Welcome to Groningen!
Groningen, or Stad for short as we say here, has a lovely compact city centre. Everything is within walking distance and you'll find an interesting mix of shops, dining and culture. What makes Groningen so unique is that its city centre is packed with independent entrepreneurs.
Lutje Lokaal takes you along the finest entrepreneurs that Groningen has to offer. Who are the faces behind the businesses that make Groningen so unique?
Especially fun to discover on a Lutje Local Saturday.
The next edition will take place on: SATURDAY, May 30, 2026.
“ Rather nearby, rather close ”
— Myron Hamming
What is Lutje Lokaal?
Did you know that Lutje means 'small' in the Groningen dialect? Lutje Lokaal is a foundation by and for local entrepreneurs from Groningen!
We organise the Lutje Local Saturday twice a year. We also have the Lutje Local City Guide, which you can pick up at all participating entrepreneurs and at the VVV.
On our website you'll find all Lutje Lokaal entrepreneurs (more than 110) that you can save as favourites and then put together your own route. You can also search by 10 different themes, such as vintage shops or lunch spots.
Additionally, there is now also the Lutje Local Gift Card. It is available at the Groningen Store VVV and can be ordered via the contact form on our website.
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