On the water

The Outdoor International outdoor sports company holds sports and challenging activities for groups, which vary from Highland games to crate piling, from bush trail to scooter orientation trips, from abseiling to X-pedition and anything in between. Professional and experienced staff trained in all kinds of sports types and education ensures any level of activity at more than twenty locations in the northern provinces, as well as in the rest of the Netherlands or at a private location. Almost anything is possible in the area of outdoor activities, which naturally conclude in one of the “after outdoor” establishments.

Admire the city from the water and take in the mediaeval mansions, wonderful bridges and many towers of this Hansa town. A trip through the canals with boat excursion company Kool provides an unparalleled view of the city for both tourists and Groningen inhabitants. A boat trip taking in the Groningen countryside provides entirely new perspectives; the particular places of interest in the city and its surrounding area combine ideally with a round trip.

The Diep dinner café is located at the magnificent Groningen Schuitendiep where ships used to unload peat. The historic building, where monks used to live, is a tranquil and stylish location for a delicious dinner, and the kitchen serves seasonal delicacies from all over the world, prepared with regional products. Diep dinner café serves drinks and food on shore as well as on their sloop. Options include a cruise of the ring of canals or through the province.

This sailing school provides their guests with the opportunity to learn about water sports or enjoy the Zuidlaardermeer Lake. Options include; • Sailing boat, pedal boat, motorboat and sailboard hire; • Private sailing and windsurfing lessons for a daily period or couple of hours per week; • Weekly lessons for children from 6-16, both resident and nonresident; • Group activities such as hunts, sailing clinics, etc. We use the latest materials and have a deluxe location and accommodation directly at the Zuidlaardermeer Lake. Our professional lessons are under the skilful leadership of CWO-certified instructors.

Experience Groningen from its best side, sail with the HeerenSloep through the beautiful city of Groningen. A fun and relaxed way and you sit first grade. Both in terms of view and luxury. The HeerenSloep is an original lifeboat that is enriched with lounge cushions and a drinks & snacks bar. We serve besides a drink also snacks, lunch or dinner on board.

Teuntje de Slak is the sailing surf house in Groningen; a place for windsurfing, a SUP city tour of the canals, boating, beach volleyball, sailing and so much more, by yourself or in a group. Consider a course of ten lessons a year or just one single experience. Together with thousands of other fans, every year Teuntje enjoys the kick, tranquillity and speed of the water. Teuntje is perfect for water fans, companies, schools, sports fanatics and those who like some peace and quiet. Teuntje also holds the best company outings, school events, such as fun sports days, class outings and also has educational lesson packages. Teuntje is happy to compile a customised programme for your anniversary or alumni day.