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Walking in Groningen
Groningen is known for its vast polders, fields and pastures. However, there are plenty of forests where you can make beautiful walks. Also a walk through the historical city center of the city, with a visit to the Martini Tower, is really worth a visit.
Groningen forests
Most of the hiking trails will lead you through the forests of Groningen. You see centuries-old oaks, porcelain fungus and the so-called ‘borgblumkes’ in the ‘Overbos Fraeylemaborg’ in Slochteren. During your walk in the Ontswedde you will mostly find needle trees and an abundance of Lilies of the valley. The largest forest is the Noordlaarderbos where cultural-historical routes are marked. You can find, among other things, burial mounds of up to 2500 years old. With a little luck you can also see special raptorial birds such as the long-eared owl and the hawk.
City walk in Groningen
You can walk, guided or unguided, along the attractions in the historic city center of Groningen. The city had developed several interesting routes with long and short distances. Of course you should really pay a visit to the Martini Tower. In good weather you can climb the tower up to 97 meters. A visit to the Groningen city brewery is also fun to do. You can do a tour and a tasting. If this tasting triggered you, you can sit down on a terrace at the main market square for another drink.
Planning on walking in Groningen? Make your trip complete with an overnight stay in one of the Van der Valk hotels. You can also choose for one of the offers listed below.
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Participating hotels
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Hotel Groningen - Zuidbroek A7 Distance to Groningen: 25.8 km
Variety of banqueting rooms, spacious hotel rooms, cozy eat & drink facilities and many other facilities make Van der Valk Groningen-Zuidbroek the perfect location for any occasion!
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Theaterhotel Almelo Distance to Groningen: 115.0 km
A household name in the Netherlands! Theaterhotel Almelo offers the unique combination of theatre, hotel, restaurant and conference centre. Besides 196 comfortable hotel rooms, the hotel has three … Read moreA household name in the Netherlands! Theaterhotel Almelo offers the unique combination of theatre, hotel, restaurant and conference centre. Besides 196 comfortable hotel rooms, the hotel has three dining options, a wellness area with swimming pool, sauna, Turkish steam bath and fitness facilities. In addition, you can hire scooters and (electric) bicycles at this hotel, allowing you to explore the surroundings at your leisure. At the hotel itself, you can recharge your electric bike at the pitch. One of the biggest attractions of this hotel, besides the warmth and cosiness this family hotel exudes, is the indoor theatre with 820 seats. The perfect venue for your conference or event.
Almelo and surroundings
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The hotel is located in the heart of the city centre, where you can enjoy shopping or visit monumental buildings. With various boutiques, shops and galleries, there is something for everyone. From the Theaterhotel, you can walk straight into the Twente scenic landscape via the ‘Gravenallee’. Here you can enjoy walking and cycling, and then relax at the Theaterhotel. Within a short distance, you will also find all kinds of other attractive tourist places such as Delden, Ootmarsum, Oldenzaal, Borne, Hengelo and Enschede. In short, well worth a visit! -
Hotel Groningen - Hoogkerk Distance to Groningen: 14.3 km
Hotel Groningen - Hoogkerk is located in the north of the Netherlands on the border between Groningen and Drenthe. The hotel is near the city of Groningen and the beautiful Drentse forests. … Read moreHotel Groningen - Hoogkerk is located in the north of the Netherlands on the border between Groningen and Drenthe. The hotel is near the city of Groningen and the beautiful Drentse forests. Directly at the hotel you will find all kinds of cycling and walking routes, from which you can enjoy the landscape. You can also visit the vibrant student city or spend a day at Ameland or Schiermonnikoog. Do you prefer to absorb some culture? Then visit the Groninger Museum, Memorial Center Kamp Westerbork or climb the Martini Tower. Enjoy the cozy terraces, monumental buildings, the nice shops, restaurants and museums in Groningen and Drenthe.
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Hotel Drachten Distance to Groningen: 30.9 km
In the well-accessible Hotel Drachten, beautifully situated in Northern Netherlands, both the business and leisure guest is welcomed with warm hospitality.