The European Fine Art Fair (Tefaf) continues to be held in the relatively remote Dutch city of Maastricht, despite logistical challenges like transport strikes and limited hotel options. The fair's organizers and the city actively resist recurring suggestions to relocate to a more accessible hub like Brussels, citing a commitment to the location and undisclosed financial support from local authorities.
Tefaf's success in Maastricht is attributed to its unique, distraction-free environment that fosters concentrated buying and selling. Dealers praise the fair's beauty, quality, and cost-effectiveness, while the very lack of competing attractions in the small city ensures visitors focus on the art, leading to strong immediate sales. The fair's entrenched identity and logistical ecosystem make a move unlikely.