Weather in Groningen. Actual conditions and forecast

Map of wind conditions for Groningen area

Map of Groningen temperature forecast

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Rain forecast for Groningen area

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More to see in Groningen

Groningen is an ancient city with fascinating history. Its rapid development was in the first half of the 17th century, when a university was founded there. The university works even nowadays, so the city is home to quite a large number of students. The central district is considered the liveliest part of the city. Here you will find numerous entertainment venues, shops and restaurants around historic squares and buildings. Pedestrian zones are the areas near such squares as Grote Markt, Poelestraat, Vismarkt and Peperstraat. These squares are always crowded, even late at night. The city will be surely loved by fans of walking. Stadspark remains one of the main attractions of the city. The park is very popular among both local residents and visitors. Here you can ride a bike or make a picnic among beautiful trees. There are also several unique architectural landmarks in the city, the most famous of which are St Martin Cathedral (Martinikerk) and Martini Tower located next to it. The beautiful church was built over five hundred years ago and its premises store many interesting religious artifacts. The walls of the church are decorated with beautiful frescoes, which are the result of work of the 13th century masters. The main hall of the church has become home to a huge baroque organ, the largest one in Northern Europe. Museum Groninger is one of the most noteworthy cultural institutions of Groningen. The museum is located near the railway station. Its three spacious halls … Read further

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Advices for travellers

3. Bicycle is the most common type of transportation in Groningen. Such a number of cyclists can hardly be seen in any other city of the country. Virtually the entire central part of the city is dedicated to bikes. There are also special bike lanes near all main transport routes. 4. Travelers, who expect to rent a car, will need a driving license of the international class, as well as a credit card … Open

Active recreation

Those who come to the city with children should be recommended such a center as Monkeytown where children of different ages can have plenty of fun and enjoy the most beautiful time of life. Another place kids will definitely like is unique Catcafe Op z'n Kop where the "owners" are graceful cats, as you might guess from the name. Here you can stroke, feed or hold them in your arms. Also, you should not pass by Jump Xl … Open

Festivals and events in Groningen

The celebration includes festive parades, and the whole city is painted in orange - the color of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Without fun, the holiday cannot be considered open. In addition, the royal family at this time visits two cities of the country - the first one is the Dutch capital and the second one is any other so that each town can boast of such an event. June is marked by holding two festivals … Open

Hotels for romantic escape

Couples who have long dreamed of spending their holidays in an unusual romantic setting should pay attention to the original hotel, Klipper Zwadde. It was set up on a beautiful sailing ship, which is moored near the historic city center. For the pleasure of couples, the hotel has prepared chic double rooms with very beautiful finishes made from wood; relaxation in one of the cozy cabins promises to be unforgettable. … Open

Hotels with history of Groningen

For connoisseurs of traditions of past years, Groningen is home to several wonderful hotels with historical settings. The luxury Hotel Schimmelpenninck Huys located in the central area is one of such; it occupies a restored mansion, which for many years has managed to maintain its original appearance. The mansion whose design was executed in full accordance with the traditions of past years managed to have its high … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets

In the central streets of the city nearby Grote Markt, there are many clothing stores of different stylistic and price categories. Folk Conceptstore stands among them. It offers customers beautiful designer clothes, made of natural fabrics. In addition to clothing, they sell excellent household goods. You can choose luxury textiles from local manufacturers, great pictures and other interesting accessories. Nearby … Open

Climate in Netherlands and weather forecast - best seasons for visit

The climate in the Netherlands is the same in virtually every region, since the country is completely located in one temperate zone. The weather is mostly affected by cold cyclones coming from the Atlantic. The peculiarity of the climate is high humidity. The average temperature in the middle of winter is at least 3 degrees Celsius, and at the height of summer it doesn’t exceed 20 degrees. In general, the weather in the country is quite pleasant for everyone. There are no frosts or exhausting heat. The western winds often provoke sudden temperature changes even in the warmest months. … Open

Atmosphere of Netherlands: religion and languages

The church in the Netherlands exists side-by-side with the state. These two structures absolutely do not intersect, so they coexist without any trouble. In the country, about 40 percent of the total population is represented by atheists. Mainly, this is due to the isolated position of faith in the kingdom. It is not forced to or propagated. About 25 percent of the population are Catholics. They honor and celebrate all Catholic holidays and go to the church on all festive days. Some municipalities even set off weekends for religious holidays, giving the population an opportunity to follow their beliefs. Approximately 17 percent of the population are Protestants. They live in the northern part of the kingdom, as well as in coastal towns. … Open