Vrijthof
Vrijthof with St John's (red tower), St Servatius and the Main Guard Building. In the centre the bandstand | |
| Type | town square |
|---|---|
| Length | c. 160–190 m |
| Width | c. 100–120 m |
| Area | c. 1.5 ha |
| Location | Maastricht, Netherlands |
| Quarter | Binnenstad |
| Coordinates | 50°50′57″N 5°41′18″E / 50.849172°N 5.688419°E |
| Other | |
| Known for | 38 Rijksmonuments, pavement cafes, various events |
Vrijthof is a large urban square in the centre of Maastricht, Netherlands. The square developed from an ancient Roman and Frankish cemetery into a semi-private space that belonged to the Collegiate Church of Saint Servatius. In the 19th century, it became the town's main square. It is surrounded by important heritage buildings, museums, a theatre, and a range of hotels, restaurants, and bars. The square is regularly used for public events.