You start the canoe trip from the Maastricht village of Itteren.

You can park on our parking lot on the corner of Pasestraat/Op de Meer (Itteren/Maastricht)

Please do not park in the surrounding streets!

From here it is a 2-minute walk to the boarding point.

In the street 'Op de Meer' you take the second left up the dike.

Attention! You are not allowed to park here!

Het eindpunt van de kanotocht is in het dorpje Meers op ongeveer 50 meter afstand van Cafe “de Witte Borstel”, Koevaart 15 Meers (Elsloo)

You will only truly discover the Meuse Valley when you have experienced it by paddling and cycling.
You will only truly discover the Meuse Valley when you have experienced it by paddling and cycling. Enjoy paddling downstream in one of our canoes, kayaks or rafts. Upstream you will follow a cycle route through the region of almost 10 kilometers and get to know the character of this beautiful part of Limburg.

Starttijden | 12:00u | 13:00 u
You start the canoe trip from the Maastricht village of Itteren.

You can park on our parking lot on the corner of Pasestraat/Op de Meer (Itteren/Maastricht) 

Please do not park in the surrounding streets!

For the starting point of the canoe trip, leave our parking lot and turn left into the street 'Op de Meer' and take the second left up the dike. (+-200m)

Attention! You are not allowed to park here on the dike!

Here you will receive the rented materials and clear safety instructions.

Brasserie Brigidahoeve

Vanaf 11:00u zijn jullie van harte welkom bij Brasserie & Ijssalon Brigidahoeve die gelegen is aan ons startpunt in Itteren. Hier kunnen jullie genieten van een hapje en een drankje. Zorg er wel voor dat je voor 13:00u bij de opstapplaats bent.

Let op! Buiten het hoogseizoen is de Brasserie NIET elke dag geopend.

Waterproof products

You can optionally order waterproof bags in different sizes when making your reservation.

Of course you can also bring your own waterproof bag or barrel. 

It is greatly appreciated if you lift the canoes to the water in pairs. If this is not possible, please ask for help. Once you have stepped in, you will feel the peace of the Meuse valley after a few strokes of paddling.

The canoe trip takes approximately 2 hours

(the duration of the canoe trip depends on the water level and of course also varies per person.)

Read below the options on how to get back after the 11km canoe trip across the Grensmaas.

Canoe & Bicycle combination:
The end point of the canoe trip is also the starting point of the bike ride. Here you will receive a map with clear instructions for the bike route and a Gazelle MPB single speed with back-pedal brake. Then you can start the second part of the adventure.

The bike tour takes approximately 45 min/60 min

Canoe & Taxi Combi
If you have chosen the Canoe & Taxi Combi, the end point of the canoe trip is also the point where we will pick you up with one of our vans. 

A single ride takes about 20 minutes.

We do our best to plan the rides as well as possible, but this depends on how people arrive back. Sometimes the bus has just left and you have to wait a while. Now the area and the terrace of Café “de Witte Borstel” are not a bad place to wait a while.

Own transport
Of course, you can also choose to arrange your own transportation. If you come with multiple cars, you can also put one of the cars at the end point in advance and then pick up the other car at the starting point in Itteren at the end of the tour.

A single ride takes about 20 minutes.

Any other variations you can think of are of course also fine!

End point of the canoe trip: Parking lot behind Café “de Witte Borstel”, Koevaart 15 Meers (Elsloo).

The bikes are ready at the end of the canoe trip along the banks of the Maas (50 meters from 'Café De Witte Börstel'). Here you will receive a map with clear instructions.

You can park on our parking lot on the corner of Pasestraat/Op de Meer (Itteren/Maastricht)

Please do not park in the surrounding streets!

From here it is a 2-minute walk to the boarding point.

In the street 'Op de Meer' you take the second left up the dike. Attention! You are not allowed to park here!

We will arrange the return transport ourselves

You can then park your car in advance in the parking lot behind Cafe “de Witte Borstel”, Koevaart 15 6181 PL Meers (Stein). This is 100 meters from the end point of the canoe trip.

Want to come canoeing today? Please give us a call:

• +31 6 4516 2121

Geld terug garantie, natuurlijk ook bij slecht weer!
We only want happy and satisfied customers, that's why we have a 'Money back guarantee.' If the tour cannot go ahead due to unforeseen circumstances or bad weather, we will first see if we can move the tour to another date. If that doesn't work, you will of course get the full amount refunded.

What exactly does the money back guarantee entail?
Our ‘Money Back Guarantee’ means that you will receive a full refund if you cancel your reservation by email 48 hours before the reservation date. Also keep an eye on the weather forecast and decide 48 hours before the reservation date whether or not you want to continue the tour.

