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Podwalk: through the history of Baflo

2 hours (6.7 km)

Tell me about it … On this Podwalk, you’ll discover the stories of Baflo and Rasquert. From the medieval scholar Rudolf Agricola to lost castles and village life. Generations of residents have continually reshaped the landscape here.

On this ‘Podwalk’, you’ll stroll through Baflo and Rasquert and discover the stories behind places you might otherwise simply walk past. From the old station building and Doctor Postma’s house to the Laurentiuskerk, vanished castles and an ice rink that was once part of a mound. You’ll learn about Rudolf Agricola, the resistance during the Second World War, and the cafés and neighbourhoods where village life once thrived. Some stories are grand. Others, however, are small and personal. Together, they tell the story of how Baflo and Rasquert became the villages you see today.

How does it work?

On the map on your screen…

How does it work?

On the map on your screen, you’ll find the route we’ll be following; on your smartphone, you can access it via the icon at the bottom of the page. The podcast will give you directions on which way to go, but it’s advisable to follow the route yourself on the map as well. There is a sign at every point. As soon as you arrive there, you can play the corresponding audio clip directly via the map. So you don’t need to scan again. It’s also possible to zoom in on the map. Watch the instructional video for further explanations. Do you have your smartphone to hand? Are your headphones plugged in? Then you’re ready to go.

How to get there

The walk begins at the white station building in Baflo. It’s a lovely starting point, as this station immediately tells a story about the village’s growth and transformation. On weekdays and Saturdays, a train arrives every half hour from both Groningen city and Roodeschool. On Sundays, trains run hourly. The best way to find the latest timetables is to visit 9292.nl. There is also a cycle park and a car park available at the station.