June 27, 2016 · Team HG
Last weekend, from June 24 to 26, 2016, the summer festival ZomerWelVaart drew no fewer than 15,000 visitors to the Groningen quays. With many ships passing through on their way to DelfSail, the harbors and canals were well-occupied with over 100 different boats.
Since the well-known DelfSail Starting this year on Wednesday, June 29, there are many ships on the water in the run-up to the Netherlands' Sail event. Groningen was a suitable stopover for many. Visitors to the event had the chance to take a close look or go inside many of the ships.
Music, art and food
The heart of Summer Prosperity It was once again located on the Hoge and Lage der A in the city center. Many ships were surrounded by music, art, and food trucks. Throughout the weekend, various performances were given on Podium Z by artists including Haas, Moke, and DJ Swoolish. On Sunday, the stage was dedicated to young Groningen talent. Various food trucks provided matching bites and drinks during the summer festival; one could find sushi, barbecue, spicy Asian food, and French crêpes, among other things. Along the water of the A and the Noorderhaven, local artists displayed their works in various galleries and exhibition spaces along the ‘Art Route’. The event was a celebration for the whole family, and children were welcome at the Kids' Square.
Market
The 30 stalls of the Rarely Beautiful Market presented ‘a market with all kinds of unique, original, and handmade products, but also with other rarities such as creative repurposing, vintage, and retro items.’ As the ZomerWelVaart organization describes it. From illustrations to art and from accessories to bags and clothing; something for everyone.
Ships
The historic ships of Groningen attracted a lot of attention again. Over the past few days, visitors could go there for various activities.
On the Tromp, the program was adapted for DelfSail; the Verhalen van Groningen took the helm and filled the program with entertainment. Shipping enthusiasts were welcome aboard the ZK 4 Albatros for a shrimp peeling demonstration and to enjoy some fish. The Familietrouw – the oldest ship in the province of Groningen still in its original condition and fully seaworthy – was accessible for the ship's rich history and stories. The Nicolaas Mulerius served as the stage for the history of Delfzijl and the surrounding area this weekend, the Citius featured a stage for shanties, sea songs, and folk, and demonstrations of knotting and mending nets were given aboard the Feije.
Another entertaining program from the ZomerWelVaart festival – a spin-off of the WinterWelvaart – the organization looks back with satisfaction on the second edition of the festival.
Via: GIC
Photo: Facebook ZomerWelVaart
