Treasure chamber of the Basilica of St. Servatius

Treasure chamber of the Basilica of St. Servatius (Basiliek van Sint Servaas)
With its impressive exterior, this treasure chamber is filled with tradition, history, religious culture and art. This is where Maastricht cherishes its greatest treasures: the shrine of St. Servatius, also called the Noodkist, is the most precious of these and contains part of the skeleton of St. Servatius, the first bishop of the Netherlands. The shrine is a beautiful example of Maasland (Meuse region) master craftsmanship, and once every seven years it is paraded through the streets of Maastricht during a procession displaying various precious religious artefacts. The treasure chamber also contains the drinking cup and bust of St. Servatius as well as various other objects attributed to the city's patron saint, such as the bishop’s staff, the pectoral cross, the pilgrim’s staff and the key. A great many richly decorated reliquaries made of precious metals or ivory are displayed around these precious objects. The large collection of silk fabrics from the 6th century is unique, and various paintings and statues complete the collection. 


Admission fees to the treasure room including the basilica: 

- Adults: €3.80
- 65+/18-/Students: €2.30
- Children 18 or younger (accompanied by a parent): free
- Groups (of 9 or more): €3.30 p.p.
- Groups of pupils/students under teacher supervision: €1.50 p.p. 

Note: You must be able to produce proof of age/identification on request.
Opening hours: 
Weekdays from 10 AM to 5 PM; 
Sundays from 12:30 - 5:00 PM; 
Guided tours: May to Oct 1 PM and 3 PM