TEFAF Maastricht 2026: Your Complete Visitor Guide
π Europe
14-19 March 2026
MECC Maastricht, Forum 100, 6229 GV Maastricht, The Netherlands
π Event Overview
TEFAF Maastricht 2026
Launch your art expedition at TEFAF Maastricht 2026! Secure the MECC dates, book your tickets, explore legendary dealers and rare treasures, and immerse yourself in 7,000 years of art history β from ancient antiquities and Old Masters to cutting-edge contemporary art, design, jewelry, and photography.
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Dates:14β19 March 2026 -
Location:MECC Maastricht β Forum 100, 6229 GV Maastricht, The Netherlands
About TEFAF Maastricht
The European Fine Art Fair (TEFAF Maastricht) is considered one of the worldβs leading art fairs, bringing together top galleries, dealers, and collectors from across the globe. Since its foundation in 1988, TEFAF has set the standard in the international art market for excellence, authenticity, and expertise.
Every year, the fair transforms the city of Maastricht into a cultural hub where masterpieces spanning 7,000 years of art history are displayed: from classical antiquities and Old Master paintings to modern art, contemporary works, jewelry, and design objects.
TEFAF is renowned not only for the quality of its exhibitors but also for its rigorous vetting process, ensuring that every artwork meets the highest standards of authenticity and condition. This has built TEFAFβs reputation as a trusted and prestigious platform for collectors and museums worldwide.
Beyond the sales, TEFAF has become a meeting point for the international art community. Visitors experience not only exceptional art but also lectures, curated programs, and networking opportunities with the worldβs leading curators, scholars, and patrons. Attending TEFAF is more than visiting an art fair β it is an immersion into a unique atmosphere of cultural refinement, elegance, and discovery.
The European Fine Art Fair (TEFAF Maastricht) is considered one of the worldβs leading art fairs, bringing together top galleries, dealers, and collectors from across the globe. Since its foundation in 1988, TEFAF has set the standard in the international art market for excellence, authenticity, and expertise.
Every year, the fair transforms the city of Maastricht into a cultural hub where masterpieces spanning 7,000 years of art history are displayed: from classical antiquities and Old Master paintings to modern art, contemporary works, jewelry, and design objects.
TEFAF is renowned not only for the quality of its exhibitors but also for its rigorous vetting process, ensuring that every artwork meets the highest standards of authenticity and condition. This has built TEFAFβs reputation as a trusted and prestigious platform for collectors and museums worldwide.
Beyond the sales, TEFAF has become a meeting point for the international art community. Visitors experience not only exceptional art but also lectures, curated programs, and networking opportunities with the worldβs leading curators, scholars, and patrons. Attending TEFAF is more than visiting an art fair β it is an immersion into a unique atmosphere of cultural refinement, elegance, and discovery.
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Mission:To present the finest vetted art worldwide, with unmatched scholarly rigor and transparency -
Organizer:TEFAF β The European Fine Art Foundation (since 1988)
π Key Highlights of TEFAF 2026
- Over 260+ top international dealers from 20 countries.
- Museum-quality objects β spanning antiquities, Old Masters, jewelry, design, photography & modern art.
- World-renowned vetting system: authenticity, condition, provenance rigorously checked.
- City-wide cultural program β Maastricht comes alive with exhibitions, gastronomy and events.
π‘ Why Attend TEFAF 2026?
- Discover Masterworks Across Millennia From Egyptian artifacts to Picasso β the fair unites the entire spectrum of art history.
- Buy with Confidence All works undergo TEFAFβs legendary vetting process, ensuring integrity and authenticity.
- Network at the Highest Level Collectors, curators, museum directors, art advisors β the art world gathers here.
- Immerse in Culture The historic city of Maastricht offers museums, medieval streets, and fine dining to complete your trip.
ποΈ Ticket Information
- Single Entry: TBA.
- Multi-Pass: TBA.
- Premium Pass: TBA.
- FREE Days: TBA.
π Getting There:
- π By Train: Maastricht-Randwyck Station (250m from MECC) with frequent links to Maastricht Central.
- π Three-Country Train (2024 launch): connects Maastricht β Heerlen β Aachen; fast access to LiΓ¨ge, Antwerp, Paris, Brussels, London, Cologne, Frankfurt, DΓΌsseldorf.
- π By Bus: Every 5 minutes from city center/Central Station to Forum MECC.
- π By Taxi: 10β15 min ride from downtown Maastricht.
- π By Car: Large on-site parking, EV charging available at P4.
- βοΈ By Air: Several international airports within 1h drive; partner shuttle transfers available.
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π History of TEFAF
- 1988: Founded, setting new standards in art fairs.
- 2000β2015: Grows into Europeβs most prestigious fair.
- 2016: Expands to TEFAF New York, focusing on modern and contemporary.
- Today: A global benchmark of quality, trust & scholarship.
π― Mission of TEFAF 2026
- Champion Excellence β museum-quality across all categories.
- Guarantee Trust β worldβs strictest vetting system.
- Advance Scholarship β support via TEFAF Museum Restoration Fund.
- Foster Community β connecting global dealers, institutions & collectors.
π Tips for Visitors of TEFAF 2026
- β° Visit weekdays for fewer crowds.
- πΊ Plan your route: shortlist must-see dealers.
- π Wear comfortable shoes
- π¬ Talk to gallerists β ask about provenance, history and literature.
- π¦ Buying? Clarify shipping, insurance & VAT on-site.
- π· Book restaurants/museums early β Maastricht is buzzing during fair week.
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