Visiting Groningen during a school holiday? Smart plan – but know that you won’t be the only one who came up with the idea then. During the holidays, the city actually fills up with families from the province, day trippers and returning students. Cosy? Absolutely. We tell you exactly when the school holidays are in the North region.
When are the school holidays in Groningen (2026)? Spring half-term:
- 21 February to 1 March
- May holidays: 25 April to 3 May
- Summer holidays: 4 July to 16 August
- Autumn half-term: 10 October to 18 October
- Christmas holidays: 19 December 2026 – 3 January 2027
