Northern Maritime Museum

Northern Maritime Museum

The Northern Maritime Museum offers insights into the maritime history of northern Netherlands through engaging exhibits.

Founded in the late 20th century, the museum is housed in two medieval buildings that were part of a 16th-century distillery. It showcases the significance of ship transport in Groningen and features an array of historical and changing art exhibitions. Unique attributes include a virtual reconstruction of medieval Groningen and intricate detailed models of local shipyards.

Must-See Attractions

🚢 Ship Models: Explore detailed models depicting the operations of historical shipyards.

🏛️ Virtual Reconstruction: View a virtual representation of Groningen during the Middle Ages.

🍾 Paramaribo Church Replica: A carved replica of the church at Paramaribo presented within a bottle.

Accessibility is generally free, making it an excellent destination for tourists, families, and historians alike.