Heritage and culture Midden-Groningen
From a manor house dating back to the bygone days of distinguished families to small art galleries and studios. Culture lovers will be in their element in Midden-Groningen . We’ll take you on a tour of a few different spots in the region where you can enjoy heritage and culture.
Fraeylemaborg | Downton Abbey in the Groningen countryside
Anyone who steps over the threshold of the Fraeylemaborg finds themselves transported into the bygone lives of distinguished families, maids and butlers. Just as in the British series *Downton Abbey*, the manor’s residents were, well into the 20th century, elegant young ladies and gentlemen who were dressed and attended to by servants.
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Museums for enthusiasts | Passionate 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’ll find enthusiastic volunteers there, 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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Theatre and music | Lights off, spotlights 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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Churches | Beacons of rest
Some call them beacons of silence, peace and reflection, others praise their robust appearance and yet others say that together they are one big museum. The fact is that almost every village in Groningen has a beautiful church. And not only the churches are famous, some organs are world-famous as well. Take a walk inside to enjoy the silence, the murals or the exhibitions. View all churches and the bicycle route 'Langs de mooiste kerken' (52 km.) on the map.
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Studios and galleries | Plenty for art lovers
Art lovers can indulge themselves not only in the city but also throughout the province. And whether you prefer small art 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 the windmills
If you love windmills, you’ve come to the right place in Midden-Groningen. It’s no coincidence that the windmill is our national symbol; among other things, it brought us new land and food. In Groningen, too, windmills played a major role in history. Reclaiming land from the polder, grinding grain: thanks to the historic windmills of Midden-Groningen , prosperity flourished. And they’re still turning today. Why not take a walk or a cycle ride past this working heritage?
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More heritage and culture
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Historische Scheepswerf Wolthuis Sappemeer
Historische Scheepswerf Wolthuis Sappemeer
Museum
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Mill De Ruiten and Bakkers Meulentje
Mill De Ruiten and Bakkers Meulentje
Windmill or Pumping Station
