City, Netherlands
Internet in Groningen: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Groningen?
Median fixed broadband in Netherlands is 226 Mbps and mobile is 158 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Café, library and university wifi is fast and free in most places; some cafés limit laptop use at peak hours.
Getting online in Groningen
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from KPN, Ziggo and Odido covers nearly every home; roughly €35–65 a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Café, library and university wifi is fast and free in most places; some cafés limit laptop use at peak hours. |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid SIMs from carrier shops, supermarkets and kiosks, including Lebara and Lycamobile. EU SIMs roam at home rates. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | KPN, Odido, Vodafone |
| Monthly data plan | €10–25 ($11–28) |
Coworking in Groningen
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Groningen?
Median fixed broadband in Netherlands is 226 Mbps and mobile is 158 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Café, library and university wifi is fast and free in most places; some cafés limit laptop use at peak hours.
Which SIM card should I get in Groningen?
Prepaid SIMs from carrier shops, supermarkets and kiosks, including Lebara and Lycamobile. EU SIMs roam at home rates.
Can I use an eSIM in Netherlands?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Netherlands
- KPN
- Odido
- Vodafone
- NS (Dutch Railways)
- Qbuzz Groningen
- Groningen Airport Eelde
- UMCG
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.