Timeline
14:00
Grab a coffee at Fiets & Wandelcafé A gen Kirk. This cosy little café sits right opposite the St. Martinus church, decorated from floor to roof with Christian art, statues and bibles. It is the perfect spot to warm up and get your bearings.
14:15
Step out into the main road to admire the St. Martinus church. This neo-Gothic Catholic church is one of the highest situated in the country. Its clearly visible from miles away and can't be missed. The side entrance is usually open during the day if you want to peek inside.
14:45
Walk seven minutes to Cuba Libre for lunch. The specialty here is sopa de platanos, a banana soup. It is not everyone's favourite, but it is interesting for sure. The owners have made this restaurant one of the most lively places in Vaals since it opened just a few years ago.
Local tip
The church side entrance is usually open during the day, but hours can vary. Check the route to Cuba Libre from the church if you need directions.
Check before you go
- Cuba Libre serves mains from €16.
- The side entrance of St. Martinus church is usually open during the day.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Vaals (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).