Groningen, Netherlands

Groningen

A lively student city in the north, full of bikes and cafés.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Groningen

Day 1

  1. MorningClimb the Martini Tower for the view over the city and the flat countryside.
  2. AfternoonVisit the colourful Groninger Museum on its island in the canal, then the Prinsenhof garden.
  3. EveningJoin the students in the bars of the Poelestraat and the Peperstraat.

Day 2

Walk on the Wadden Sea mudflats with a guide, or visit the Fraeylemaborg manor.

What to eat

Groninger koek, a spiced rye cake, and a local craft beer.

Local tips

Make the most of Groningen

Beat the crowds

Groningen is lively and young, especially in the evenings around the Grote Markt.

Best photo spot

The Martinitoren tower from the Grote Markt, and the Groninger Museum on the water.

Getting there

Trains connect with the rest of the Netherlands. The centre is very bike-friendly.

Don't miss nearby

The Wadden Sea coast and the villages of the Groningen countryside, with old churches on mounds.

Good to know

Climb the Martinitoren for the view. Half the people here are students, so the city is lively until late.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Groningen

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Plan your visit

Getting to Groningen

Getting there

  • Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ)11 km away
  • Bremen Airport (BRE)150 km away
  • Amsterdam145 km away
  • Bremen150 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryNetherlands

Questions

Groningen: good to know

Is Groningen worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A lively student city in the north, full of bikes and cafés.

How many days do you need in Groningen?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Groningen?

You can visit all year. Groningen is lively and young, especially in the evenings around the Grote Markt.

How do you get to Groningen?

The nearest airport is Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ), about 11 km away. Trains connect with the rest of the Netherlands. The centre is very bike-friendly.

What is there to see near Groningen?

Nearby hidden places include Giethoorn (63 km), Enkhuizen (103 km) and Deventer (111 km).

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