Prinsentuin

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The Prinsentuin, or Prince’s Garden, is one of Groningen’s most charming and peaceful spots. This beautifully preserved 17th-century Renaissance garden is tucked away behind the city’s ancient walls, offering visitors a quiet retreat filled with symmetrical flowerbeds, fragrant herbs, and ivy-covered walkways. Originally designed for the stadtholders of Groningen, today it’s a public garden that feels like a secret oasis in the heart of the city.

What to See & Do

  • 🌹 Stroll through the rose garden 🌸 and herb sections arranged in Renaissance symmetry 📐✨
  • 🌞 Visit the sundial 🧭 and historic gate featuring Latin inscriptions 📜✅
  • ☕ Enjoy tea 🍰 and light snacks at the Prinsentuin tea house 😋👍
  • 🦜 Relax on benches 🌳 surrounded by lush greenery and birdsong 🕊️😌
  • 📖 Attend cultural events 🎭 like poetry readings held in the garden during summer ☀️✅

How to Get There

  • 🚂 From Groningen Central Station 🚶‍♀️: 15-minute walk ⏱️ northeast 🧭💨✅
  • 🚌 By Bus 🚏: Take line 1 or 2 🚍 to Turfsingel stop and walk 5 minutes ⏱️✅
  • 🚲 By Bicycle 🗺️: Easily accessible 🚲 via the city’s cycling routes 🛣️✅

Travel Tips

  • ⏰ Visit early morning ☀️ or late afternoon 🌇 for the most peaceful experience 🤫✨
  • 📚 Bring a book 🎨 or sketchpad to enjoy the calm atmosphere 🧘‍♀️✅
  • 🤫 Respect the garden’s quiet ambiance 🔇 – it’s a place for reflection 🙏✅
  • 🏰 Don’t forget to visit 🏘️ nearby historic buildings around the wall 🧱✅

Suggested Itinerary

  • 2:00 PM – Arrive 🧭 at Prinsentuin and explore the garden’s layout 📐💨
  • 2:45 PM – Visit the tea house ☕ for refreshments 🍰😋✅
  • 3:15 PM – Relax 🧘‍♀️ near the rose garden 🌹 or sundial 🧭✨
  • 4:00 PM – Walk 🚶‍♀️ along the nearby canals 💧 and city walls 🧱👋

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (April to October).
Closed during winter months.

Entry Fee:

Free

Best Time to Visit:

Late spring to early autumn when flowers are in full bloom.

Location

📌 Prinsentuin, Turfsingel 34, 9712 KG Groningen, Netherlands

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