Maastricht, Netherlands
Onze Lieve Vrouweplein 7
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+31 433213854
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Until the 12th century, documentation on the Basilica of Our Lady is very limited, as the church's archives were lost in French times. It is generally believed that the present church had at least one pastor, probably several. The first of these could have been the oldest church in Maastricht - and therefore in the Netherlands. The first church may have been built by one of the bishops of Tongeren-Maastricht within the walls of the late Roman castellum, perhaps as a replacement for a pagan sanctuary. It is possible that this church served as the cathedral of the Diocese of Maastricht (4th / 5th / 6th - 8th century) On February 20, 1933, the church was elevated to basilica minor by Pope Pius IX. As basilica minor, the church obtained the right to bear three decorations: the conopeum, the tintinnabulum and the papal coat of arms. The decorations are normally on the choir, except during Holy Week: after the Mass on Maundy Thursday, these ecclesiastical attributes are put away during the liturgy of the \altar exposing\. During the Great City Procession (annually around May 15), the decorations are carried along.
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Interesting combination between Catholic and Orthodox (the paintings on the altar ceiling). Quiet, beautiful, for believers, a good place to charge ones batteries.
A perfect place to meet God
Beautifully kept church with simple construction and layout. In the heart of Maastricht so very simple to access. During my visit they were carrying out renovation of the plaques in the entrance area.
With a very interesting architecture style this church dominates the space and it’s a great spot for pictures and sightseeing around.
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