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Forum Groningen

Groningen, Netherlands

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Forum Groningen

A ten-storey cultural building in Groningen's city centre, combining a public library with cinema halls, exhibitions and restaurants. Escalators run between the floors to a rooftop terrace with a view over the city.

Highlights

  • Rooftop terrace panorama
  • Central atrium escalators
  • Cinema halls with lounge sofas

Good to know

  • Free admission
  • Study tables free of charge

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