CLOSED-DOOR: Shaping new futures after industrial transitions: Site visit to Heerlen
May 29, 2026 | 7:30 AM - 11:00 AMSL Room 2.4 Congo
May 29, 2026 | 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
SL Room 2.4 Congo
Description
This side event offers a unique opportunity to explore Heerlen, a neighbouring city to Maastricht located in the Province of Limburg, just a 20-minute direct train ride from Maastricht Central Station.
A former mining city, Heerlen is undergoing a significant transformation, with Heerlen-Noord selected as one of 20 neighbourhoods under the Dutch National Programme on Liveability and Safety. The visit will provide first-hand insights into how place-based approaches are addressing local inequalities, reshaping community identity, and driving inclusive development.