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HISTORICAL BUILDINGSGroningen is a city with a rich history, which is evident from the numerous beautiful
buildings. The warehouses, the city hall, the Martini Tower and Martini Church and the
main railway station are just a minor selection of Groningen’s historical heritage.
Martini church and towerThe most important Groningen monument is the Martini tower which has overlooked the city
for over five hundred years. This fourth highest tower of the Netherlands can be climbed until
the third gallery. Afterwards, see the Martini church, the largest church in Groningen.
Originating from approximately 1230, it includes frescos from the 13th century, and one of the
largest Baroque organs in northwest Europe. Ask about the church’s opening hours prior to
your visit.
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Main railway stationThe Groningen main railway station has more on offer besides getting on or off a train. This is
the “cathedral of the winged wheel”’, the entrance gate for the city as well as an extremely
important monument. When standing in the main hall, imagine yourself a traveller from the
19th century: admire shelters for various classes, leaded windows, beautifully decorated
ceilings, and a very particular six metre-high wrought iron streetlight in the centre.
Prinsenhof and PrinsentuinDuring recent years, Radio/TV Noord was
accommodated in the Prinsenhof, but they
moved a short while ago. Originally used as a
monastery, a suitable function for this complex
is now being looked for. Behind the Prinsenhof
is the Prinsenhoftuin, which includes a rose
garden and herb garden, and a footpath
covered with foliage (berceau). The garden,
surrounded by a wall, is one of the best
examples of a Renaissance garden in the Netherlands.
The Prinsenhoftuin garden is opened from early April to half-October from 10 am to sunset.
The tearoom is open during fine weather.
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Goudkantoor (gold office)Originally a provincial tax office, this building was built in 1635. With its lavishly decorated
façades, it was the last Renaissance style building to be constructed in Groningen. It was given
the name of Goudkantoor in the 19th century when the “bureau of security for gold and silver”
was located here, and it is now a café/restaurant.
SynagogeThe Groningen synagogue is located in the
Folkingestraat, which was the Groningen Jewish
quarter until the Second World War. The
synagogue was designed by Amsterdam
architect Tjeerd Kuiper and Groningen architect
IJ. van der Veen. The cruciform building was
consecrated in 1906 and has a distinctive
Moorish style.