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City break in Groningen. Active leisure ideas for Groningen - attractions, recreation and nightlife
Groningen concentrates many canals that give it an extraordinary beauty. People might want to stay here forever, and it must be said that sometimes it turns out that way. Tourists falling for narrow streets ideal for cycling, beautiful houses, as if enveloping city streets and amazingly picturesque embankments, decide to stay here for the rest of their lives. However, the city is attractive not only for this - thus, active recreation enthusiasts feel great here, being offered all sorts of interesting pastime.
Walking along the shopping streets of Groningen, you can find a lot of charming specialty shops. De Kaaskop store specializes in selling popular national goods. Dozens of kinds of olives, … 
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Groningen is one of the towns of the Netherlands that is famous for its long history and respected culture. This town is not a big one, so it perfectly fits tourists who seek unhurried rest, … Open
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Those wishing to try their hand at karting are advised to go to Euro Kartracing & Bowling where this kind of desire will be fully satisfied. Here, as you might guess from the name, there are also good bowling opportunities. In addition, this active leisure is represented in the city by one more center - namely, Bowling Centrum Groningen. Those who look for a surge of adrenaline must visit Target Lasergame to enjoy playing laser tag to the fullest. Those who are crazy about winter sports remain satisfied as well - in the city, you can go skiing to Snowlimits.
In Groningen even most demanding gourmets will easily find a place to eat. The city is home to more than a hundred of different restaurants, each of which will surely please guests with its … Open
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Those who come to the city with children should be recommended such a center as Monkeytown where children of different ages can have plenty of fun and enjoy the most beautiful time of life. Another place kids will definitely like is unique Catcafe Op z'n Kop where the "owners" are graceful cats, as you might guess from the name. Here you can stroke, feed or hold them in your arms. Also, you should not pass by Jump Xl Entertainment Center where you can enjoy plenty of trampoline jumping - there is no better leisure for active children.
Groningen is a cozy and friendly city, which is often referred to as the "city of festivals” because of a rich choice of interesting festivals that are held there. Indeed, during year here … Open
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You can have a wonderful time walking in Prinsenhof Gardens. Here you can find cozy alleys, a historic building located on the territory of the park, amazing landscape solutions, and wonderful representatives of the flora, which means that enjoyment is guaranteed. One more beautiful park for walking is Noorderplantsoen Park where, among other things, you can see interesting flowers that will please the eyes of all flora connoisseurs. In order to relieve fatigue and let go of the world's distractions, many people visit Yoga under Construction or Paleis Yoga. Rarida Thai Massage would be great for the same purpose.
Groningen is an ancient city with fascinating history. Its rapid development was in the first half of the 17th century, when a university was founded there. The university works even … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Groningen and surroundings
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Map of all parks
National and city parks around Groningen
♥ National Park 'Nationaal beek- en esdorpenlandschap Drentsche Aa' , 24.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Lauwersmeer' , 30.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Schiermonnikoog' , 37.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Drents-Friese Wold' , 40.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Alde Feanen' , 43.2 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all pret-parks
Amusement parks near Groningen
♥ Amusement park 'Familiepark Nienoord' Leek, 11.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Amusement park 'Sprookjeshof' Zuidlaren, 16 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Amusement park 'Rijk der Kabouters en Laven' Eext, 26.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Amusement park 'Verkeerspark Assen' Assen, 27.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Amusement park 'Duinen Zathe' Appelscha, 32.4 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all aquaparks
Water attractions around Groningen
♥ Water park 'Aqua Mexicana' Slagharen, 66 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Water park 'Aquaventura' Hellendoorn, 92.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Water park 'WipeOut Zoelen' , 161.8 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Groningen
♥ Restaurant 'Hanasato' Groningen. Type - Japanese. 1.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'De Pauw' Groningen. Type - Modern French. 1.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Vive La Vie' Groningen. Type - Modern French. 1.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Alacarte' Groningen. Type - Modern cuisine. 1.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Voilà' Groningen. Type - Modern cuisine. 1.5 km from the center. On the map
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Photogallery of picturesque Groningen
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Guide to your best city break in Groningen - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Groningen - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Groningen?' disappears immediately.
