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DelfSail - 22-26 August 2009

In the morning of 22nd August 2009 a magnificent scène will unfold at the Ems estuary in the Northern part of the Netherlands. An impressive fleet of Tall Ships, square riggers, traditional sailing vessels, yachts and steamships from all over the world approaches the port of Delfzijl. Sailing ships are under full sail in the wide estuary, a picture postcard of times past!

While crowds are waiting alongside the canal and at the quaside, the majority of the crews greet them with a song, while standing at the rigging. This 5th edition of DelfSail in 2009 promises a fleet, even bigger and more varied than ever before! The crewmembers know where they are going, to the friendliest port in the Netherlands with the big heart, where ships will be moored adjacent to the citycentre.

For the crews longing to see the big cities of Groningen and Amsterdam, daily busschedules are organised. Official receptions, culture and sports are high on the agenda, offering something special for all. Once being a part of this family means you will always return to the port of Delfzijl sooner or later. You are very welcome indeed!

Meet us at DelfSail 2009, Delfzijl, the Netherlands

Passenger services

AG Ems Netherlands BV operates a passenger liner service between Eemshaven and the German Wadden island Borkum since 1976. AG Ems is a subsidiary of the German ship owner ‘Aktien Gesellschaft Ems’, a company that since 1889 passenger services operates from Emden in Germany to Borkum.

Every year, three passenger/RoRo ferries (LOA 85 metres) sail to and from Borkum. During the summer season there are eight departures a day and in the winter season there is one departure per day. In the Beatrixhaven, AG Ems has the disposal over a modern new passenger terminal of 6 hectare with a parking facility for about 1,500 cars. Supplementary information and travel plans can be found on the AG Ems website.

Eems Dollard route

During summer season (May 1st - October 12th) Germania Schiffahrt GmbH operates a passenger liner service between Ditzum, Emden, and Delfzijl with the FGS Kommandant. Please find more information and a travelling schedule here.

Recreation

The Eemsmond area knows ample possibilities for recreation. Delfzijl has a wide range of services like a marina, a camping-site, museums, a beach, a boulevard near to the harbour, and an indoor swimming pool. The surrounding with her characteristic towns is ideal for walking and cycling tours. In addition, the waters in Groningen are very appropriate for canoeing and pleasure trips.

During the summer months, people often use the beaches of Delfzijl, Bierum, and Termuntenzijl. Boat trips towards the German Wadden islands Borkum and Helgoland leave from the Eemshaven, organized by AG Ems. Furthermore, the cultural city of Groningen is worth a visit as well as the Seal Rehabilitation and Research centre in Pieterburen.