Food and drinks

The Pintelier Belgian café, which is associated with the Alliance of Beer Houses (A.B.T.), has been a household word in Groningen for years. Located in one of the oldest entertainment areas in Groningen, enjoy some Flemish hospitality. Be surprised by the extensive drinks list; with 23 draught beers and another 80 bottled ones, the Pintelier is the perfect place to enjoy your favourite abbey beer or Trappist beer. If you would you like to experience something entirely different, you will certainly be enthusiastic about our extensive selection. Opening hours: Sunday through Wednesday from 3 pm until 2 am Thursday through Saturday from 3 pm until 3 am

NOW ALSO: ELMER'S CAKES AND MORE........ Elmer’s serves delicious lunches, various high teas and homemade cakes, all prepared freshly and with great care. The cakes proved to be popular enough for a neighbouring premises to be put in use in 2014 to expand the selection with gluten-free and sugar-free cakes, bonbons and ice cream. Lunches are served in a magnificent and completely renovated building from 1630. When the sun is shining, the multicoloured stained glasses ensure a cheerfully coloured rim on the floor and tables. Elmer’s design is somewhat rural with natural materials and the many guests experience a homey atmosphere. In addition to the homey feel, Elmer’s is strongly supportive of sustainability, integration and sociability. OPENING HOURS: Tuesday through Friday from 10 am until 5.30 pm, Saturday from 10 and until 5 pm and Sunday from noon until 5 pm (closed on Mondays).

In the lee of the center you will find our atmospheric, carefully decorated restaurant. Eating out at Pim and Marieke is enjoying the 5 of Pim. Five favorite dishes of this moment prepared with the finest products of the season. Marieke likes to spoil you with personal attention and a good glass of wine. In the summer between the flowers on our terrace, you imagine yourself in France.  We would like to surprise you and look forward to your arrival! Pim & Marieke

Experience that island feeling at the mainland! At the farthest tip of The Netherlands is the tourist village of Pieterburen, where walking the mudflats once originated. In addition, the well-known Pieterburen Zeehondencentrum (seal sanctuary) is located in the village and it is an easy operating base for a visit to the islands of Schiermonnikoog and Borkum. The comfortable Hotel Waddenweelde is the official starting point of the Pieterpad. Walks across the mudflats are held on a daily basis and the hotel has various facilities, such as two à la carte restaurants (one of which is located in Lauwersoog, with a wonderful view of the Wadden Sea and Lauwersmeer lake), a grand café and a pizzeria. If you are looking for some relaxation during your stay, go to the Waddenwellness bathhouse with a swimming pool and a sauna; pure indulgence after a brisk walk across the mudflats. And the children are sure to jump in the air for joy in the playground of no less than 2500 m² or a ride on the kart track!

Bax Bier is a young Groningen brewery which is known for its modern classics, such as the Kon Minder and Koud Vuur. They experiment freely in their brand-new brewery to produce the best beers. Events are held in their public house next to the brewery on a regular basis, but feel free to walk in for a tasting and guided tour. Tasting Enjoy a selection of Bax Beers in the charming public house Guided tour Learn all there is to know about producing beer in general, and Bax Bier in particular Shop The brewery has a shop with all Bax Beers available to take home Events See Facebook and our website for a total overview of events

The Haren Hortus Botanicus (botanical gardens) is located a few kilometres south of the city of Groningen, and provides a varied selection of themed gardens on a terrain of no less than 20 hectares. Be surprised by the magnificent Chinese Garden, enjoy the fabulous view from the rock garden, explore the secrets of the Celtic garden, wander the heath and admire the giant sequoia in the Laarmantuin. Children can participate in treasure hunts, and the gardens include various catering facilities for a drink and snack.