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St Martinikerk

At the northeast corner of the Grote Markt is the St Martinikerk (Reformed), a brick Romanesque/Gothic basilica (13th C.). In the 15th century the church was rebuilt in Late Gothic style: the old choir was replaced by a new one with tall Gothic vaulting and an ambulatory, and a chapel and sacristy were built on to the north side. During restoration work in 1924, 16th century wall paintings were brought to light in the choir. The old organ was built in 1480 by the humanist and musician Rudolf Agricola (1442-85), who came from the Groningen area.

Midwolda

Situated 15km/9mi west of Groningen on the Heerenveen road is the village of Midwolde. In the little 13th century church is a fine marble tomb by Rombout Verhulst (1646).

Town Hall

On the west side of the Grote Markt stands the neo-classical Town Hall (Stadhuis 1777-1810). Behind it is a modern extension (1962) which fits in well with the older building.

Spilsluizen

To the right of Kortegaard is the Spilsluizen gracht or canal, at the end of the town's open link with the sea. The quay is therefore on two levels, one for high tide and the other for low tide.

Natural History Museum

Adjoining the Prinsenhof is the Natural History Museum, founded in 1929 by the Royal Dutch Natural History Association. It is notable particularly for its collection of native Dutch animals, displayed in their natural surroundings.

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December - February -> 5(°C) - Spring

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