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- Maastricht is described as the most French of Dutch cities, with outdoor cafes, boutiques, and cobblestone streets that create a calm atmosphere.
- Cycling is prohibited in Maastricht's city center during shopping hours.
- Isabel Mesterom, a local accountant, says visitors from Amsterdam feel like they are on a French vacation.
- Camille Oostwegel Sr., a retired hotel owner and former honorary consul, recalls that President François Mitterrand admired Maastricht during a visit.
