When someone comes to visit me, the first place I take them is to Market Square. Winter is the best time to visit Groningen because the canals turn to ice and the locals spend the evenings skating ...

I live in Groningen and recommend it to visitors. It's a great town in The Netherlands two hours from Amsterdam, which can be touristy and expensive.

With Amsterdam becoming increasingly overwhelmed by a steady influx of tourists, more travellers are looking further afield for their Dutch city break – and Groningen is ready to step into the ...