To become a true Dutchie you have to love discounts! Therefore we will provide you with a list of some good discounts, cards and passes.
Museum card
There are a couple of cards that can get you great discounts on cultural activities. One of these cards is the Museum card. If you buy this card, you are able to visit over 400 museums in the Netherlands for free. The adult card is €75,- per year, the youth card is €39,- per year. If you are interested in the card, you can order one here. If you want more information about the card or English instructions on how to order the card, have a look at this website.
CJP card
The CJP card is the cultural card for youth (younger than 30 years). With this card you can get discounts on various types of cultural activities, such as museums, festivals and cinemas. In addition, you will also get discounts in many shops and when travelling in European countries. The card is free for high school students and mbo students. For others (under their 30s), it is €17,50 per year. Read more about the CJP.
Stadjerspas
The Stadjerpas is a discount card for residents of the municipalities Groningen and Ten Boer. You are eligible for the Stadjerspas if your income does not exceed 120% of the welfare norm. Students who receive a student grant are not eligible for the Stadjerspas. This card will give you discounts on many products and services, such as cultural activities, a sport or hobby membership and a library membership. You can apply for the Stadjerspas by clicking here.
Birthday discounts
On your birthday you can often get discounts or free products at different stores and restaurants. So don't forget to get your free tompouce at Hema, nuggets at McDonalds or cinema ticket at Kinepolis, to just mention some examples.
Student discounts
If you are a student in Groningen, make sure to look for student discounts. Many restaurants, shops and cultural activities have discounts for students. They often ask you to show your student card. Did you know that you can even visit the Groninger museum for free when you are a student in Groningen?
You can also order a Studentbox for free, with products like peanut butter for example, at the start of the academic year. Make sure to order it soon as they are 'sold out' quickly!