Discover GRONINGEN with Holland Discovery Tour!

In the east it borders the German state of Niedersachsen, in the south Drenthe, in the west Friesland and in the north the Wadden Sea. Land use in Groningen is mainly agricultural, it has a large natural gas field near Slochteren. Local plans to stir economic development and create a city scene similar to New York are under way; rezoning hearings began in late 2005. Read more >>>>

GRONINGEN "G7"

Watersports Groningen is a province abounding in water, with many different canoe routes and even canoe villages and campsites. Owing to the numerous lakes and canals, Groningen can be viewed from the water by boat or canoe as well as from roads and paths.

Culture Groningen has a wealth of places of interest, such as Groningen estate houses, galleries, museums, centuries-old churches, and mills. Set out in the province and enjoy Groningenâ€™s cultural wealth!

Nature There are many places to enjoy from the vastness of the unique salt marsh area at the Wadden Sea coast to the virgin forests in the east of the province.

G 7 The 7 best reasons for visiting Groningen The G7 is what defines Groningen, including its larger attractions, as well as less visible ones, they give province of Groningen it's distinct character.

DID YOU KNOW ... That centuries ago the North-West of the Netherlands was covered with trees... That's where the name Holland comes from; "holt-land", which means woodland.

Groningen is a relatively undiscovered and unspoiled part of the Netherlands. It has kept most of its authenticity. It is full of little pearls - medieval churches, yeoman's mansions and historic old knolls that protected people against the water. Discover the beauty yourself.

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The G7 is what defines Groningen, including its larger attractions, as well as less visible ones, they give province of Groningen it's distinct character. Groningen City >>> The bustling cultural heart of the province is home to the Groninger Museum, numerous cafés and restaurants, theatres and festivals. A city with a friendly nature where people still know how to enjoy. Lauwersmeer >>> In 1969 the Lauwesrszee was cut off, resulting in the Lauwersmeer. Nature has taken it's course in this area and made it what is is today: the Lauwersmeer National Park. Lauwersoog is also the departure point of the ferry to the isle of Schiermonnikoog. Pieterburen >>> Particularly famous as a seal village because of Lenie 't Hart's seal sanctuary, and starting point of the Pieterpad and walking-tours across the mud flats. Churches >>> Characterising elements of the Groningen Land with their austere architecture, modest interiors, and wordl-famous organs. Keys are usually available from the neighbours. Estate Houses >>> Once a refuge in rough times, they later became the fancy houses for the wealthy, and are currently places of interest that appeal to people's imagination. Bourtange >>> A restorend fortress in east Groningen; located in an area where history predominates, it has never been conquered. Terps >>> Centuries-old mounds which, for a thousand years, have protected the inhabitants of the Groningen clay area from the rising water.