Fall in love 
with Groningen

When you're new in a country, it's nice to quickly meet like-minded people. Fortunately, there are plenty of opportunities to make friends in Groningen. Below is an overview of different organizations where you can meet new people.

Groningen is, of course, much more than just a place to study or work. It is also a place where you can enjoy living and exploring, with a quirky cultural sector and a diverse range of restaurants and bars. These hotspots are not to be missed.

Groningen is bursting with creativity. This is immediately evident in striking places like the Groninger Museum and the Forum. But you only really experience its unique character when you look further afield.

Nowhere in the city are there as many places to party as in the Poelestraat and Peperstraat. But also, in the rest of Groningen you can have your favorite drink, shake your booty on the dance floor or play a game in the pub.

Are you looking for a new hobby? Or would you like to continue the hobby you already have and want to know where that is possible? Groningen has plenty of different clubs and associations you can go to; there's always something for you.

Groningen is the perfect place for international students and researchers to feel at home. The youngest city of the Netherlands is bursting with life, nature, different cultures, arts and a vibrant night-life.

We ask a former student in Groningen what she wished she knew before starting to study in this amazing city.

While keeping up with rent, tuition fees, and socialising with friends, students in Groningen may wish to help supplement their monthly budget by putting in some work hours during the week.

If you're planning to live, study, or work in The Netherlands for an extended period, learning Dutch can be beneficial for you. Fortunately, there are numerous places in Groningen where you can do this.