| oldenzijl.nl | Oldenzijl | Oldenzijl is a small village in the Hogeland region of Groningen, part of the municipality of Eemsmond, with a population of 130 inhabitants. The history of Oldenzijl dates back to the 11th century, when farmers settled here. Initially, they lived on elevated platforms without a moat, which were later raised and surrounded by a moat. The name 'Oldenzijl' refers to the former important drainage channel of the region, the Oosterambt, located on the Eemsmond. | Regional News → North Groningen 59 | hogeland 12 | Het Hogeland → Uithuizermeeden 66 |
| westernielandweb.nl | westernielandweb.nl | The village was founded around 1350 and initially called Mariaburen, following the draining of the Hunze-boezem. The 13th-century NH church stands on the west side of the village due to the Christmas Flood of 1717, which almost washed away the entire village and led to reconstruction. The residents previously engaged in seal hunting, which is remembered in the tombstone of seal hunter Tjark Visser. Westernieland is also the birthplace of the cabaret artist Freek de Jonge. | TravelContent → Travel Guides 938 | seal 264 polder 476 name 683 village 808 history 7286 | Het Hogeland → Den Andel 27 |
| icesailing.nl | ‘De Robben’ Ice Sailing Club | The ‘De Robben’ Ice Sailing Club has a comprehensive archive of photos and videos of events held in various locations, including Sweden, Poland, and the Netherlands. The website describes the history of the club, dating back to 1891, and presents the various fleets of ‘De Robben,’ including older iceboats and modern models. The website provides information about current events, such as the European Championships in 2025, and the sale of ice yachts. | Water Activity → Water Sports 2944 | sweden 115 fleet 1351 | |
| wadfilm.nl | WAD | The website offers a film of the Wadden Sea, showcasing the diversity of the area, from small organisms to large birds of prey. The platform provides clips, background information about the film crew and partners, and the option to receive updates and newsletters. WAD emphasizes the importance of the Wadden Sea as a UNESCO World Heritage site and its unique ecosystem. | Film → Documentaries 813 | wadden sea 170 ecosystem 262 crew 320 animal 2908 film 3007 nature 9094 | Huizen → Bovenmaten 136 |
| mooibarradeel.nl | Mooi Barradeel | The website provides information about the villages and neighborhoods of Barradeel, including an interactive map. Various activities and events are offered, such as hiking and cycling paths, events, and the opportunity to submit new events. The website contains information about the history of Barradeel, municipal mergers, and the current municipality of Waadhoeke. There are also articles about the Wadden Sea island of Terschelling and current news reports. | | wadden sea 170 village 808 cycle 1906 history 7286 nature 9094 event 45199 | Waadhoeke → Tzummarum 58 |
| vesting-oudeschans.nl | Geen | The province of Groningen, one of the most rural areas of the Netherlands, includes the vibrant student city of Groningen and an idyllic countryside with picturesque villages and historical towns. In Oudeschans, a small village, a major fire broke out on December 11, 2020, destroying the historic farmhouse known as 'heart of the village,' which was a landmark for the community. Residents consider the lost farmhouse an essential part of the village and a central point, and the impact of the fire is deeply felt by the community. | News & Journalism → Regional News 948 | fire 429 province 518 village 808 farmhouse 878 landscape 2609 community 7931 | Oldambt → Winschoten 830 |
| abeltasmanmuseum.nl | Abel Tasman Museum | The museum features a highlight: 'The Journal of Abel Tasman 1642-1643'. The museum combines historical and modern perspectives, highlighting connections with the cultures of the countries Tasman visited. Opening hours are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 13:30 to 16:30, with free admission and group visits by appointment. | Travel & Exploration → Maritime History 103 | journal 294 museum 2002 | Westerkwartier → Lutjegast 37 |
| eiseendenhof.nl | Fikkers BV | The kotter 'Eyseend' is an exact replica of an old Danish fishing vessel, built in 1975 by Bein Brandsma in Rohel (Augustinusga Friesland). The ship has undertaken a long journey through Scandinavia, with stories of voyages through the Götakanaal, Vänernmeer, and Trollhättekanaal, starting in Groningen and ending in Gothenburg. The website provides information about the history of the 'Eyseend' and contact information for ship sales and valuation by Fikkers BV in Groningen. | Marine & Shipping → Maritime 1022 | kotter 14 ship 5103 history 7286 | Achtkarspelen → Augustinusga 37 |
| gedeeldeverhalen.nl | Gedeelde Verhalen | The organization organizes theater projects and performances, including the monologue ‘Lost in Gravity’ which explores the life and thoughts of the Groningse artist Bas Jan Ader. Bas Jan Ader, who died in 1975, attempted to cross the Atlantic Ocean in 1975 with a small sailboat and disappeared during the voyage. The ‘Lost in Gravity’ performance sheds light on the tragic events surrounding his death and the search for the meaning of his life and work, scheduled for a premiere in October 2025. | Theater → Performances 649 | monologue 19 festival 3804 artist 5745 history 7286 performance 7586 | Netherlands → Groningen 23734 |
