Scharn Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

Vrijthof
Be part of Maastricht’s café culture at this delightful town square, the largest in Maastricht and home to storied cathedrals, an elegant theatre and the city’s annual carnival.

Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Market during your trip to Maastricht. Experience the area's museums and art scene.

Basilica of Our Lady
This grand Romanesque church is home to some breath-taking architecture, an underground chamber of glittering artefacts, and a Virgin Mary statue that has attracted pilgrims for centuries.

St. Servaas Church
This lovely Romanesque church is located on the site where St. Servaas was buried in the fourth century. Visit its legendary crypt, admire its unique design and explore its impressive treasury.

Dominicanenkerk
This former church built in the 13th-century has been called the most beautiful bookstore in the world. View its stone vaulted ceilings and otherworldly light to understand why.

Centre Ceramique
Maastricht’s modern cultural centre is the perfect place to catch a show, read a book or learn about local history.
Activities

Maastricht: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Hoensbroek: Entry Ticket to Hoensbroek Castle

Maastricht: Highlights Tour with a local Guide

Maastricht Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour

Escape game in the city of Maastricht, The Alchemist

Self-Guided Secrets of Maastricht Exploration Game
Our pick of the best Scharn Hotel Deals

Novotel Maastricht

Van der Valk Sélys Liège Hotel & Spa
The room was dirty, the hallways were dirty, the staff was not interested at all to provide a pleasant customer experience. A stunning example is that staff took the elevator before us to transport dirty dishes. The breakfast was extremely messy with empty coffee machines, broken juice machines, ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

B&B Hotel Aachen-Hbf
Location
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Amrâth Grand Hotel de l'Empereur
Great location and facility
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Garner Hotel Maastricht by IHG
Convenient location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Novotel Aachen City
This was a very comfortable room,and all the staff were very helpful. There was no hand basin in the toilet in the room. Which is not sanitary. The breakfast was high standard. The downstairs bar was well stocked and the barman was welcoming.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Scharn

Heer
Visitors to Heer appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Maastricht Exhibition and Congress Centre and Maastricht Underground might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Wittevrouwenveld
Visitors to Wittevrouwenveld like its bars and theme parks, and De Geusselt Stadium is a sight worth a stop.

Vroendaal
When in Vroendaal, you can plan a visit to Maastricht Exhibition and Congress Centre and Maastricht Underground, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Céramique
If you're spending some time in Céramique, Bonnefanten Museum and Centre Ceramique are top sights worth seeing.

Wyck
Unique features of Wyck include the bars and river views. Make a stop by Centre Ceramique or Bonnefanten Museum while you're exploring the area.

Sint Maartenspoort
While Sint Maartenspoort isn't home to many top sights, Market and Dominicanenkerk are some notable places to visit nearby.
