Charleroi Airport Brussels South (CRL) to Maastricht

The Drive from Charleroi to Maastricht

The route covers 116 km (72 miles) and leads from Wallonia across the Belgian countryside, past the Liège area and over the border into the Dutch province of Limburg. It is a regularly booked transfer, and the drivers know the roads well. Allow extra time if you travel during weekday rush hours, when traffic around Liège can slow down, or in winter, when rain, fog or snow can affect the motorways. If you have a train, a meeting or a hotel check-in waiting, build in a comfortable buffer.

Meeting Point at Charleroi Airport

Your driver waits at Starbucks with a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage, so you can walk over without searching.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

For couples, families and solo travellers, a private taxi is the natural choice. There is a version for 1-3 passengers and one for 1-4 passengers, which is useful if you travel with a few suitcases. Parties of up to eight people can book the 8-seat minibus, which offers more room for luggage. For school trips, sports teams, conference delegations and tour groups, the minibus range continues with 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56 and 64 seats. Choose the size that matches your headcount and let us know about any bulky luggage when you book.

About Maastricht

Maastricht is the capital of the Dutch province of Limburg and one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands. It sits on the River Meuse (Maas), close to the Belgian and German borders. Visitors come for its compact historic centre, cobbled squares such as the Vrijthof, the Basilica of Saint Servatius, and the many cafés and restaurants. The city is also known for the 1992 Maastricht Treaty, for its university and for its large international fairs and events. The centre is best explored on foot, so a transfer straight to your hotel door saves time.

Where to Stay in Maastricht

Several long-established hotels are found in and around the centre:

• Kruisherenhotel Maastricht is set in a former monastery with a striking church interior, and is one of the city's best-known hotels.
• Hotel Derlon is a established address in the old town, close to the main squares and shopping streets.
• Grand Hotel de l'Empereur is a traditional hotel on Keizer Karelplein, within easy reach of the Meuse and the historic centre.

Give your driver the full hotel name and address when you book, as parts of the old centre have restricted access and the driver can then choose the closest drop-off point.