| keesbolle.nl | Kees Bolle | The website contains information about the history of drainage systems in the Netherlands, spanning approximately 1000 years, focused on the defense and acquisition of land. It provides overviews and facts about farmhouse construction in the northeastern polder, including information about houses and outbuildings, based on personal research. The website addresses the history of Austrian houses in the northeastern polder since 1948, with attention to misunderstandings surrounding the construction and placement of these emergency houses, as well as the history of Schokland as a UNESCO World Heritage site. | Architecture → Historic Architecture 19 Landscape → Polders 212 | drainage system 98 polder 476 farmhouse 878 history 7286 house 8121 | Noordoostpolder → Schokland 68 |
| ninavandenbroek.nl | Nina van den Broek | Nina van den Broek is a writer and editor specializing in the cultural history of Northern Netherlands. She has published several books and contributed to cycling and walking guides. The website features a portfolio of her work, including the illustrations and texts of the book 'It's Grey and it Falls from the Sky' about Groningen. | Literature → Non-Fiction 519 | texts 1218 guide 1364 illustration 2447 history 7286 book 11396 | Netherlands → Groningen 23734 |
| waddenmusea.nl | Waddenmusea | The website describes the four museums: Museum Wierdenland, Kloostermuseum Aduard, Museum Menkemaborg, Openluchtmuseum Het Hoogeland and Museum/Borg Verhildersum. A timeline is available showcasing the history of the museums and the buildings. The website includes recent news articles and events, such as a lecture by Maarten van Rossem and a campaign to visit all the museums in 2025. | Visual Arts → Museums 2049 | wadden sea 170 museum 2002 history 7286 event 45199 | Netherlands → Groningen 23734 |
| vakantiehuisingroningen.nl | Vakantiehuis Svea Stuga | The website describes holiday home Svea Stuga, a comfortable Swedish holiday home in Groningen, suitable for those who want to relax and explore nature. The owners, Frans Kluiter and Gea Diedel, share their knowledge of the Groningen region and offer personal tips to visitors. They live nearby and respect the privacy of their guests. The website highlights the beautiful fields and landscape of East Groningen, particularly the changing colors of canola and grain, and the proximity of the Oldambtmeer with opportunities for water sports and relaxation. | Cycling → Cycling Routes 1002 | landscape 2609 holiday home 2753 | Netherlands → Groningen 23734 |
| johanndegraaf.nl | Johann de Graaf | Johann de Graaf preserves a cardboard box, inherited from his grandfather, which is filled with stories about the fisherman’s disaster of 1883 and the sale of matchboxes to raise money. The website describes a disaster in Friesian history in which the fishing fleet of Paesens and Moddergat was destroyed by a storm, with over eighty casualties. A documentary is in the making about the ‘Poor Fishermen’ and a concert is planned in Paesens-Moddergat, where a forgotten song will be played for the survivors of the disaster. | Film → Documentaries 813 | frost 23 documentary 1081 box 1982 concert 4409 | Northeast-Friesland → Easternijtsjerk 23 |
| wieringaknappertjes.nl | Wieringa's Knappertjes | The company was founded in 1914 by a baker couple in Wildervank, located in the Groninger Veenkoloniën (Groningse Fens). The origin of the Knappertje lies in a cracker invented in 1933 by grandfather Hendrik, inspired by ship biscuits and seaweed, and due to its long shelf life, it was used as provisions on ships. The Knappertjes are still baked according to the original recipe, with attention to purity, honesty, and flavor, in a traditional manner. | Museums & Collections → Company History 27 | cracker 25 handcrafted 159 recipe 5142 | Veendam → Wildervank 127 |
| bureaugraafwerk.nl | Bureau GraafWerk | Historian Erik de Graaf shares articles and books about the history of the Hogeland and the Wadden Sea, utilizing his research and personal experiences. The website includes information on topics such as the DDR, Eastern Europe, Indonesia refuseniks, World War II, and Dutch politics. The goal is to make the articles more accessible by placing them on a digital bookshelf, although some articles are harder to find. | News & Journalism → Regional News 948 | hogeland 12 historian 75 wadden sea 170 article 6000 research 8967 book 11396 | Het Hogeland → Warffum 112 |
| hetfilmverhaal.nl | The Filmverhaal | The website focuses on documenting and updating regional histories, often hidden, through film. A recent project is a (dramatized) documentary called 'Een nieuwe dijk' (A New Dyke) about the All Saints Flood of 1570, which is now available to watch on YouTube and will also be broadcast on NPO2 extra. The documentary 'Play it Sam' uses Dutch train station pianos as inspiration for a film story, based on a famous love song. | Film → Documentaries 813 | documentary 1081 film 3007 region 5412 history 7286 story 8285 | |