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Are you planning a date in Groningen soon? Then there are plenty of fun activities to choose from. The Hanseatic city is also known as one of the most pleasant student cities in the Netherlands, so there is almost always something to do. A few years ago, Groningen won the prize for best city center.
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Dating in Groningen
But what are the best locations to go on a date? This is a list of the most original, fun and enjoyable dates in Groningen and the surrounding area.
1. Visit Pieterburen
If you both love animals, a visit to the Pieterburen Seal Centre is the perfect location for a date. This is where you will find the Seal Nursery, where you and your date can look at incredibly cute seals. There is also a tour of the centre, where you can learn more about the seals and the work that is done there. A fun outing that creates a relaxed atmosphere to get to know each other better.
2. Canoeing through Groningen
If you want to discover the city of Groningen in a different way than walking, it is very original to view the Hanseatic city from the water with your date. For an active date you can rent a canoe or a pedal boat and get to know Groningen and your date better.
Do you find this date too active? Then you can also choose to go on a boat trip with your date. During an hour you will discover more about the city and afterwards you can walk around and have a drink somewhere.
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3. Mudflat walking
Another active date is to go mudflat hiking together. While walking you can have a conversation and learn more about this special area. You often go with a guide, who can tell you more about the mudflats, the nature and the animals that live there.
4. Climb the famous Martini Tower
The landmark of Groningen is the Martini Tower . This 97-meter-high tower can be found on the Grote Markt and is the perfect location to meet your date. The tower was built over 500 years ago and is part of the Martini Church. Of course, you can have a drink on the Grote Markt and view the tower, but if you are looking for a more active date, you can also climb the tower. Once at the top, you can enjoy the beautiful view of Groningen and get to know each other better.
5. A drink on the Grote Markt
The bustling centre of Groningen is the Grote Markt. You can walk around here with your date, visit various shops and have a nice meal or drink in one of the many restaurants. There are many old buildings to view. What do you think of the coffee and tea house De Kostery, for example. This tent is located in the centuries-old sexton’s house; a beautiful location for a first date. In addition to this tent, there are many other nice restaurants and bars that are definitely worth a visit.
6. The nature of Groningen
Groningen has many beautiful parks and nature reserves. Nature is a perfect location for a date. Go out together walking or cycling and take a well-filled picnic basket with you. With a blanket, tasty snacks and a drink, a romantic and cozy date is guaranteed. A beautiful park to go to is, for example, the Noorderplantsoen in the northwest of the city.
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7. Pool, bowling or an escape room
Another fun date activity is to go play pool or bowling together. Often you can do this activity at a cozy location that also has a café. For example, you can go to Allround050. Here you can play pool, play a game of table football, play air hockey or a game of darts. Compete with each other and find out who is the best at the game. The loser has to pay for the drink afterwards.
Another cool idea during a date is to try to escape together from an Escaperoom. In and around the center of Groningen there are several locations where you can go for this exciting date.
8. Visit a museum
A museum is a good place to date . During a visit to a museum you can learn more about the city, culture and art. In addition, you have something to look at when the conversation seems to have stopped. There are several museums in Groningen that are about, among other things, the past of Groningen. What do you think of the Groninger Museum , Het Noordelijk Scheepvaartmuseum or GRID Graphic Museum Groningen?
9. Visit a pop venue
In Groningen you can also definitely go for a night out. For younger couples there is pop venue Simplon for example. A really cool location to go out and where many artists perform. For more alternative music you can go to pop venue Vera. Music and a drink provide the ideal setting for a great date.
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10. Go indoor (or outdoor) climbing
For an active and sporty date, Bjoeks is the place to be . This climbing centre offers everyone the opportunity to climb at their own level. There are various packages that you can book. Have you never climbed before? Then you can choose an introductory lesson together. You will then climb for an hour and a half under the supervision of an instructor. Afterwards, you can have a drink to end the date well.
11. An exciting evening at Holland Casino
Do you like to take a risk? Then it might be a nice idea to visit Holland Casino with your date . Here, among other things, there is a Try Out Package to try. Play different games, have a few drinks and who knows, you might take home a nice prize (in addition to your date).
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