Officially declared a Dark Sky Park in 2016, Dark Sky Park Lauwersoog National Park is just a 45-minute drive from Groningen and is mostly renowned for its rich birdlife and the popular night walks, offering a celestial escape in a country with an otherwise heavy light pollution. As one of just above 40 Dark Sky Parks worldwide, and the second in the country after Boschplaat, it promises sightings of the nocturnal wildlife, constellations and, on rare occasions, even the northern lights.

Navigate through a labyrinth of approximately 1,000 mirrors, each presenting unique perspectives and challenges at The Amazing Mirror Maze. As you find your way through this maze, be prepared for unexpected twists and turns that will test your sense of direction. Beyond the maze, the attraction features fun-house mirrors, a candy shop, and The Vault Laser Challenge, providing a variety of entertainment options for visitors.

The picturesque village Niehove stands as a testament to historical ingenuity. Built on a terp, a man-made hill, to outsmart the advancing sea, its layout has remained unchanged for centuries. This former capital of Humsterland is a maze of narrow church paths and red brick houses, arranged in concentric circles around a central, 13th-century Romanesque-Gothic church. Once the only stone structure in Niehove, the church now houses a visitor centre, sharing the village's rich history. This protected site, with its unique street plan and tranquil charm, invites visitors to step back in time.

With a storied history stretching back to the beginning of the Industrial Revolution, the East Lancashire Railway is the steam-powered heart of the Irwell Valley, pumping goods and people around the region for nearly 200 years! The line runs for 12 miles through scenic Lancastrian Landscapes, from beautiful rural panoramas and postcard pretty villages to bustling Victorian towns and cotton mill-dotted horizons. Each station offers something unique, from historical Heywood to relaxing Rawtenstall, scenic Summerseat, and bustling Bury. Make the trip from Grandparent to Grandchild on a journey that spans generations on this heritage railway.