Guides

Practical explainers, how-tos, and curated resources to help you navigate common problems.

Everything You Need to Know About the Upcoming Elections

Oct 24, 2025

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4 min read

Everything You Need to Know About the Upcoming Elections

What the major parties propose and how it could shape the next years.

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Politics

Level Up Your Dutch in Groningen (A2–B1)

Sep 24, 2025

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6 min read

Level Up Your Dutch in Groningen (A2–B1)

Use language cafés, free meetups, and smart app habits to turn basic Dutch into confident conversations, plus local programs and weekly routines that actually stick.

Community

Guides

Sep 22, 2025

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4 min read

All About Phone Plans & Home Internet

Prepaid or SIM-only, eSIM options, MVNOs vs major networks, and how to set up fast, reliable home Wi-Fi without surprise fees.

Community

Guides

Sep 18, 2025

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4 min read

Making New Friends in Groningen

New in town? Check these simple, low-pressure places to meet people in Groningen fast with clubs, sports, language cafés, volunteering, and citywide events.

Community

Culture

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Student Jobs in Groningen, Everything about Permits, Pay & Taxes

Sep 16, 2025

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5 min read

Student Jobs in Groningen, Everything about Permits, Pay & Taxes

Step-by-step from CV to first paycheck: where to find roles, contract basics, minimum wage, BSN and permit rules, Dutch health insurance, and how payroll, tax credits, and refunds work.

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Ultimate Guide for Grocery Shopping on a Budget in Groningen

Sep 11, 2025

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4 min read

Ultimate Guide for Grocery Shopping on a Budget in Groningen

Just arrived in Groningen? Here’s how to shop smart: which stores to use, when to hit the markets, how to squeeze more value from loyalty apps.

Community

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The Complete Guide to Recycling and Waste

Sep 9, 2025

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5 min read

The Complete Guide to Recycling and Waste

What goes where, how to use containers, bulky-waste options, and simple habits that save time (and fines).

Environment

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Everything About Finding a GP in Groningen

Sep 4, 2025

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5 min read

Everything About Finding a GP in Groningen

How to register with a huisarts (GP), what to expect at appointments, after-hours care, and what to do if practices are full.

Health

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Dutch Cycling Rules - Priority, Signs & Fines in 2025

Sep 2, 2025

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5 min read

Dutch Cycling Rules - Priority, Signs & Fines in 2025

Here's everything you need to know about the cycling culture to ride like a local, with signs, fines and good-to-know tips.

Community

Guides

Public Transport Guide for Groningen and the Netherlands 2025

Aug 13, 2025

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3 min read

Public Transport Guide for Groningen and the Netherlands 2025

A practical guide to buses, trains, trams, and discounts for internationals this year.

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How to Open a Dutch Bank Account as a Newcomer

Jul 31, 2025

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4 min read

How to Open a Dutch Bank Account as a Newcomer

Your step-by-step guide to managing money, avoiding hidden fees, and making smart financial moves in the Netherlands.

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What to Know Before Registering in Groningen

Jul 30, 2025

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4 min read

What to Know Before Registering in Groningen

The essential guide to moving to Groningen, registration and getting your BSN number.

Community

Guides

What's Changing in the Netherlands on July 1? Wages, Rent, and New Rules

Jun 24, 2025

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3 min read

What's Changing in the Netherlands on July 1? Wages, Rent, and New Rules

From higher wages and rent increases to stamp price hikes and updated dental guidelines — here’s what you need to know about the changes starting July 1, 2025.

Economy

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‘Discover What You Have’ Campaign to Rediscover and Explore Groningen

May 10, 2025

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2 min read

‘Discover What You Have’ Campaign to Rediscover and Explore Groningen

Groningen launches summer campaign to inspire local and regional tourism at Westerhaven, 11:00.

Culture

Guides

Feb 27, 2024

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3 min read

No Cars, Just Bikes

Your health is not the only reason the government is pushing this agenda.

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