Location

When walking through Groningen city centre, find the entrance to Restaurant de Pauw in under a minute’s walk from the Grote Markt. With various trolleys with delicacies, particular menus and a fine selection of wines, this restaurant has given guests a special experience for 30 years. Classic trade and culinary adventure go hand in hand on the menu based on the modern French kitchen with its light and tasteful dishes. The attentive and personal service makes you feel welcome and right at home.

Touristoffice Oldambt, located in the Cultuurhuis De Klinker, Winschoten will provide you with information about walking, cycling, golfing, sailing, shopping, dining, going out and sleeping. Opening hours Touristoffice Oldambt   Monday closed Tuesday 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm Wednesday 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm Thursday 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm Friday 01:00 pm - 05:00 pm Saturday 01:00 pm - 04:00 pm Sunday closed

We hold tours through the city of Groningen and its environs. Options include artificial dwelling hill tours, historic farm tours, city tours and moonlight tours. Information about the neighbourhood and places of interest along the way is provided. These tours are possible with a horse and carriage, coach and horse tram, and are suited for family celebrations, student and children’s parties, anniversaries, etc. Also suitable for large groups (up to 80 people). We can provide food and drinks and/or overnight accommodation. Departures from the Vindicat building (nearby the Tourist Information Office); other starting locations in consultation.

Located on the border of the provinces of Drenthe and Groningen, our hospitable hotel is without any doubt the best choice for a relaxed or active sojourn. Stadskanaal provides wonderful opportunities for walking, Nordic walking or cycling to the fortified town of Bourtange, the Hunebeddencentrum (megalithic centre) in Borger, AA & Hunze scenic area or the megalithic/peat colony route through Drenthe and Groningen. You are more than welcome! Drenthe-Groningen Package (3 days): • 2 overnight stays including an extensive breakfast buffet and a 3-course dinner • Free bicycle and walking routes, bicycle hire • Information package • Free parking • Discount vouchers at € 25. From € 154.50 for € 99.00 per person (single surcharge of € 25.00 p.n.)  

You experience the serene tranquility of the old rectory upon arrival. Everything in this beautiful and stylish decorated B&B breathes calmness: the rooms, the garden and naturally your hosts. A perfect base to discover the wonderful, splendid and surprising Groningen. By foot, by bike, canoe or TukTuk. Or sign up on a boat to explore the Wadden with or without mudflat hiking or seal safari. Plan your stay somewhat longer or simple come more often… there is so much to experience! Nice (fisher)villages, the exciting city of Groningen, sunny Wadden Islands, National Park Lauwersmeer en World Heritage site Wadden Sea. Welcome in Groningen, welcome in Vierhuizen. Your dog is welcome as well  

Celebrating its 64th birthday this year, Auto Europe has grown from a one-man rental operation with a single Volkswagen Beetle in Germany to one of the world's top car hire companies with over 24,000 pick-up locations in more than 180 countries. With offices in Munich, Lisbon, Sydney and Portland, Maine, Auto Europe works with all the leading car hire suppliers such as Avis, Europcar, Sixt, Alamo, Budget, Hertz and National to guarantee the cheapest rates in the market. The company's award-winning reservations team is available 7 days a week to cater for your needs, whether it's a family holiday in Groningen or a romantic weekend in Amsterdam. Auto Europe's wide range of vehicles is another reason for its success, ranging from small low-cost cars perfect for city sightseeing to sumptuous SUVs ideal for road trips around Holland.

The homely atmosphere immediately stands out at WOONN. Everything you see is for sale here: sofas, tables, chairs, paintings, lamps, chalk paints, carpets and vases. In addition, they have accessories to give as a present or complete your house. WOONN is not just any furniture shop: we have chosen to sell high-quality furniture of less known brands fitted out with affordable accessories and many decorative pillows and plaids. This combination, including high-quality service and expertise, ensures that WOONN has stood out in a special way from the day they opened their doors.

