A beautiful Palm Sunday in Limburg. The weather forecast was good so we went to Maastricht for lunch and a look around. Everything about it was lovely. What else would you expect from a city that would turn the remnants of its 13th century fortifications into a park?
As we neared Onze Lieve Vrouweplein, one of the central plazas, we encountered many mostly older folks carrying sprigs of foliage, presumably returning from Palm Sunday service at the Basilica of Our Lady, an 11th-century church. After lunch at one of the many cafes on the square we visited the lady chapel at the basilica.
We then explored on both sides of the river, enjoying the sunny day, cobblestone streets, and architectural styles spanning nearly a millenium. No shops were open but people were out in force, sunning in the park along the canal, enjoying a coffee at one of the many cafes or strolling with a gelato in hand.
Tomorrow is Maandag (Monday) so it's back to work, school and settling in. Thankfully we had today to pause and refresh!
This is so great to be able to keep up on what you are doing! Praying for all your adjustments and settling in. have a Blessed Holy Week!
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