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Things to see in Groningen (Netherlands): 94 places and when to go
Groningen is a city in Netherlands with around 217,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 94 places in and around it, mainly History (41), Wildlife (21), Nature (18). The best known are Groninger Museum, Groningen railway station and Martinikerk. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 41 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 18. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Netherlands · 53.2204, 6.58
- Population
- About 217,000
- Places
- 94 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (41) · Wildlife (21) · Nature (18) · Temples (14) · Architecture (14) · With kids (10)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- AMS Amsterdam, 159 km as the crow flies
What to see in Groningen
The places in and around Groningen, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Groninger MuseumArt museum in the city of Groningen in the Netherlands1.3 km
- Groningen railway stationRailway station in the Dutch city of Groningen1.5 km
- MartinikerkChurch in the Dutch city of Groningen749 m
- St. Joseph Cathedral, GroningenChurch in Groningen, Netherlands777 m
- MartinitorenBuilding it the city of Groningen794 m
- Der Aa-kerkChurch in Groningen, Netherlands1.3 km
- ZuidlaardermeerLake in the Netherlands10 km
- International Wooden Shoe Museum EeldeMuseums and art9.2 km
- NoorderplantsoenPark in the Netherlands1.6 km
- St. WalfriduskerkChurch in Bedum, Netherlands9.2 km
- Aduard AbbeyBuilding in Netherlands9.0 km
- Synagogue GroningenBuilding at Folkingestraat 60, Groningen, the Netherlands1.2 km
- Allersmaborg, EzingeHistory14 km
- AppèlbergenNature reserve in the Netherlands10 km
- GoudkantoorBuilding in Groningen, Netherlands939 m
- KorenbeursNational heritage site in Groningen, Netherlands1.2 km
- Ludgerus churchChurch building in Oldehove, the Netherlands16 km
- NoordlaarderbosNature area in Noordlaren, the Netherlands12 km
- Paiser Meul, PeizeWindmill in Peize, Netherlands9.9 km
- Sint GeertruidsgasthuisHistory653 m
- Praedinius GymnasiumGymnasium in Groningen, the Netherlands554 m
- PrinsentuinRenaissance-style garden in Groningen, Netherlands742 m
- Sint-WillibrorduskerkHistory · Temples22 km
- Sint-FranciscuskerkTemples936 m
And the other 70, by what you come to do:
- Architecture: Woldzigt, Roderwolde, De Groote Polder, De Ruiten, Entreprise, Stel's Meuln
- History: Abdijkerk (Aduard), Armhuiszitten Convent, Bella Vista, Bovenrijge, De Fortuin, De Helper, De Korenschoof, De Widde Meuln, Fram, De Waterwolf, Goede Herderkerk, Grote Waterpoort, Delfzijl, Huis te Glimmen, G1, Pelstergasthuis, Piloersemaborg, Provinciehuis Groningen, Remonstrants Gasthuis, Sebastianuskerk, Sint Anthonygasthuis, Sint-Ludgerkerk, Synagogue of Winsum, Wilhelmina, Theekoepel Sterrebos
- Nature: Groenestein, Leekstermeergebied, De Duinen, Elsburger Onland, Friesche Veen, De Braak, Vennebroek, Hunzezone, Onnerpolder, Steendamsterbos, 't Roegwold, Vosbergen
- Museums and art: Noordelijk Scheepvaartmuseum, Museum De Buitenplaats, Wierdenland Museum, University Museum Groningen, Wall House II
- With kids: DoeZoo Insektenwereld, Eelderbaan, De Beestenborg, De Dierenborg, Hertenkamp de Borgstee, Kinderboerderij Maatjeshonk, Kinderboerderij Stadspark, Natuurbad Engelbert, Zomerbad Peize, ZwemCentrum Zuidhorn
- Stargazing: Blaauw observatory
- Food and drink: Brouwerij Martinus, Plattelandsbrouwerij Het Zotte Kalf, Wijngaard Groot Maarslag
- Hiking: Drenthepad, Drenthepad, Hünenweg - 18, Hünenweg - 19, Hünenweg - 20, Nederlands Kustpad, Nederlands Kustpad, Nederlands Kustpad, Pieterpad: Winsum to Groningen, Pieterpad: Groningen to Zuidlaren
When to go to Groningen
The best time to visit Groningen is April to September; also possible: October to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible7:49
- FebPossible9:33
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:42
- MayBest time15:37
- JunBest time16:41
- JulBest time16:15
- AugBest time14:33
- SepBest time12:24
- OctPossible10:15
- NovPossible8:19
- DecPossible7:18
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 41 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 18. In April, 93 of the 94 places are at their best.
When to go to Netherlands in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Groningen
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS, Amsterdam), 159 km as the crow flies. How to get around Netherlands (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Marum41 places23 km
- Veendam34 places23 km
- Assen82 places25 km
- Eanjum48 places35 km
- Bad Nieuweschans17 places42 km
And all of Netherlands, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Groningen?
The best known: Groninger Museum, Groningen railway station, Martinikerk, St. Joseph Cathedral, Groningen, Martinitoren. In all, 94 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Groningen?
April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 41 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 18.
How do you get to Groningen?
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 159 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Groningen as the destination and these 94 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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