If you look at a map of the Netherlands and the Dutch to take into account the distance, Groningen (Groningen) seems far from anywhere, but looks, as they say, is deceptive
Groningen -. The largest, cheerful student city in the north of the Netherlands. His students, of which there are about 20 thousand people, ensure consistency of the "night life" of the city, and along with the existing clubs and discos, art museums, theater and concert hall satisfy the needs of the more mature residents of Groningen.
In the center of the city there are information bureaus VVV, where in addition to getting acquainted with a million booklets and maps, you can find out what to do on Wednesday morning, or what to do if lost.
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How to get there
There are three railway stations in the city: Groningen (central station), Groningen-Europeapark and Groningen-Nord. Most of the train arrives at the central station, and only a few stops at the other stations.
In Groningen trains arrive from Schiphol Airport, Utrecht and Rotterdam (time 2 hr. 30 min.). From Amsterdam to Groningen, you can get there with one transfer (2 hours 20 minutes)
Groningen is connected by international communication with the city of Lehr (Germany), where trains leave for Bremen, Hamburg and Hanover. The fare will be 10.3 EUR one way and 17 EUR for the round trip. The ticket can only be purchased at the Arrival Hall at Groningen Central Station
By bus
Grenningen there are buses from Bremen (EUR 7.5 one way) and Oldenburg. A bus ticket to Bremen Airport can be purchased at the VVV Information Office or booked online. Prices vary depending on the time of day. Groningen Bus Station is next to the main railway station. Furthermore, Groningen related direct connections to Lelystad, Emmeloord and Lemmer.
highway A28 connects to Utrecht Groningen and Friesland to the A7 and Amsterdam.
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Transport Groningen
As in most other cities in the Netherlands, the historical center of Groningen is surrounded by a canal, and most of the city's attractions are located just within this channel, where traffic is very limited. Because driving in the Old Town is not the best option, and parking (always paid) is not easy to find.
One of the largest free parking outside the canal is Sontweg, east of the city, near IKEA. From the car park to the city center, the area Grotemarkt, ply regular bus (fare 1.5 euro). Biking from any place in Groningen to the city center takes less than 20 minutes, which makes the bike a fast, economical and easy way to travel. Do not be scared of a large number of cyclists, found on the streets, because the vast majority of them - students for whom this form of transport is the main
Alternatives to bicycles can easily be made by city buses, the routes of which always pass through the central station of Groningen or end there. Most buses stop at Grote Markt. Tickets can be purchased from the driver.
Groningen climate
Cloudy, light rain + 7 ° C in the afternoon + 6 ° C at night ° C water |
Cloudy, light rain + 4 ° C in the afternoon + 3 ° C at night ° C water |
Cloudy, rain + 4 ° C in the afternoon + 2 ° C at night ° C water |
| Groningen weather forecast for 10 days | ||
Groningen has a mild climate with relatively hot summers and cold winters s. And because of the proximity of the city to the North Sea, strong winds and storms are frequent here.
Shopping and shopping
Folkingestraat - the most picturesque shopping street - rests on Wismarkt (translated as "fish market") - a market area where three times in a week you can buy anything. Another market area, the Grotemarkt (in the translation of the "big market"), is not inferior to the market for Wismarkt for the choice of goods.
To the south of the Grote Markt area is Herestraat, the pedestrian street of the city with many Dutch brand shops such as Hema, Blokker , de Bijenkorf. Oude Kijk in 't Jatstraat has a large number of art galleries, a bakery, several cafes, and the best chocolate shop in the city.
Groningen's entertainment, sightseeing and attractions
From everywhere in Groningen you can see the tower of St. Martin - part of the largest church on the Grote Markt. Its spire offers an excellent view of the city. The University of Groningen was founded in 1614, it is the oldest university in the Netherlands after Leiden.
If you come to the city by train, the first thing you'll see is the city museum (Groninger Museum; Museumeiland, 1; tel .: +31 (0) 50 366 65 55, operating mode: Tue-Sun 10: 00-17: 00, entrance - 10 EUR). The reconstruction of its main building was conducted by the Italian architect and designer Alessandro Mendini. The museum was transformed into one of the most modern and innovative art centers in the Netherlands. In addition, the city has an Anatomical Museum, the Northern Maritime Museum, the Nemejer Tobacco Museum, the Gerardus van der Lew Anthropological Museum, the Graphic Museum and the Museum of the University of Groningen.
Having walked around the city, it is necessary to arrange a breather in the North Park. And if you still have the strength to get out of town, go to Lauwersmeer (bus number 163 from the central station, the journey time is one hour). It is a wonderful quiet natural park, in which there is access to a bay, a fenced off dam, dunes and picturesque meadows.
On the old canal of the city excursions are organized on motor ships, from which the ship opens A stunning view of the aristocratic houses and city towers with centuries of history. Excursions are held all year round, duration - 1 hour, cost 11/6 EUR per adult / child up to 12.
And from April 1 to October 1 from 11:00 to 19:00 anyone can rent a canoe or kayak and swim along the canal around the Old Town. Such a boat trip will open a completely different Groningen and will take from 1 to 2 hours. Boat facilities are provided by the company 't Peddeltje kanoverhuur; Location - under the bridge Herebrug.
Prices are indicated as of May 2012. Photo by Groningen (20)