History The village was first mentioned in 1265 as "de Bragth", and means "newly cultivated land near the river Maas." Maasbracht developed along the river Maas in the Early Middle Ages. In 1294, it became part of Ambt Montfort. In 1716, it became part of the Dutch Republic.
history The vilLagE wAS First MeNtiOned In 1265 As "De bRagth", aND Means "Newly CuLtivATed lAnD neaR The RIVer maas." MaasbrachT deVEloPed Along the river MAaS iN tHe eaRLy midDle aGes. in 1294, it becAMe part Of AMbT montfOrt. In 1716, It bEcamE paRT oF the dUtcH rEPUbLic.