Muziekgieterij in Maastricht
Muziekgieterij is Maastricht's pop venue in the former Timmerfabriek, with a 1,100-capacity main hall, a 420-capacity small hall and live music several nights a week.
Photo credits
The exterior of Muziekgieterij in Maastricht's Sphinxkwartier, showing the facade of the former tram depot on the Boschstraat.: Kleon3 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answers
- Main hall
- 1,100 (850 floor + 250 balcony)
- Address
- Richie Backfireplein 106211 AE Maastricht
- Small hall
- 420
- Nearest stop
- Boschstraat/Maagdendries, 5 min
- From Maastricht CS
- 1.6 km; 25 min walk or bus
- Nearest parking
- Sphinxterrein, 5 min walk
- Bags
- A4 max; lockers from €3.50
- Typical night
- Doors 19:30, start 20:00-20:30
- Contact
- +31 (0)43 343 3337
Holidays at Muziekgieterij
Open on the holidays: these nights are in the agenda.
- New Year's EveNYE Festival 26'
Concert at Muziekgieterij: upcoming events
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How many people fit in Muziekgieterij?
The main hall holds 1,100 people: 850 standing on the floor and 250 on the balcony. The small hall holds 420. For a seated concert the main hall is set up with 250 seats.
Each hall is counted on its own; this profile's maximum is the main hall's 1,100, with the small hall's 420 listed separately. The main hall is the larger concert hall; the small hall is the intimate room. The table compares them with Nieuwe Nor in Heerlen and Poppodium Volt in Sittard, the two South Limburg pop venues Wikipedia names alongside Muziekgieterij.
| Venue | Capacity | Where | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muziekgieterij - Grote Zaal | 1,100 (850 floor + 250 balcony); 250 seated | Richie Backfireplein 10, Maastricht | Muziekgieterij |
| Muziekgieterij - Kleine Zaal | 420 | Richie Backfireplein 10, Maastricht | Muziekgieterij |
| Nieuwe Nor, Heerlen | More than a thousand across two halls | Heerlen | Wikipedia |
| Poppodium Volt, Sittard | 600 for events with both halls combined | Sittard | Poppodium Volt |
Seating plan: standing floor, balcony and the 250-seat setup
- Main hall floor
- 850 standing
- Balcony
- 250 standing
- Seated setup
- 250 seats
- Small hall
- 420 standing
- Stool request
- At least 3 days before the show
There is no fixed seating plan. Concerts are standing: the floor in front of the stage and the balcony above it. When a show is seated, the main hall is set up with 250 seats, and the event page says so.
The balcony gives a clear view over the standing crowd; the floor is where the audience stands and moves. Neither area has numbered seats.
For a stool, ask at least three days before the show. The number is limited, and a stool is for the person who needs support, not for comfort. Rollators, scooters and your own stool are not allowed in the hall; walking sticks are.
Tickets, door times and entry at Muziekgieterij
Tickets are sold through Stager. E-tickets are sent 48 hours before the event to prevent resale; if they have not arrived, request them on the ticket-support page. Resale is only through TicketSwap, and the venue advises against other resellers. Presale often starts on Friday at 10:00.
Doors are usually open at 19:30, and the show starts at 20:00 or 20:30. The event page gives the exact door time, start and expected end; the start can differ from the time on your ticket. Most concerts end between 22:00 and 23:00.
Entry is cashless: no cash at the door or the bar, and no coins. Concerts are open to visitors from 14 unless the event says otherwise; dance events are 18+. Bring valid ID.
- Tickets
- Stager; e-tickets 48 hours before the event
- Resale
- TicketSwap only
- Doors
- Usually 19:30
- Start
- 20:00 or 20:30
- End
- Usually between 22:00 and 23:00
- Payment
- Cashless
- Age
- 14+; dance events 18+
Bags and lockers: what fits and what stays behind
Bags larger than A4 are not allowed in the hall. Bring little: there is no space for large bags or other luggage. If you need a bag for medical reasons, tell a staff member at the entrance.
