Timeline
15:15
Start at Huis de Beurs on the Vismarkt. This trendy café sits on the southwestern corner of the square where the first Dutch socialist party was founded. Order a drink and take a seat to soak in the atmosphere before the evening rush.
15:57
Walk 42 minutes NNW to the Martini Tower and Church. Locals call the tower 'd' Olle Grieze' (the old grey one). Climb up for a panoramic view of Groningen. You will have about 40 minutes to spare before the sun sets toward the southwest.
16:45
Stay at the top of the Martini Tower. At 16:45, watch the sun set toward the southwest. The golden light starting at 15:44 has already bathed the old hospital and city center in a warm glow.
17:15
Walk 7 minutes back toward the center to De Uurwerker. This vibrant restaurant and bar is located near the square shared with De Pintelier. Enjoy a tasteful pizza and the lively evening ambiance as the city lights come on.
Local tip
The walk to the Martini Tower is a steady 42 minutes NNW. If you prefer a quicker route, check the local transport routes. De Uurwerker is a great end point because it is open until 22:00 on weekdays.
Check before you go
- Huis de Beurs is open Tu-Th 10:00-18:00, Fr-Sa 10:00-20:00, Su 12:00-18:00.
- De Uurwerker is open Mo-We,Su 12:00-22:00; Th-Sa 12:00-23:00.
- Sunset on 15 January is at 16:45 local time.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Groningen (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).