Few landmarks in Groningen are as emblematic as Martini Tower, or 'the old grey one' as the locals call it, which proudly signals its presence from afar, guiding visitors to both the church and the main market square 'Grote Markt.' The current structure was built in the 15th century and stretches almost 100 metres into the skyline, offering panoramic vistas for those who climb all 260 steps.

Welcome to Old Linköping - a place for fun and curiosity, laughter and memories, beautiful experiences and relaxation for the soul. Travel back in time and experience Swedish small town life a hundred or more years ago. In the Old Town neighbourhood you will find wooden-built houses, cobbled streets, beautiful gardens, and many interesting museums. There are also shops and crafts, exhibitions, a science center, a restaurant and a café. During the summer there are a number of activities available for families with children; ride with a horse and carriage or the choo-choo train, meet street musicians, vagabonds, the local police constable and other characters from bygone days, try oldfashioned crafts, visit the old school e t c. A short walk through the Valla forest nature reserve takes you to Valla farm, with museums showing agricultural and technical history, farm animals, a large playground, cafés and a miniature golf course.

The Suermondt-Ludwig-Museum showcases art from antiquity to modernity and everything in-between, with its medieval sculpture collection being particularly notable. It also houses significant works by artists like Rembrandt, Cranach, Antoon van Dyck, Otto Dix and Max Beckmann. The museum's eclectic collection includes a print room, glass paintings, Flemish tapestries, and goldsmith works, offering a comprehensive view of artistic evolution.