Museum Nienoord is a luxurious 19th century country seat situated in the province of Groningen in The Netherlands. The museum has a unique collection of carriages of national value. The museum is set in a monumental manor house with outbuildings and gardens. The complex was originally built in 1524. Discover the fascinating history of the manor house and its (noble) residents in the exhibition 'Hidden Stories'. Or visit the exhibition 'You have reached your destination' and experience what it was like to travel by carriage in the 19th century. Don't forget to visit the dome garden cave which is beautifully decorated with shell mosaic or take a guided tour through the museum collection storage.  

Wadapartja simply stands for: ‘How very special.’ This is what any Groningen resident would say if they walk in somewhere or see something out of the ordinary or something special. And we are! At Wadapartja you can shop, eat and drink during the day and evening. We serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, homemade sweets and nice snacks & appetizers. One of the typical things about us, everything is for sale. We have a store, but also the tables, lamps, spoons and even the art on the walls is for sale! We find it important that you know what you eat. That’s why we use ‘Beter Leven *’ chicken and eggs, local Porc d’or pork and beef fromout the provence. We also work with a quite some local suppliers, like our Bax beers, biodynamic vegetables from ‘Eemstuin’, specialty coffee from Koffiestation and sustainable bread from our local baker Luuk. Locally is not so far away! Wadapartja is the place where people come together, are inspired by the experience and everyone is included in their very own way. Everyone is more than welcome! 

Breweryhotel Parkzicht has 47 modern hotel rooms and a total of 110 beds. Rooms are equipped with bath/shower, toilet, telephone, Wi-Fi, and cable colour television. 21 rooms have a minibar and air conditioning. Breweryhotel Parkzicht in Veendam is a comfortable family hotel with a long tourist tradition. After a hearty welcome, savour the hospitable atmosphere and comfortably equipped modern rooms. The hotel’s grand-café and Brewery was fully renovated in 2018. Breweryhotel Parkzicht is located in the centre of “park” city Veendam, a city with a rich peat district history and unprecedented opportunities.

Bax Bier is a young Groningen brewery which is known for its modern classics, such as the Kon Minder and Koud Vuur. They experiment freely in their brand-new brewery to produce the best beers. Events are held in their public house next to the brewery on a regular basis, but feel free to walk in for a tasting and guided tour. Tasting Enjoy a selection of Bax Beers in the charming public house Guided tour Learn all there is to know about producing beer in general, and Bax Bier in particular Shop The brewery has a shop with all Bax Beers available to take home Events See Facebook and our website for a total overview of events

The picturesque village of Noordbroek is located at just 20 minutes by car from Groningen. There are various walking and cycling routes in the immediate vicinity, and the Fraeylemaborg country estate with the adjoining magnificent Slochterbos wooded area are within cycling distance. Noordbroek also has various cultural places of interest. The Beereshoeve Bed and Breakfast is on the first floor (accessible via stairs) of a beautiful classic converted farmhouse from 1906. This B&B has every modern facility. If you are a wine lover, be sure to visit Wietze Snaak in the adjacent Jos Beeres Wijnkoperij wine store. You are naturally welcome to visit a wine tasting.

NOW ALSO: ELMER'S CAKES AND MORE........ Elmer’s serves delicious lunches, various high teas and homemade cakes, all prepared freshly and with great care. The cakes proved to be popular enough for a neighbouring premises to be put in use in 2014 to expand the selection with gluten-free and sugar-free cakes, bonbons and ice cream. Lunches are served in a magnificent and completely renovated building from 1630. When the sun is shining, the multicoloured stained glasses ensure a cheerfully coloured rim on the floor and tables. Elmer’s design is somewhat rural with natural materials and the many guests experience a homey atmosphere. In addition to the homey feel, Elmer’s is strongly supportive of sustainability, integration and sociability. OPENING HOURS: Tuesday through Friday from 10 am until 5.30 pm, Saturday from 10 and until 5 pm and Sunday from noon until 5 pm (closed on Mondays).

Bed and Breakfast Groningen is located on the Peizerweg in an ideal environment between the center of Groningen, the City Park and the beautiful nature of the edge of Drenthe. Brand new rooms have been realized here for the right combination of peace and comfort, with vibrant life and a beautiful environment within cycling distance. All rooms are equipped with flat screen television, free Wi-Fi and unlimited use of all facilities, such as free parking on private grounds. The city center is perfectly accessible by public transport that passes by our door or with one of our available bicycles.