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Field trips and tours for Maastricht, Netherlands

Most courses offered during the summer term and many offered during the semester will include field trips, excursions, and seminars to relevant sites in and around Maastricht. These are designed to complement your classroom instruction while making the most of your time in the Netherlands. More details will be available once you have selected your courses.

You can also participate in additional field trips organized by the host institution, most of which are offered during the fall and spring semesters. Destinations are subject to change and additional costs may apply.

A group of students posing along a river in Maastricht, Netherlands.Dutch discovery trip/ Maastricht day

All terms

This trip takes place during orientation and provides a fascinating journey through Maastricht and the Netherlands. Immerse yourself in historic landmarks, join guided city walking tours, and visit discipline-specific sites of interest.

Students posing in front of Louvre museum in Paris, France.Paris cultural weekend*

Semester terms only

Discover the grand boulevards and iconic architecture of the “City of Light” on this weekend trip, and see firsthand why Paris is a major center of science, commerce, finance, and the arts. Experience rich history, tasty cuisine, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and more in this enchanting European capital.

Val-dieu Abbey in Belgium.Belgian day trip*

Semester terms only

Filled with exploration and charm, this trip includes a journey through rolling countrysides, a visit to some of nature’s most stunning underground caves, and a guided tour of a historic abbey.

*Additional fee and/or transportation costs will apply; details and registration will be available onsite.