Mining permit for using limestone quarries (marl caves)
Do you want to use a (former) limestone quarry in the province of Limburg for, for example, research, a tour, or an event? Or for extracting limestone? You need a licence from the provincial authority.
Applying for a mining permit for other purposes
Do you want to use the limestone quarry for other purposes? For instance for:
- wandering the caves (berglopen)
- hospitality
- (guided) tours
- mushroom cultivation
- cultural-historical research
- research into flora and fauna, for example a bat census
- geological research
You need to apply for a mining permit for other purposes to the province of Limburg. The permit specifies when and for how long you may use the quarry and for which purpose.
Mining permit for extracting limestone
Do you want to extract limestone (marl)? You need to apply for a mining permit for extracting limestone (marl) to the province of Limburg. The permit states when and for how long you may use the quarry and for which purpose.
Online application procedure via Message Box
You can submit your permit application digitally with the province of Limburg via Message Box. Message Box is a secure email system that enables entrepreneurs to exchange digital messages with Dutch government agencies.