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10 great resolutions for Groningen

January is the month for New Year’s resolutions. Eating healthily, giving up smoking, exercising more, Dry January. Every year, the same resolutions crop up. Why not choose some fun resolutions with a Groningen twist this year? You can certainly make these Groningen resolutions a reality in 2025. Whether you tick one off or work your way through the whole list, 2025 in Groningen looks set to be a great year.

Visit a museum regularly

Soaking up some culture is always a good idea. In Groningen, you’ll find plenty of museums and galleries – plenty of options for every art lover. Be sure to take some time to visit a museum outside the city too. From trains to tea. From^17th-century nobility to LEGO. In these museums, you can look, do, taste, build and play.

Why not try a vegetarian meal?

Groningen has a wide choice of vegetarian restaurants. Ideal if you fancy cutting down on meat for a change. The range of vegetarian options in Groningen is therefore getting better and better. Whether in the city or the province, choosing the vegetarian option is by no means a hardship. And as well as being delicious, it’s also good for you and for the planet.

Go for a walk in Groningen’s countryside

Walking is a lovely way to get some exercise. And it’s even more enjoyable when there’s something to see along the way. Are you looking for a lovely spot to stretch your legs? There are plenty of them in Groningen. Walk through the woods, along the dykes, past green salt marshes and through charming villages. That way, you can stick to your New Year’s resolutions and discover nature in Groningen.

Visit places with a great story to tell

Groningen has plenty of great shops and places to eat. Yet some places are just that little bit more special than others. For example, there are places that demonstrate social commitment by, for instance, offering employment to people who are distanced from the labour market. This means that a visit to these places should definitely not be missing from your list for the coming year.

Discover artists from Groningen

Groningen is a city of music. The performers on stage often come from the local area. Some were born here, whilst others found their home here later in life. From jazz to hip-hop: the city and its surrounding countryside are home to all kinds of genres and styles. And what a treat it is to discover local talent this year. Find out where they’re playing and have a listen for yourself. It’s music to the ears.

Take a moment for yourself more often

Groningen is the perfect place to clear your head. Here you’ll find peace and space. And of course, there are plenty of opportunities to get active too. Discover the surprising regions of the province of Groningen. Each has its own character, sights and natural beauty. Why not set off on your own? That way, you’ll see even more. Head out into the countryside and enjoy all the beauty the province has to offer, doing whatever takes your fancy.

Shop with local businesses

Want to buy more local this year? Then leave the big supermarket chains aside for once and do your shopping at one of Groningen's many markets. Or fill your bags at the nicest shops. Like the local greengrocer, butcher, fishmonger, baker, liquor store, cheese shop or grocer. Bring Groningen into your home? At the Groningen Store, the products are not only sustainable and typically Groningen, they are also made and conceived by Groningen makers or inventors. Local is almost impossible.

Meet up with your friends more often

A good resolution for next year is to meet up with your friends more often. There are plenty of places to meet up in Groningen. For instance, play a game together at one of the game cafés or chat at one of the nice coffee shops. Extend your resolve even further? Organise a fun group outing for your whole group of friends.

Go sustainable shopping

Want to shop a bit more consciously this year? Groningen is the perfect place to do so. There are plenty of shops here offering sustainable alternatives for all sorts of products. And sustainable doesn’t necessarily have to be expensive. For example, shop second-hand and give good-quality items and clothes a new lease of life. That way, you’re not only doing your bit for the planet, but you’ll also be wearing unique pieces.

Cook Groningen recipes

This year, why not enjoy some of Groningen’s delicacies at home too? Whether you’ve picked them up yourself, or even better: made them yourself. With recipes and handy cooking videos, we’ll help you on your way to becoming a true Groningen culinary expert. Make your friends, family or neighbours happy with a piece of homemade poffert, an eierbal or one of the other Groningen specialities.