Delfzijl

The city has a large industrial area, a busy port, a tiny beach and a few attractions to entertain the (mostly accidental) visitors. The place is not recommended for a longer stay, but has plenty of shops, a few hotels and a well stocked public library with internet facilities. Delfzijl gained national notoriety in 2005 and 2006 because of political turmoil caused by its bickering local politicians. One of the last mayors to leave town in a hurry (Ms. Marritje Appel), bitterly denounced the city as "Sicily of the North". During the local elections of 2006 30% of all voters in the city of Delfzijl submitted an "abstain vote". Tourist Information Office (VVV) J. v.d. Kornputplein 1a [email protected]

By Train

Delfzijl is connected to the Dutch railway network, with regular train services from major cities including Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Rotterdam. The station is typically within cycling distance or a short walk from the town center.

By Car / Road

Delfzijl is well-connected by Dutch highways and regional roads. Ample parking is available on the outskirts of the town center. Regular bus services connect Delfzijl to neighboring towns and cities.

The city centre and the harbour area are small enough to explore on foot. If you have a bike, that can be convenient if you want to head to the surrounding hamlets or are up for a bike tour along the coast. If you want to rent one you'll have to inform at the tourist office however, as there are no regular bike rental companies in town.

The town centre has a number of interesting structures. Just strolling around will lead you past most of them, as the centre is small and easy to navigate. There's the windmill

Stroll along the sea side promenade, watching ships heading in or out. It offers fine views of the harbour, where there's always something going on If you're here at the end of August or early September, you might be in time for the

Some of the best restaurants in town belong to hotels. The

Dutch café culture thrives in Delfzijl. Brown cafés (bruin cafés) — traditional Dutch pubs with a cozy, dimly lit atmosphere — serve local beers, wines, and strong spirits. Specialty coffee shops offer artisanal brews and pastries. In summer, outdoor terraces are popular for enjoying a drink while people-watching. Local breweries may offer regional beer varieties.

Budget: Hostels and budget-friendly guesthouses offer basic accommodation from around €30–60 per night.

Mid-range: Comfortable hotels and bed & breakfasts are available from €70–130 per night, typically within walking distance of the town center.

Upscale: Boutique hotels and higher-end properties offer premium amenities and superior comfort from €140 per night.

Delfzijl offers the usual Dutch main street shopping experience (Blokker, Hema, Zeeman, etc.).

There is a ferry service for people and bicycles (but no cars) to Emden in Germany. The boat runs only Wednesday, Friday and Saturday and only from May to September. Reservation is possible, but not necessary. Routes through Delfzijl