Top sigths of Netherlands
Madurodam Interactive Miniature Park is a wonderful place, a visit to which will be interesting to both adults and children. This is a large open-air museum, where visitors will be able to see ancient windmills, the magnificent Palace of the World, Dam Square, the Royal Palace and many other interesting buildings. In addition to amazing architectural landmarks, there is a big cheese market in the territory of the park. Cheese makers from nearly all cities of the country come to the market to show off their best products, so even the most discerning cheese fans will be pleased. Travelers with the children will definitely fall in love with Efteling Theme Park, where they will meet characters from their favorite fairy tales, try different rides and attractions or watch a performance of the doll theatre. … OpenChapters of the guide to Groningen
Shopping, streets and outlets
Reisboekwinkel de Zwerve bookstore is of interest to even those who don't expect to bring books from their trip. Here, you can find great booklets and albums with sights and natural beauties of different countries of the world. The store sells detailed maps of the city and guidebooks. Budget visitors can choose wonderful memorable postcards. In the central streets of the city nearby Grote Markt, there are many … Open
Hotels with history of Groningen
The B&B De Oude Nadorst is another establishment that is unique in many respects. This hotel was founded on the territory of an old farm. It offers its customers two special rooms; one was equipped in a historic building, while the other was set up in a renovated old van. The rooms were decorated with beautiful vintage accessories, interesting wood decorations, and antique toys. This cozy hotel will appeal to the … Open
Advices for travellers
2. The majority of shops and trading centers open at 9:00 and work until 18:00. Saturday is usually a short working day, so small shops can close at 16:00. As a rule, only large supermarkets and shopping malls work on Sunday. 3. Bicycle is the most common type of transportation in Groningen. Such a number of cyclists can hardly be seen in any other city of the country. Virtually the entire central … Open
Active recreation
Everyone will find a nightlife facility to their liking in the city. Thus, Bierlokaal Cafe de Koffer is ready to please, as the name implies, all beer lovers; here you can find a huge selection of different beer varieties. Those who wish to combine business with pleasure - that is, to listen to music, drink a burning alcoholic drink, and have fun - should visit Jazzcafe de Spieghel. Fans of dancing go to conquer … Open
Festivals and events in Groningen
The celebration includes festive parades, and the whole city is painted in orange - the color of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Without fun, the holiday cannot be considered open. In addition, the royal family at this time visits two cities of the country - the first one is the Dutch capital and the second one is any other so that each town can boast of such an event. June is marked by holding two festivals … Open
Hotels for romantic escape
The Stee in Stad hotel is offering customers nine unique rooms, each with very romantic designs. The rooms were equipped in three different historical buildings, all of which are located in the territory of the Korrewiyk district. Most of the rooms were designed specifically for couples. Some were designed in a pompous theatrical style, and are adorned with bright fabrics, unusual photo murals, and wall paintings. … Open