Groningen

Groningen is a province in the northern Netherlands that brings together ten municipalities within its borders. The region features an open landscape crossed by waterways and canals that connect towns and villages through flat terrain.

This province developed from a Frisian trading hub that emerged in the 13th century and grew into a major port in northern Europe. Church authority and commerce shaped the old city's power, and these forces eventually established the foundation for modern regional administration.

The University of Groningen dating from the 17th century draws young people from the surrounding countryside. Student life shapes the streets and pubs in the provincial capital, especially in the evenings when cafes and small bars fill with conversation.

A cycling network connects almost all villages throughout the province and reaches minor roads suitable for cars. Buses and trains provide reliable connections between larger towns, making it easy for visitors to explore different parts of the region.

Multiple bird species stop over in the peatlands during their migration between Africa and Scandinavia each year. These open wetlands provide crucial resting grounds and habitat for uncommon species on their long journey.

Location: Groningen

Capital city: Groningen

Shares border with: Bedum, Ten Boer, Slochteren, Noordenveld, Hoogezand-Sappemeer, Zuidhorn, Winsum, Tynaarlo

Phone: +31503677000

Website: http://gemeente.groningen.nl

GPS coordinates: 53.21670,6.56670

Latest update: December 18, 2025 15:40