Join the walk In Case of Emergency on Saturday, 11 April at 11:00 a.m. The walk is conducted in English and is free to attend; however, we kindly ask you to register via info@bureau-europa.nl. We gather at the side of the Bureau Europa building at the wooden benches.
Maastricht has a history of hiding, concealment, and fortification. From medieval city walls to later defensive structures that have shaped the cityscape for centuries—or have only been reopened to the public in the past decade. Air-raid shelters, bunkers, lookout posts, and tunnels remain hidden from view. During the Second World War, a strong underground infrastructure of shelters was created, for people as well as for world-famous artworks. During the threats of the Cold War, Civil Defence (BB) made preparations throughout the city. After all, you never know when an emergency might strike.
Distance: 5 km
Duration: 2–2.5 hours
View the walk here.