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Urban district in Lower Saxony, Germany
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Delmenhorst is a city in Lower Saxony, Germany with almost 75,000 citizens. It is first cited in a document from 1247. In the late 19th century, Delmenhorst became an industrial city among other factories with the city's biggest factory, Nordwolle. In the present days a traveller can find a lot of exhibits of the history in the now-modern city.
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Castle Island
This is the island of the Delmenhorst castle, destroyed in 1711. The castle was called Wasserburg (Water Castle). There was a small tower, Blauer Turm (Blue Tower), which stood a little longer - until 1787. The Blauer Turm is the main tile on Delmenhorsts Coat of Arms.
The Graft is the big, green lung in the center of Delmenhorst. Its creation was concluded on May 8, 1905. There are two parts of it, the inner and the outer part. The inner part was created once to be a park around the castle. Walk around a little and enjoy the nice scenery with small creeks of the Delme. Also you can do some minigolfing or hire a boat (May to September).
literally: Small House
The Kleines Haus is the theater in Delmenhorst. Of course most shows are in German, but maybe you just want to join one show to feel old-school theater style and friendly people around.
Potato Festival
Yes, the main setting is about the potato. But also you can see and buy hand-crafted goods and eat some potatoes in all different ways of preparation.
Kramer market
The Kramer market is a traditional folk festival with fun rides and tasty food. It occurs twice a year, in the end of April and in the middle of September. Almost every citizen is at least once a year there. In the opening there is a procession and fireworks take place in the night at the beginning and in the last night. One day, typically Tuesday, is family day. Everything is then a little cheaper. The festival is the oldest festival in the city.
Museum Mill
The historic mill is located north in the city in the district Hasbergen. In 1950 an electric motor was installed to power the turbine. In 1986 the mill was deactivated. Later, in 1991, a museum was installed. It shows the history of the still working mill and the structure needed to build and use such a mill.
literally: North wool
The Nordwolle was the biggest factory in Delmenhorst. It produced wool. The production started in 1884 and was stopped 1981. Afterwards, new businesses became part of the site. Now over 1000 people live and work there. Make a tour in the museum or just walk around at the site and take a look at the astonishing architecture out of 1890. The name of the museum is Nordwestdeutsche Museum für IndustrieKultur. The site is part of the European Route of Industrial Heritage.
Water tower
The old water tower is located next to the city hall. Years ago the 44-m-high tower should be the sign for a new Delmenhorst. Nowadays the well-known building is one of the highest ones in downtown. You can get up to the viewing platform and have a nice view over the city.
Christmas Market
The Christmas market is another traditional market in Delmenhorst. Buy some Bratapfel (apple in a candy glaze) or drink some Glühwein (hot wine punch - it's really good!). Also some fun rides and more food is available.
Farmers Market
Also called Rathausmarkt (city hall market). This is the biggest farmers market in Delmenhorst. Just walk around and see some traditional trading. But do that before 13:00, because the market closes then.
Delmenhorst offers six different bicycle routes through and around the city. All are well-marked and either off beaten paths or separates lanes. The maps for the routes can be bought in the city hall at the Stadtmarketing GmbH. They are called Radwanderkarte and cost €2.90. You can find the signs for the tours all over the place. They look like the following description: On top you see a bicicler and in the lower part you'll see, e.g. R 1 for route 1.
The GraftTherme is a public swimming pool with lots of things to do. You have a general swimming area inside and outside, a big slide, an adventure area, and a restaurant. Parking is free.
Jute Bowl is a bowling centre in the middle of the town. They offer different kinds of events. Have a beer here or play some pool.
Gliding
If you want to do some gliding, here might be the right place. Since north Germany is very flat it is easy to fly without obstacles. They offer weekend courses for beginners. The Grosse Höhe is located east of Delmenhorst. Look here (grossehoehe.de/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=68&Itemid=74, German) for a map.
Museum train
The museum train "Jan Harpstedt" is located in the town Harpstedt. Take a tour in the old, steam-powered train over a station south in Delmenhorst (at the Grüne Straße) to the town Lemwerder. You can buy food and they take your bicycle on board.
This restaurant is in the district Deichhorst. It serves well-tasting Greek food as well as some common plates.
Serves good Italian food. It is a little more pricey here.
In this place you can find typical German food. Bring your dictionary as the menu is only in German.
Slattery's is an Irish pub. Dance, drink, have a good time there. Mostly filled at the weekends.
The White Lion is a rock bar. It is not as big as the Slattery's but definitely worth trying it out! If you are female and kind try to catch a drink from the owner for free!
The location is not too far away from downtown. This street is located in the district Deichhorst. You can find some nice restaurants and bars here. Also a small park is nearby.
Lake Steller
The Steller See is a recreational area close to the city. It lies next to the clean bathing lake Steller See. You can find a bar, a restaurant and a kiosk for your needs. The surrounding area is a very beautiful, nature area. Make sure to go in the summer into the nearby corn maze.
Located right in the middle of the town. The bus and train stations are nearby and the city center is just a stone throw away.
This hotel is located a little away from the city's center, but with the well operating public transportation system that shouldn't be a problem.
literally: Long Street
This is the main shopping street in Delmenhorst. Here you can find stores for clothes, restaurants and more. Also make sure you take a look into the Einhorn Apotheke (Einhorn Pharmacy). This pharmacy is over 100 years in the possession of one family. They have a chronology with pictures in the pharmacy. This is a pedestrian-only street.
By train
There is a regular train service from Bremen, Oldenburg and other cities.
By car
The heavily used motorway 1 (Autobahn 1 - A1) connects to Bremen in the northeast or Cologne in the southwest. If you're coming from the Netherlands, then the quieter A28 is your choice.
By bike
Riding a bike is one of the preferred means of transport. Bike paths are in excellent condition and usually exist next to every street and pavement.
By bus
Buses are widely available.de, German). The central bus station (ZOB – Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof) is located next to the central train station.
By taxi
This is the most expensive but also the most flexible alternative. If you want to get back to your place, just ask the bar or restaurant you are in to call a taxi for you.
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