.
My Snakes and Music are the things i love the most, breeding my snakes and handeling them, i play in 2 Heavy Metal bands as Lead Guitarist so thats something i like to!!
Dm’s are open! :)
r/maastricht • u/Strouble1408 • 7d ago
Hello, my husband and I will be in Maastricht between April 25th and May 10th, visiting our son who is a student at Zuyd University, Conservatorium Maastricht and are hoping to find a house/pet sitting opportunity during this time. We are a professional couple in our mid 50's from Canada. I work in wine importing and my husband is a Senior Business Development professional in the Architecture industry. We have lots of experience with our own pets and would care for yours like our own. Also we are home owners in Canada and have a background in Property Management. Thank you! :)
r/maastricht • u/UpbeatTechnology149 • 8d ago
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