City hall, Groningen

City Hall Groningen is a neoclassical administrative building on Grote Markt featuring a symmetrical facade with columns and white stone ornaments. The interior was expanded in 1962 and now contains administrative offices alongside a modern council chamber on the ground floor.

Jacob Otten Husly won a design competition in 1775 and construction extended until its completion in 1810. The building emerged during a period of significant development in the city.

The building houses the Gulden Boek, a record book that lists names of citizens who have made outstanding contributions to Groningen. Visitors can see in the former council chamber how the city honors its most valued residents.

The building is easily accessible on foot in the town square and the exterior facade can be viewed at any time. Those wanting to explore the interior should check ahead about opening times and events, as the building primarily functions as a working office.

The building uses specialized hollow-core concrete flooring that allows for larger unsupported spans and supports the creation of spacious gathering areas. This engineering solution from the 20th century made it possible to construct large open rooms.

Location: Groningen

Inception: 1810

Architects: Jacob Otten Husly

Architectural style: neoclassicism

GPS coordinates: 53.21833,6.56667

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:25