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Culture of Groningen. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
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 nowadays, so the city is home to quite a large number of students. The central district is considered the liveliest part of the city. Here you will find numerous entertainment venues, shops and restaurants around historic squares and buildings. Pedestrian zones are the areas near such squares as Grote Markt, Poelestraat, Vismarkt and Peperstraat. These squares are always crowded, even late at night.
The city will be surely loved by fans of walking. Stadspark remains one of the main attractions of the city. The park is very popular among both local residents and visitors. Here you can ride a bike or make a picnic among beautiful trees. There are also several unique architectural landmarks in the city, the most famous of which are St Martin Cathedral (Martinikerk) and Martini Tower located next to it.
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The Museum of Groningen University is one of the most symbolic establishments of the city. During an excursion here guests will find out about the most important events in the history of the city and the history of the university foundation. Among the items exhibited in the museum guests often mention a very valuable collection of books. Not far from Groningen is located another interesting town called Lauwersmeer, which is also distinguished by a rich choice of attractions. A ride to Lauwersmeer will take no more than an hour by bus. Travelers should definitely not forget to visit this lovely park. 
City tours, excursions and tickets in Groningen and surroundings
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Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Groningen and around
♥ Art museum 'Groninger Museum' Groningen, 1.2 km from the center. On the map
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Unique spots in Groningen and near
Slauerhoff
From the series “The Most Unusual and Strange Bridges on Earth”
Check on the map: Distance from Groningen center - 50 km.
The drawbridge was named in honor of the well-known poet Jan Jacob Slauerhoff, who was born in Leeuwarden and has made the tiny town famous all over the world. The people with the lush imagination compare the bridge construction with the dredger. The bridge built over the river Harlinger is lifted up to ten times a day. And the lift-off takes only a few minutes. …
Read further Distance from Groningen center - 50 km.
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Groningen
Landmarks of culture on Groningen map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Groningen. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Groningen: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Groningen. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
