Nestling in the Limburg hills enveloped by Germany and Belgium, Maastricht has been a vital European crossroad since Julius Caesar's legions dropped in 2,000 years ago. More recently, this truly international city has also hosted top-level summits producing important agreements among the members of the European Union.

Just five minutes from the ancient city centre?s cheerful caf?s, gourmet restaurants and stylish boutiques, MECC Maastricht itself is a modern, compact yet comprehensive venue, housing two auditoriums, 29 conference rooms, an expo foyer, three exhibition halls and the 4* Golden Tulip Maastricht and 3* Tulip Inn (274 rooms) ? all under one roof. Also on site are a business centre and a fitness centre. In-house services include MECC Hotel & Transport Service and an upmarket catering service run by Maison van den Boer. MECC Maastricht is easily accessible by train, road and air.