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No. 9887 · Netherlands · Western Europe

Appingedam

53.31°N 6.84°E · 0 m

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Overview

Appingedam is a charming small city in Groningen province with just over 12,000 inhabitants. It is one of the main tourist destinations in the northern Netherlands, known for its remarkable medieval façades and the famous 'hanging kitchens' protruding from buildings above the Damsterdiep canal.

Architecture · Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Museums

Before you go

Connectivity

The Netherlands has excellent mobile coverage with KPN, Vodafone, and T-Mobile. WiFi is available at cafes and the tourist office.

Language

Dutch is the official language. English is widely spoken throughout the Netherlands, making communication easy for international travelers.

Money

The Netherlands uses the Euro (€). ATMs are available in town. Most places accept card payments, though some smaller establishments may prefer cash.

Transport

Appingedam has a railway station (Station Appingedam, Spoorbaan 2) and bus station (Busstation Appingedam, Farmsumerweg 212). The N33 road connects to Assen to the south and Eemshaven to the north.

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