The ENCI-groeve is a former limestone quarry on the southern edge of Maastricht, where chalk was extracted for cement production from 1926 until 2019. Since the factory closed, the site has been gradually transforming into a nature and recreation area, with striking geological rock faces. It also serves as an outdoor venue for festivals and large-scale events.
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Guided tour of the former ENCI quarry on Sint-Pietersberg, where you'll see how nature is slowly reclaiming the abandoned mining site.
Geology excursion through the ENCI quarry in Maastricht, exploring limestone and fossils dating back over 70 million years.
Family walk through Maastricht's ENCI quarry exploring fossils, mosasaurs and the wildlife living there today.
Guided walk through the ENCI quarry in Maastricht, where a former limestone mine is transforming into a nature reserve.
Discover how fossils form and learn to spot them yourself during an afternoon exploration of Sint-Pietersberg's historic quarry.
A programme at the ENCI quarry exploring the history of this Maastricht site, from prehistoric times to its current status as a national and municipal monument.