About Lumière

About Lumiere

Lumière is the place where you can catch up with the latest international arthouse-films, lose yourself in an engrossing documentary, and finally get the chance to see that enduring film classic.
Vooraanzicht Lumière: het gebouw en het terras aan het water

At Lumière Maastricht, you experience film at its very best. From the latest arthouse films and impressive documentaries to acclaimed Oscar winners, film classics, and special children’s films: with more than 300 films per year, there is always something to discover for all ages.

But Lumière is more than just a cinema. It is a place where people come together to experience films, meet creators, and discover new stories. We organize festivals, premieres, children’s activities, and special events, often in collaboration with cultural and social partners. Through our education program, Lumière Lab, we introduce children, young people, and students to the power of film and visual culture, while inspiring a new generation of viewers and creators.

Beyond the screening rooms, Lumière is also a place to meet and connect. In our Grand Café, you can enjoy a quick bite before or after a film, a good glass of wine, or drinks into the late hours. On sunny days, our waterside terrace is one of the most beautiful spots in the city to enjoy the view and the lively atmosphere of the Sphinxkwartier. This same open atmosphere makes Lumière a popular venue for a wide range of cultural initiatives, presentations, gatherings, premieres, and private screenings.

Since September 2016, Lumière has been located in a beautiful historic building in Maastricht’s Sphinx Quarter. This former power station, dating from 1910, still breathes the atmosphere of its past. Many original materials and ornaments have been preserved in the Grand Café, allowing the building’s history to remain tangible.

Lumière Cinema is a proud member of the Netherlands Association of Film Theatres (NFO) and the Netherlands Association of Cinemas and Film Theatres (NVBF).

More about Lumière

History

History

Lumière has a long tradition of showcasing alternative films.

Sustainability

To make the arthouse cinema of Maastricht even more future-proof, sustainability is more important than ever.

ANBI

Lumière Cinema has been officially designated by the tax authorities as a Cultural ANBI, meaning it is a Public Benefit Organization with a cultural mission.

Mission & Vision

We are the arthouse cinema for everyone in Maastricht: a vibrant, connecting, and indispensable meeting place where residents and locals can experience the diversity of film together.

50 Years of Lumière

From Stichting Filmhuis Maastricht to Lumière: in 2026, we celebrate our 50th anniversary!

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Lumière Maastricht
Bassin 88, 6211 AK Maastricht
043 - 321 40 80
info@lumiere.nl

Monday & Tuesday: 18:00 – 21:30
Wednesday: 09:30 – 21:30
Thursday – Saturday: 13:00 – 21:30
Sunday: 10:30 – 21:30