Lockers cost from €3.50. The medium locker is 224 x 300 x 400 mm; the large one is 450 x 300 x 400 mm and fits a vinyl record. Book online before your visit or scan the QR code in the queue, pay, and you receive an email from Keynius with the buttons to open and release the locker.
- Bag limit
- A4
- Lockers
- From €3.50
- Medium locker
- 224 x 300 x 400 mm
- Large locker
- 450 x 300 x 400 mm
Accessibility: wheelchairs, stools and the entrance
Both halls are accessible to wheelchair users, but there are no reserved wheelchair spaces and no seats. If you need room in front of the stage or on the balcony, arrive early: once the hall fills, those places are hard to reach. Accessible toilets are available, though they are busy at peak times.
The lift does not work during a fire, so balcony evacuation is harder for wheelchair users. The wheelchair entrance is at the back of the building: from Sphinx car park go north along Boschstraat, turn right at the lights, right again after the white building, and follow Fransensingel to Richie Backfireplein 10; there is a ramp at the entrance.
A stool for medical reasons can be requested up to three days before the show; the number is limited. Rollators, scooters and your own stool are not allowed in the hall; walking sticks are. Alpine hearing protection costs €6.50 in the foyer.
- Wheelchair spaces
- None reserved; arrive early
- Accessible toilets
- Yes
- Lift
- Not usable during a fire
- Stool request
- At least 3 days before the show
- Hearing protection
- Alpine, €6.50 in the foyer
Eating and drinking at Muziekgieterij
The foyer kitchen is open from 17:00 to 20:00 on concert and event days. The foyer is closed on days without an event. Reserve a table by email if you want to eat before the show.
The house beer is Encore, a golden-blond tripel with citrus, brewed with Zuyd Craft and available since spring 2025. The bar is cashless.
- Kitchen
- 17:00-20:00 on event days
- Closed
- Days without an event
- Table booking
- By email
- House beer
- Encore, golden-blond tripel with citrus
Getting to Muziekgieterij: train, bus and bike
From Maastricht station the venue is 1.6 km away: about 25 minutes on foot, or a bus to Boschstraat/Maagdendries followed by a 5-minute walk. The stop is 350 m from the entrance.
The visitor entrance is at the back of the building at Richie Backfireplein 10, next to Filmhuis Lumière; for navigation use Bassin 88, 6211 AK Maastricht. The office entrance is at Boschstraat 5.
Bikes can be parked free in the covered racks for 300 bikes next to the venue.
Late shows: concerts usually end between 22:00 and 23:00, and club nights can start at 23:30. The venue's route page lists no night buses or taxi rank. The buses above are the only public transport it documents, so check the last departure with the operator before you travel; after that, the 25-minute walk to Maastricht station or a taxi are the practical options.
Parking at Muziekgieterij: Sphinxterrein, Frontenpark and Bassin
The nearest car park is Sphinxterrein, 360 m or a 5-minute walk from the entrance. Q-Park Frontenpark (550 m, 8 min) and Q-Park Bassin (620 m, 9 min) are a little further; both give Muziekgieterij visitors a discount when the space is booked ahead. Frontenpark costs from €18 per day. Q-Park Mosae Forum (870 m, 12 min) and Q-Park De Griend (1,310 m, 18 min) are further out; De Griend has 346 spaces and is the fallback when the closer garages fill.
Sphinxterrein and Frontenpark together have more than 1,100 spaces. The venue is at the start of Maastricht's zero-emission zone, so check whether your car may enter the city centre.
