University of Groningen
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University of Groningen
inspiratieGroningen is the city with the youngest population in the Netherlands because of the extensive number of students living there. There are a total of over 50,000 students in Third-Level Education.
Waddensea
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Waddensea
inspiratieMost people in the Netherlands have known this for years, but now it is official: the Wadden area is a world-class nature reserve. In June 2009, UNESCO proclaimed the Wadden Sea World Heritage, listing it together with famous scenic areas such as Yellowstone in the United States and the Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. This indicates that the Wadden Sea is of special importance to our planet.
Children’s outings
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Children’s outings
inspiratieChildren’s excursions. Groningen has various attractions where both parents and children are sure to have a great time.
Wierden village Ezinge
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Wierden village Ezinge
inspiratieWierden (artificial hillocks) are areas where centuries ago houses were protected from flooding by seawater. These protective measures against wind, water and marshes have left traces in the countryside. Set out on foot to explore the history of this area.
Lauwersmeer National Park
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Lauwersmeer National Park
inspiratieThe expansive Lauwersmeer National Park is perfect for exploring by bike via the numerous wonderfully mapped out routes. Those in good physical condition can take a tour around the Lauwersmeer Lake: a 45-kilometre stretch through the magnificent countryside. There are various shorter routes also.
Groningen Museum
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Groningen Museum
inspiratieThe Groningen Museum opposite the main railway station is the most distinctive museum in the Netherlands because of the striking building, designed by Italian architect Mendini, and because of its varying exhibitions.
Almhouses in Groningen
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Almhouses in Groningen
inspiratieIf you are looking for some quiet in the city, be sure to visit one of the over thirty courts of almshouses; small areas of tranquillity in the city, often hidden behind impressive doors. Originally, these small houses accommodated pilgrims and poor, sick and elderly people. A special almshouse walk takes in the most interesting ones.
Shopping in Groningen
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Shopping in Groningen
inspiratieShoppers are sure to find an enormous diversity and small-scale shops in Groningen, from design shops with the latest trends to accessories never seen before. There are streets with fragrant spices, streets with designer shops only, and streets with shops that sell original gifts. Shopping in Groningen is guaranteed fun.
Galleries
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Galleries
inspiratieModern, contemporary or classic, paintings, illustrations and installations: art lovers are sure to find everything they are looking for in Groningen. Both the city and the province have a huge supply of art.
Seal sanctuary Pieterburen
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Seal sanctuary Pieterburen
inspiratieThe Pieterburen seal sanctuary, property of ‘seal mother’ Lenie ’t Hart, takes in sick and weak seals, where they are nursed and cared for. The sanctuary is open all year round.
Fraeylemaborg estate house
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Fraeylemaborg estate house
inspiratieThe Fraeylemaborg in Slochteren is located on an approximately 31-hectare rural estate that dates mainly from the 19th century. The estate house, museum and park are open to the public all year round.
Village of Bourtange
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Village of Bourtange
inspiratieLocated in a part of east Groningen where history prevails, this fortress, which has been brought back to its old glory, has never been captured. The Bourtange fortress is open all year round and is open to the public free of charge.
Guided Tours
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Guided Tours
inspiratieWhat could possibly be a better way of exploring a city than on foot? Set out with an expert guide who knows all of the ins and outs of the city and is happy to tell you about them.
Wellness in Groningen
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Wellness in Groningen
inspiratieThe historic border village of Nieuweschans was given its new name of Bad Nieuweschans because of the spring water, which is pumped up from about 600 metres deep and used in the Fontana Bad Nieuweschans spa. Every year, this thermal bath draws over 200,000 people. Since 1985, the salt spring water is pumped directly into the spa and is rich in minerals.
Culinary
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Culinary
inspiratieIt may take some time to find the place in Groningen where you would like to eat: there are just so many restaurants and pubs that serve food: Italian, Scandinavian, Eastern, with or without a Michelin star and in any price category, ambiance and taste. Groningen has everything to offer connoisseurs of taste with a discerning palate.
Cycling
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Cycling
inspiratieOne of the advantages of Groningen is the fact that distances are moderate and so the city is ideal for a recreational bicycle trip. Groningen, once proclaimed the Bicycle City of the Netherlands, has many beautiful routes, and many bicycle tracks take in locations where cars are prohibited.
Churches
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Churches
inspiratieA fixed component of the Groningen countryside: wherever you look, you can always see proud church towers on the horizon of the province of Groningen. Having performed their services for many centuries, they have been retained as part of the cultural heritage of province and embellish the countryside.
Martinitower
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Martinitower
inspiratieThis tower can be climbed to the first gallery, from where there is a wonderful view of the south side of the city. Climb up to the bells for a view of the entire city.
Reitdiepdal
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Reitdiepdal
inspiratieThe Reitdiep is located on the spot where once the Hunze connected the city of Groningen with the sea. The valley and banks of the Reitdiep are part of the oldest man-made landscape in Europe.
The Grain Republic
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The Grain Republic
inspiratieIn the Oldambt region, farmers gradually reclaimed their land from the Dollard. The extensive grain fields made them very wealthy and they built houses like castles. After the corn prices dropped, the water was allowed to flow back into the area again, resulting in the Oldambt Lake. Author Frank Westerman describes the beauty of the area he named The Grain Republic.