Overview
Delfzijl is a small harbour city in the northeastern Groningen Province with about 20,000 residents. It's not a major tourist destination in normal years, but it comes alive during the quinquennial DelfSail festival when almost a million visitors flock to see historic and modern ships from around the world.
Day Trips · Festivals · History · Nature
Before you go
Accommodation
Limited options: Eemshotel from €75, Hotel De Boegschroef from €70, Hotel Aan De Singel with private parking.
Connectivity
The public library has well-stocked internet facilities for travelers.
Events
DelfSail occurs every 5 years (next expected 2025-2026); Havendagen is annual in late August/early September.
Money
Delfzijl uses the euro (EUR). Standard Dutch banking facilities available.
Transport
Train from Groningen runs every 30 minutes (€6.80, 37 min). Bus connections to Winschoten, Uithuizen, Appingedam, and Groningen. Summer ferries to German Borkum and Ditzum.