Card 8
Diepenring (Canal Ring):
The term Diepenring is typically Groningen. The Groningers refer to the canals with the word 'deep' or 'daip' in Groningen. In the 19th century, the expression 'een diepje omgaan' was used to indicate that you were taking a walk around the city.
Martinikerkhof (Martini cemetery):
This used to be a real graveyard. Today there is only 1 grave left. At the time, it was believed that ghosts roamed this cemetery. Therefore, a candle was placed in a niche to chase away evil spirits. This niche can still be found in the wall of the Martinitoren. Have you found it yet?
Maybe this photo will help you a bit so that you can still find it!
Kleine Snor (Little Mustache):
A tiny street next to the Provincial House. This is the street that many people claim is the smallest street in Groningen. The street is so small that there is a good chance that you will walk right past it. Are you curious about this special street? Just in front of the Provinciehuis you should find this street on your left.
Provinciehuis (Provincial House):
In front of the Provincial House you will find a street on the left, which is claimed to be the smallest street in Groningen. This street is also called the “Little Mustache”. Did you know that since the year 1602 the Provincial Council has been meeting in the iconic council chamber of the Provincial House? This is unique in the Netherlands, because no other province has held meetings in the same room for so long.
The Forum:
Facts about the Forum
- Height 45 meters
- 10 floors
- Construction costs 140 million euros
- Facilities: Library, film theatre, debate center, museum, exhibition spaces, a number of catering facilities, education facilities and a tourist office.