The history of "Herberg Onder de Linden"dates back to 1735. The foundation of the building originates from the ruins of an old monastery in Aduard.

Herberg, which Dutch means a taverne and a lodging house, had a perfect location in Aduard. Situated between Groningen and Friesland, Aduard proved an excellent stopping place, providing food and lodging for travellers and stabling for horses.

Deserted in 1987, the house became neglected. Thanks to Geerhard and Petra Slenema renovation work started in 1990 and the building was back to its full glory in 1991. The Slenemas transferred their 12 year long experience from their Groningen located "Le Merinos d"Or"restaurant to Aduard and renamed the restaurant "Herberg Onder de Linden". In 1992 "Herberg Onder de Linden"achieved a Michelin star similarly as did its predecessor "Le Merinos d`Or" in1985.

Geerhard and Petra Slenema have a passion to run a restaurant of the highest quality in a pleasant and cosy atmosphere.