Prinsenhoftuin
A hidden 17th-century Renaissance garden with a rose garden, herb garden and a gate carved with a sundial, plus a little tea house for a quiet break.
The Prinsenhof Garden was laid out in 1625 as the private garden of the Prinsenhof, a governor's residence. Designed in the Renaissance style, it is divided into a rose garden and a herb garden. Between neatly clipped hedges and arcades stands a gate carved with a sundial dated 1731. A small tea house in the garden serves tea and makes for a peaceful spot, and it is one of the most popular places to rest in the city centre. Admission is free, and the garden is closed in winter. The entrance is on the Turfsingel canal, near the north side of the Martinikerk.
Opening hours
Approx. Apr–Oct, 10:00 until sunset
Nearby sights
- Martinikerk
- Forum Groningen
- Martinitoren
- Grote Markt
- Pepergasthuis
- Vismarkt & Korenbeurs
- Pelstergasthuis (Holy Ghost Hospice)
- University Museum Groningen