Delfzijl Groningen
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The industrial town and port of Delfzijl,
founded in the 13th century, lies in the Groningen marshland
area which extends along the coast of the Waddenzee from Friesland
to the estuary of the Eems. The Delfzijl harbour is a scenic
area for walking and sightseeing. The inhabitants' main source
of income is agriculture where principal crops on the fertile
soil are wheat, sugar-beet, barley and rape. Characteristic features
of the landscape are the handsome farmhouses of the old terp
villages with their unusually large barns. Delfzijl is linked
with Groningen by the Eems Canal (navigable by vessels of 2,000
tons), along the banks of which numerous fields of natural gas
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Places to visit in Groningen |
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Groningen is the northeasternmost
province of the Netherlands. To the east it borders the German
state of Niedersachsen (districts of Leer and Emsland), in the
south Drenthe, in the west Friesland and in the north the Wadden
Sea. The capital of the province is the city of Groningen. The
province has an abundance of space and tranquillity, and along
the pretty country lanes and among extensive farmlands, are ancient
churches and tiny villages. The city of Groningen has picturesque
streets and squares, and its typical pubs and shops. The historical
towns of Ter Apel and Bourtange (fortress) should also be visited. |
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Where is Delfzijl? |
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Delfzijl is about 220 kms from Amsterdam
and Amsterdam Airport (Schiphol).
Delfzijl is about 275 kms from Rotterdam
and Rotterdam Airport.
By Air - Amsterdam's airport Schiphol (www.schiphol.nl) is
the Netherlands’ main international airport and the third
busiest in Europe. Rotterdam Airport (www.rotterdam-airport.nl)
is much smaller but has handy links to the UK, Germany and Mediterranean
destinations.
By Ferry - Several companies operate car/passenger ferries
between the Netherlands and the UK. Stenaline (www.stenaline.co.uk)
sails between Harwich and Hoek van Holland, while P&O North
Sea Ferries (www.poferries.com) operates an overnight ferry every
evening between Hull and Europoort (near Rotterdam).
By Train - The Netherlands has good train links to Germany
and Belgium and on to France.
By Bus - Amsterdam and Rotterdam, and a few of Holland’s
smaller cities such as Den Haag and Utrecht, are well connected
to the rest of Europe by long-distance bus.
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Delfzijl holiday homes - Accommodation in or close
to Delfzijl Holland
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Villa ten Hoeve
City: Steendam
Region: Groningen
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 4 Persons.
This atmospheric thatched house is located in 'Waterdorp het
Schildmeer', a mini park situated next to a quiet road amidst
the green heart of Groningen, in extended grounds and gorgeous
nature areas.
The house is located on the Schild lake, on a plot of ca. 300
m2 and has its own mooring for two ships (depth approx. 1.50m),
with swimming steps and garden shower.
From your holiday home you will have access to the open waters
to Appingedam, Groningen and the Wadden. |
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Steendam
City: Steendam
Region: Groningen
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 4 Persons.
This thatched house is in the Schildmeer Water Village. This
is a mini park in the heart of the Province of Groningen. The
park is surrounded by extensive landed estates and beautiful
nature reserves. There is a delightful view of the lake from
the holiday home. You can enjoy a clear view to Appingedam, Groningen
and the Waddenzee. You can hire boats in the nearby marina. The
holiday home has its own jetty, suitable for boats up to 8 metres
long. |
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