| Car park | Address | Walk | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sphinxterrein | Sphinxterrein, Maastricht | 5 min (360 m) | Paid; 400 spaces |
| Q-Park Frontenpark | Frontensingel, Maastricht | 8 min (550 m) | From €18 per day; 1,308 spaces |
| Q-Park Bassin | Maastrichter Grachtstraat 21 | 9 min (620 m) | Paid; 397 spaces; Muziekgieterij discount when booked ahead |
| Q-Park Mosae Forum | Maasboulevard 40 | 12 min (870 m) | Paid; 1,089 spaces |
| Q-Park De Griend | Griend 4, 6221 AJ Maastricht | 18 min (1,310 m) | Paid; 346 spaces |
Contact and opening hours
- Address
- Richie Backfireplein 10, 6211 AE Maastricht
- Office
- Boschstraat 5, 6211 AS Maastricht
- Phone
- +31 (0)43 343 3337
- [email protected]
- Office hours
- Weekdays 9:00-17:00
Official links
Photos
Photo credits
The exterior of Muziekgieterij in Maastricht's Sphinxkwartier, showing the facade of the former tram depot on the Boschstraat.: Kleon3 · CC BY-SA 4.0
A packed main hall at Muziekgieterij Maastricht during a concert, with the crowd facing the stage and the band under lights.: Muziekgieterij
A band on the main stage of Muziekgieterij Maastricht in front of a full audience under stage lights.: Muziekgieterij
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Muziekgieterij: questions people ask
How many people fit in Muziekgieterij?
The main hall holds 1,100: 850 standing on the floor and 250 on the balcony. The small hall holds 420. A seated concert in the main hall uses 250 seats.
What is the difference between the main hall and the small hall?
The main hall is the larger room, with a standing floor for 850 and a balcony for 250. The small hall holds 420 and is the intimate room for smaller concerts and club nights.
Is there a seating plan at Muziekgieterij?
There is no fixed seating plan. Concerts are standing on the floor and the balcony. Seated shows use a 250-seat setup, and the event page says when that applies.
Can I sit during a concert?
Only if the event is announced as seated. For medical reasons you can request a stool up to three days before the show; the number is limited and a stool is for the person who needs it, not for comfort.
What time do doors open and concerts start?
Doors usually open at 19:30. Shows usually start at 20:00 or 20:30 and end between 22:00 and 23:00. The event page gives the exact door time, start and expected end.
How do I get to Muziekgieterij from Maastricht station?
The venue is 1.6 km from the station, about 25 minutes on foot. Buses 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 15, 45, 62, 63, 206, 20a and 650 stop at Boschstraat/Maagdendries, a 5-minute walk away.
Where can I park near Muziekgieterij?
Sphinxterrein is the nearest car park, a 5-minute walk. Q-Park Frontenpark (8 min) and Q-Park Bassin (9 min) give a Muziekgieterij discount when booked ahead; Frontenpark costs from €18 per day.
Are there lockers at Muziekgieterij?
Yes. Lockers cost from €3.50 and come in two sizes: 224 x 300 x 400 mm and 450 x 300 x 400 mm. Book online or scan the QR code in the queue; a Keynius email opens the locker.
Can I bring a bag?
Bags larger than A4 are not allowed in the hall; there is no space for large bags. Use a locker, and tell staff if you need a bag for medical reasons.
Is Muziekgieterij accessible for wheelchair users?
Both halls are accessible, but there are no reserved wheelchair spaces and no seats. Arrive early for a place in front of the stage or on the balcony. Accessible toilets are available; the lift does not work during a fire.
What is the minimum age at Muziekgieterij?
Concerts are open from 14 unless the event says otherwise; younger visitors need an adult. Dance events are 18+. Bring valid ID.
Can I eat at Muziekgieterij?
The foyer kitchen is open from 17:00 to 20:00 on event days; the foyer is closed on days without a concert. Reserve a table by email if you want to eat before the show.
Is there hearing protection at Muziekgieterij?
Alpine hearing protection costs €6.50 per set in the foyer.
Can I take photos at Muziekgieterij?
A smartphone or simple camera is fine, without flash. Professional equipment needs the artist's permission and press accreditation.
Is Muziekgieterij cashless?
Yes. The entrance and bar are cashless: pay by card or phone, and no coins are used.
How do I get tickets and what if they do not arrive?
Buy through the event page; tickets come from Stager and are sent 48 hours before the show. If they have not arrived, request them on the ticket-support page. Resale is only via TicketSwap.
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