Pub Trail Groningen: an adventure full of surprises

Pub Trail Turns Groningen Into a Playful Citywide Game of Discovery

A lively and interactive experience transforms Groningen into an open-air playground through the Pub Trail, a self-guided scavenger hunt that blends sightseeing with pub games. Designed for friends, families, and colleagues, the activity invites groups to explore the city’s streets while completing challenges and enjoying a relaxed, social atmosphere.

Participants create their own route with no fixed stops or predetermined bars, choosing cafés along the way to take part in fun assignments and mini-games. As they move through the city, they also pass notable locations such as Martinikerkhof, adding a cultural backdrop to the playful competition unfolding across the urban landscape.

The experience is built around flexibility and group interaction, allowing players to start, pause, or finish whenever they choose. Teams stay together throughout the trail, earning points for completed tasks while engaging in friendly competition that keeps the energy high and the experience entertaining from start to finish.

At the end of the trail, scores are tallied and a winner is announced, adding a lighthearted competitive edge to the adventure. Blending social fun, exploration, and local discovery, the Pub Trail offers a fresh way to experience Groningen’s cafés, landmarks, and vibrant city life in one engaging journey.