Heritage and culture Midden-Groningen

From a borg from the bygone lives of noble families to small artistic galleries and studios. Culture enthusiasts will be in their element in Midden-Groningen. We take you to a few different places in the region where you can enjoy heritage and culture.

Fraeylemaborg | Downton Abbey on Groningen land

Anyone who steps over the threshold of the Fraeylemaborg finds themselves in the bygone lives of noble families, maids and butlers. Like in the British series Downton Abbey, the borg residents were posh noblewomen and gentlemen who dressed and served until well into the 20th century.

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Museums for enthusiasts | Enthusiastic collectors

Museums for enthusiasts, there are plenty of them in Midden-Groningen. They are often founded by collectors, such as het Brandweermuseum and the Skating Museum. You will find enthusiastic volunteers, such as the bus drivers at the Bus Museum or the blacksmith at the Historic Shipyard who are happy to tell you about their passion.

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To the theatre | Lights off, spotlight on

The curtain opens, you sink comfortably into your seat and a new world unfolds before your eyes: the theatre! Whether you like serious plays, want to take your children to a family show or just want an evening of laughter, there are plenty of places to go in Midden-Groningen, such as Met Meer Cultuur, a small-scale theatre and cultural workshop where creativity is given full rein. The largest theatre in Midden-Groningen is the Kielzog in Hoogezand.

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Church and organ of Noordbroek | Ol' Dodde

On Noordersingel in Noordbroek you will find a beautiful church. Built in the early 14th century, Noordbroek's church is a highlight of Roman Gothic architecture in Groningen. The detached Romanesque tower, popularly called 'Ol' Dodde' (old fat one), is older than the church itself. In 1967, the church was almost closed down, but eventually a small majority in the municipal council ensured its preservation. Thankfully, because it is a gem.

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Ateliers and galleries | Plenty for art lovers

Not only in the city, but also in the province, art lovers can indulge themselves. And whether you like small artistic galleries or quirky studios: there are plenty of ways to admire art in Midden-Groningen.

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Turning heritage | Cycling and walking past mills

Those who love mills are in the right place in Midden-Groningen. The mill is not our national symbol for nothing; among other things, it brought us new land and food. In Groningen, too, mills played a major role in history. De-poldering land, grinding corn: thanks to the historic mills of Midden-Groningen, prosperity reigned. Take a walking or cycling tour along this rotating heritage.

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