Kano Maastricht can cancel the trip at any time if the weather causes unsafe situations. For example; thunderstorms, high water level/strong current, strong wind and/or rainfall.

What if I cancel too late?
If the reservation is not cancelled within the agreed 48 hours, we are forced to charge the costs.

It is important to stay in touch with each other if there is any doubt as to whether the activity can go ahead due to the weather. Discussions about possible cancellations can be made by telephone, but cancellations can only be made by email.

Cancellation for groups
If a group arrangement has been booked in combination with food and/or drinks etc., the cancellation must be communicated by the tenant to both Kano Maastricht and the Brigidahoeve, Café De Witte Börstel or any other party involved 7 days before the reservation date.

If the reservation is not made within the agreed period of 7 days, any costs incurred will be charged.

General terms and conditions

When booking online you can buy waterproof bags from us. We have the following sizes available: 2 liters, 10 liters & 20 liters. We also have a very handy waterproof phone case with neck cord, so you can safely continue to use your phone in the boat. Click here for prices

You are of course free to use your own barrels or waterproof bags.

If you have not opted for the Canoe & Bicycle Combi, you can choose to use our taxi service. 

Please note! This must be reserved in advance.

Of course, you can also choose to arrange your own transportation. If you come with multiple cars, you can park one of these cars in advance in the parking lot behind Cafe "de Witte Borstel", Koevaart 15 6181 PL Meers (Stein) This is 100 meters from the end point of the canoe trip.

A single journey from Meers/Elsloo to Itteren/Maastricht takes approximately 20 minutes.

• Please reserve in advance.
• Purchase a waterproof bag or phone case when booking online, or bring your own waterproof bag or barrel to store your valuables such as phones, keys, wallets and clothes.
• Dress according to the weather forecast.
• Wear clothes and sturdy shoes that can get wet.
• Put on your nicest cap or hat to protect yourself from the sun.
• On hot days, make sure you have enough water and something to eat on board.
• Apply plenty of sunscreen.
• The chances of capsizing are slim, but you can always be unlucky. So make sure you have a set of dry clothes.
• Make sure you have a phone with you so you can contact us for questions or emergencies. You can buy waterproof phone cases from us.
• Besides your phone, do not take any expensive items or items with sentimental value with you on the trip. 
• Bring a bag to put your waste in so that you can take it back with you neatly.

Alcohol and drugs are NOT allowed during the trip. We expect you to respect these rules. Safety is our top priority!

It is a relaxing trip with adventurous and sometimes exciting moments that is certainly suitable for children, provided there is sufficient guidance and supervision by adults. If there are children in the group, always stay together and make sure that in the first boat of the group there is an adult and that the group is also closed by a canoe, kayak or raft with an adult/supervisor

Yes! Wearing a life jacket is mandatory during the entire trip! Also listen carefully to the instructions you receive before departure.

Yes, you can. Remember that you're paddling through a nature reserve with wild horses, Galloway cattle and lots of other animals and birds.
The animals in the nature reserve must be able to go about their business undisturbed. So keep your dog on a leash, especially when mooring.

Attention! Never attach the dog's leash to the boat. If you capsize, the dog must be able to swim away.

Yes, that is allowed. There are enough beautiful places where you can pull over to have a picnic. Clean up everything neatly and take your rubbish back with you in the boat. Keep enough distance from the animals!

We think that enjoying yourself, relaxing and having fun is perhaps the most important thing. You certainly don't have to paddle like crazy to get back in no time. However, there is a definite end time. The canoe trip takes about +- 2 hours. This depends on the water level. Make sure you are back at the end point about 3 hours after departure. Also consult with the instructor, often everything is possible and then we can take that into account.

The water level of the Meuse is determined by rainfall. The level can drop in a short time, but it can certainly also rise. There are always risks during the trip. We cannot exclude the risks, but we can limit them to a minimum.

• Listen carefully to the instructions!
• Keep your life jacket on.
• Take good care of each other.
• Stay close to each other.
• Do not jump into the water unnecessarily.
• Help each other out where necessary, but always ensure your own safety first.
• Alcohol and drugs are prohibited.
• Make sure there are enough supervisors/adults in groups with minors. If the balance is not right, we will not let you participate in the canoe trip.
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Water recreation with small boats propelled by muscle power (such as canoeing, kayaking and rafting) on ​​the common Maas between Lanaken/Borgharen and Kinrooi/Stevensweert is not easy. The common Maas is a rain river, the level of which can change very strongly and very quickly. The flow rate of the water also varies from place to place and according to the (different) weather conditions. Every canoeist must therefore take into account the capricious nature of the common Maas. Don't be surprised. Sail safely and be prepared for unexpected situations.

Rijkswaterstaat & Vlaamse waterweg