Andre Rieu Vrijthof 2026 in Maastricht | Enjoy!
Traditionally the Andre Rieu Vrijthof 2026 concert is a every summer happening in his city of his birth, Maastricht.
André Rieu was born in Maastricht and still lives in the town at the river Maas, he has only 300 meter walking distance to the top sight Vrijthof. As his orchestra makes classical music accessible to millions around the world, the Vrijthof square will this also year turn the salon waltz into bliss open air party. Our editor John Doe from MAASTRICHT MAGAZINE ONLINE checks the facts!
Who is this person? | Andre Rieu
André Léon Marie Nicolas Rieu is a Dutch violinist and conductor best known for creating the waltz-playing Johann Strauss Orchestra. Rieu and his orchestra have turned classical and waltz music into a worldwide concert touring act.
Andre Rieu Vrijthof 2026 | Let’s have a party!
This year will be no different! Mr Rieu once again transforms the Vrijthof Square into a huge open-air concert hall. Melodies – from classical music to catchy waltzes – including pieces from a variety of operas, operettas, and musicals.
Once again, these concerts promise to be unforgettable evenings. There is comical and moving moments, but most importantly there will be plenty of romance!
Andre Rieu Vrijthof 2026 | Free Admission in side streets
MAASTRICHT MAGAZINE ONLINE recommends, if you do not mind to take part in the party on the Vrijhof square , you have Free Admission in side streets, as the music halls over the whole old town.
In case you are going for the “real one”, you are able to reach the spot from BOURGOGNE SUITE MAASTRICHT in Wyck within 10 minutes walk. You simply cross the St Servaas Bridge and follow the party crowd – they all have same destination. You cannot miss Vrijthof, as the square is located only 200 meter from St.Servaas bridge in the middle of the old town.
Location
Vrijthof, Maastricht
Date
July 2026
