About Groningen
Groningen is a lively university city that has, on average, one of the youngest populations in the Netherlands. The city has a long and turbulent history which becomes evident from the historic warehouses, courts, and buildings. Groningen is also a progressive and modern city with numerous examples of innovative architecture within the city’s boundaries. In addition, it was once proclaimed the city with the best city centre in the Netherlands because of its charm.
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| 260.000 citizens in Groningen, among which 50.000 are students |
| 21% of the students originate from over 120 countries |
| Groningen has an international character - on and off campus |
| University of Groningen is divided in 11 different faculties |
| The faculties are divided over 150 buildings throughout the entire city |
| One of the largest universities in the Netherlands |
| University of Groningen was founded in 1614, which makes it the second oldest in the Netherlands |
Groningen night life
The market square and the famous Martini Tower in the city centre
Boats in the canals of Groningen
Train Station Groningen
Academy building in the city centre
| Last modified: | 24 May 2023 11.43 a.m. |