The Anda Kerkhoven Centre is located at Antonius Deusinglaan 1 in Groningen, just a short walk from the city center - approximately 10 minutes on foot. Its convenient location places it within easy reach of many central hotels, restaurants, and public transport options, making it ideal for visiting students, lecturers, and conference guests. Several well-rated hotels, such as The Social Hub Groningen and NH Groningen, are nearby, allowing for comfortable accommodation within walking distance of both the centre and Groningen’s vibrant downtown.
The venue
The Anda Kerkhoven Centre is a state‑of‑the‑art conference and education venue nestled within the UMCG complex on the Healthy Ageing Campus in Groningen. Positioned adjacent to the ERIBA building and the new Proton Therapy Centre, this landmark facility serves as both a gateway and a vibrant hub for interdisciplinary collaboration. Opened in October 2024 and named in honor of WWII resistance medic Anda Kerkhoven, it offers modern lecture halls, flexible project rooms, a welcoming foyer with a green roof garden. Its seamless integration with UMCG underscores the strong tie between healthcare practice and cutting-edge research, making it an ideal location for interdisciplinary conferences.
The address
Antonius Deusinglaan 1
9713 AV Groningen
https://www.rug.nl/staff/location/3227?lang=en
Car parking
Parking garage UMCG Noord (5 min walk) or Parking garage Boterdiep (7 min walk). For the Antonius Deusinglaan, it is best to park in UMCG Noord. More information about parking facilities.
Bus stop
Bus stop UMCG Noord, Groningen.
Individuals with a disability
The building has elevators to take people with disabilities to the appropriate floor. In addition, signage in the building is tactile and/or Braille in many areas. The building has 11 accessible toilets.