Brouwerij Martinus
Craft brewery in historic Groningen building: watch brewing, dine by tanks, sip drafts on rooftop with Martinitoren views, join tours and jazz nights.
Brouwerij Martinus is a family-run craft brewery in a historic industrial building in Groningen's city center. Brew fresh special beers on the ground floor, dine beside massive tanks on the first floor restaurant, and relax in the cozy brew café with rooftop terrace views of the Martinitoren on the top level. Enjoy guided tours, tastings, live jazz events, and a shop stocked with unique brews.[1][2][4]
A brief summary to Brouwerij Martinus
- Kostersgang 32-34, Groningen, Binnenstad, 9711 CX, NL
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Mixed
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Friday 3:30 pm-12 am
- Saturday 1 pm-12 am
- Sunday 3 pm-7 pm
Local tips
- Book brewery tours in advance via website; Fri 16:30, Sat multiple times, €15 includes 3 tastings.
- Visit shop early weekdays for fresh bottles; café opens later Thu-Sun.
- Reserve restaurant tables for Thu-Sat dinners next to brewing tanks.
- Check agenda for jazz events and rooftop terrace openings in good weather.
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Getting There
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Walking
5-min walk from Grote Markt; central Binnenstad location, flat terrain, no cost.
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Public Transport
Bus/tram to Groningen Centraal (10 min walk) or nearby stops; €2-3 single ticket.
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Biking
Fietsnetwerk knooppunt nearby; free bike racks, 2-5 min ride from station.
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History and Brewing Heritage
Established in 2015 by the Swierstra family in a monumental industrial building designed by architect Frans Klein, Brouwerij Martinus revives Groningen's beer tradition. Originally a printing press, the multi-story structure now houses a 10,000-liter monthly production facility with massive fermentation tanks visible from dining areas. Brewer Martijn crafts diverse styles like blondes, saisons, smoked porters, and barrel-aged specialties using a 1,000-liter brewhouse.[1][4][6]Ground Floor Brewery and Shop
Enter to the aroma of malt and hops amid bubbling kettles and towering tanks. Watch the brewing process or purchase bottles from the on-site shop open weekdays 10:30-17:00 (later Fri-Sat) and Sundays seasonally. Mout sacks are hoisted to the top-floor mill, offering glimpses of industrial operations from every level.[1][3]Restaurant and Café Experiences
Ascend to the first-floor restaurant (Thu-Sat 17:30-22:00) for meals beside the kettles, featuring weekly changing dishes from €20.50 mains and €34.50 three-course menus. The second-floor brouwcafé serves fresh draft beers in a homely setting, with a dakterras open in good weather overlooking the iconic Martinitoren.[2][4][5]Guided Tours and Events
Join Dutch-language tours Fri 16:30 and Sat 13:00/14:30/16:00 (€15, 1 hour, 3 tastings, min 4 people). The venue hosts jazz sessions, board game afternoons, and festivals like Beerwalk Groningen, blending craft beer with live music in the vibrant café.[2][4][6][8]Location and Atmosphere
Tucked on Kostersgang 32-34 in Binnenstad, steps from Grote Markt, the brewery blends industrial grit with welcoming warmth. Multi-level design creates an immersive journey from production to tasting, perfect for beer enthusiasts exploring Groningen's craft scene.[1][4][9]Explore the best of what Brouwerij Martinus has to offer
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