St. John's Church
Sint-Janskerk
A Protestant church beside Vrijthof Square, with a red Gothic tower about 70 meters tall. Climb it for views over the old town and the Meuse.
This 14th-century Gothic church became Protestant after the Reformation. Its tower is painted a striking ochre-red, and together with the neighboring Basilica of Saint Servatius it forms the city's skyline landmark. The tower has more than 200 narrow stairs. From the top you can see the whole old town and the Meuse River, and on clear days you can even see Belgium. Entry to the church is free, and tower climbs cost a few euros. It is generally open only in the warm season, but check the posted times on site.
Opening hours
Approx. 11:00-16:00 (warm season; closed Sundays)
Nearby sights
- Basilica of Saint Servatius
- Vrijthof
- Boekhandel Dominicanen
- Natural History Museum Maastricht
- Kruisherenhotel
- Markt & City Hall
- Bisschopsmolen
- Jekerkwartier & City Walls