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In 1876, this distinctive building was the entry for the world fair in Philadelphia. In those days the building, which was designed as a former Groningen state former Dutch High School, was considered the ultimate example for school building in secondary education. A special element in this design by architect H. Raamakers is the freehand drawing classroom above the hallway. This classroom had a glass ceiling with an extended glass dome above it. The former school was designed around 1869 and is characterised by its monumental Neo-classical architectural style. Striking elements include the three semicircular arches above the entrance and the polygonal observation post lined with wood from which the stars can be observed.

Marina Havenkwartier Blauwestad is a modern harbour with eighty-six mooring places and high-quality facilities. Various activities take place during the year, such as concerts, festivals and events. There are boats for rent as well. For more information about the activities, go to the Blauwestad harbour area website.

Each year De Oosterpoort & de Stadsschouwburg presents more than 600 performances and concerts for more than 240.000 visitors. Popconcerts, (classical) music, cabaret, theatre, dance, opera and various outstanding festivals such as Eurosonic/Noorderslag, there is always something special to see on the stages of our venues. Turn your evening into something special by visiting our venue De Oosterpoort or our theatre de Stadsschouwburg Groningen. See our program on de-oosterpoort.nl or ssbg.nl Students get great discounts: a 50% discount on theatre and dance performances and for only € 10,- they can see famous classical musicians.

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In the former pharmacy at the Astraat 20 you'll find a unique concept of a Giclée Gallery, Gift Shop and a Framing Studio. Through this combination, it is a festival of discoveries as you wander through the store. In and around the imposing antique pharmacy cabinet, handmade glass objects from the Bohemia, special goodies and giveaways, but also flea by the owhers Anitha and Jogchum itself purchased in markets at home and abroad. On the walls over 200 self framed Giclée. A festival of colors! These works are issued in limited editions and are almost indistinguishable from real. 75 years guaranteed genuine color and come with a certificate signed by the artist. There are works by Rein Pol, Noël Hariri, Marius van Dokkum, Henk Helmantel and Juane Xue. The foraging tour ends in back of the shop at the Framing Studio. Here it is possable to custom frame al kinds of work. Hundreds example corners on the wall in all styles and colors. The couple use it for a tasteful advice and it does certainly, witness the store that is entirely created, designed and made by their union. Opening hours: Tuesday 10:00 to 18:00 Wednesday 10:00 to 18:00 Thursday 10:00 to 18:00 Friday 10:00 to 18:00 Saturday 10:00 to 17:00 Sunday 13:00 to 17:00

A green oasis in the city of Groningen where you can enjoy the countryside while having the bustling city centre within walking or cycling distance: welcome to the Stadspark campsite, located in a wonderful English landscape style park where you meet people from all over the world. There are two hundred places for tents, caravans and camper vans and separate fields for each target group. Stadspark campsite is a carefully tended campsite with every facility.

Noord Bromo is superbly located at the foot of the Wadden Sea dyke near the magnificent Lauwersmeer lake area. Complete tranquillity in the countryside where land and sea come together, this is a truly unforgettable experience. Enjoy the extensive Westpolder with its wonderful panoramic views on one side and the sturdy seawall and the salt marshes behind it on the other, with the Wadden Sea and the island of Schiermonnikoog in the distance. Completely renovated and equipped with every facility, this house was once occupied by the caretaker of the sheep grazing on the dyke and salt marshes and the decoy-man of the duck decoy nearby.

In front of the Selwerderhof cemetery great hall is a large sculpture in the round pond. It was created by Hans Ittmann from Amsterdam and is 4.5 metres high. The sculpture consists of five vertical stakes that protrude two dish shapes. The spherical sides of the hollow are turned towards each other and the water spouts up through the stakes. The sculpture has organic shapes that are reminiscent of plants or fungi. The Selwerd cemetery was laid out between 1939-1949 after a design by garden architects L.W. Copijn and J. Vroom Jr. The two great halls from 1949-1951 and 1963-1964 respectively were designed by then public works architect J.H.M. Wilhelm. Today the entire complex is a municipal historic monument.

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 propose to you: our 5 unique and different hiking huts and the vintage Beach Cottage with a total of 36 beds. They are all on the same field and are thereby additional suitable for a group stay. The 4 person cabin with bunk beds, the round "kampeervat" for 2 persons, the log cabin for up to 8 guests (bunk beds and twin), the nostalgic block steering with two double box beds and the big cabin with 14 beds (bunk beds). The 4 person Beach Cottage has a private shower and toilet. All cabins and the Beach Cottage are spacious with inventory.

Come to Groningen and discover the Hooghoudt recipe. Groningen Hooghoudt is a particular company with many contrasts. For more than 125 years, Hooghoudt has provided its customers and consumers with surprising, authentic and an increasing variety of innovative high-quality products. If you are curious about the Hooghoudt recipe, You are more than welcome to come and discover our distillery and enjoy the fascinating world of spirits and conclude your exploration with some sampling in the public house. Original, surprising and exclusive: these are only some of the words that describe the exploratory expedition through Hooghoudt distillery. Come and take your friends, relatives or colleagues to discover the Hooghoudt secret for a modest compensation. For business get-togethers also. Make a reservation via  hooghoudt.nl/bezoek-ons  or contact us via 050 542 00 00.