Papengang
When you go off the beaten path, it can lead you to some dark places – but it’s those rough edges that keep things interesting. Take the Papengang, for example.
Situated in the middle of the city’s nightlife district, this alleyway had a bit of a bad reputation for a while. But it’s gotten a major facelift over the past year – literally – and has gone from a grimy passage to an inviting backstreet. Local graffiti artist Roland Carter’s work has transformed the Papengang into a colorful portal to Groningen’s social life after dark.
Nearby
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Forum Groningen: library, art house movie theatre + events
Forum Groningen: library, art house movie theatre + events
Library
Tomorrow's possibilities in today's world
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Martini Tower
Martini Tower
Architecture
During a visit to the center of Groningen, the Martinitoren is not to be missed. For centuries, D'Olle Grieze has overlooked the city with the Grote Markt at its feet.
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Vervlogen tijden (Time has flown)
Vervlogen tijden (Time has flown)
Architecture
This pigeon has seen his fair share of suspects. This massive mural of a city pigeon, ready to take flight with a farmer and his milk cart in tow, is located on a corner building right next to the police department.
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Sint Anthony Gasthuis
Sint Anthony Gasthuis
Architecture
The Sint Anthony Gasthuis was founded in 1517 and used to take care of the poor and the sick. The guesthouse was initially inhabited by poor elderly people, but later also by plague sufferers (1608-1644).
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Martinichurch Groningen
Martinichurch Groningen
Architecture
There was already a wooden church on the site of the Martini Church around the year 800. Around the year 1000 it was replaced by a tuff building.