Exploring the Charms of a Dutch Village
Tucked away in the northeastern corner of the Netherlands, the quaint village of Termunten awaits those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. With its rich history, serene landscapes, and genuine Dutch charm, Termunten offers a unique glimpse into a simpler way of life.
Termunten boasts a history that stretches back for centuries, and it’s evident in its well-preserved architecture and picturesque streets. Strolling through the village, visitors can admire historic buildings and traditional Dutch windmills, evoking a sense of nostalgia.
The surrounding natural beauty of Termunten is equally impressive. The village is situated on the shores of the Wadden Sea, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering visitors a chance to explore the unique tidal flats and observe a wide variety of bird species.
In Termunten, hospitality is a way of life. Local residents are known for their warmth and friendliness, and they take pride in sharing the stories and traditions that make their village special. The village’s small cafes and eateries serve up delicious Dutch dishes and provide an opportunity to connect with the locals.
In an era where people seek authentic and off-the-beaten-path experiences, Termunten offers a serene and unspoiled destination where travelers can immerse themselves in the culture and nature of this hidden Dutch gem.
Recreational shipping became important for the port in the last decades of the twentieth century. When the dikes were raised to delta height in 1972, a new lock and a storm surge barrier outside the dike were constructed
FORMER CREMER PUMPING STATION
Around 1930 the capacity of both locks reached its maximum.
The Cremer pumping station was put into operation in 1931 and has a pumping capacity of 1100 m3 water/minute. At the end of the last century, partly due to the subsidence, this was no longer sufficient. In 2000, the new Rozema pumping station, with a capacity of 2700 m3 water/minute, took over the work of ‘Cremer’. The Cremer pumping station is now a museum pumping station, it rinses the marina at depth every spring and remains a backup for the Rozema pumping station.
ROZEMA PUMPING STATION
The Rozema pumping station was completed in 2000.
Between 1919 and 1948 the tram line Winschoten – Delfzijl of the Stoomtramweg-Maatschappij Oostelijk Groningen ran through Termunterzijl. In 1990 the municipality of Termunten, to which Termunterzijl belonged, was added to the municipality of Delfzijl.
Termunterzijl is a village on the Eems estuary in the municipality of Eems Delta in the province of Groningen. It has about 300 inhabitants in 2020.
The place was created after a lock was laid in the Termunter Zijldiep in 1601. The Stadsweg ended here, connecting the city of Groningen with East Friesland via Appingedam, Farmsum and the Oosterhoek.
Sint Maartens flood.
After that, the journey to Emden could be continued by ferry. In 1686 the side was destroyed and almost all inhabitants perished, during the Sint Maartens flood.
In 1725 a new lock was built by order of the city of Groningen under the direction of city architect Anthony Verburgh: the Boog van Ziel.
At the end of the French period Termuntezijl was of military importance because a battery was stationed there for the siege of Delfzijl.
19th century
Around the middle of the 19th century it was a fishing and trading place.The growth of Termunterzijl as a trading place was largely due to the flourishing of peat-colonial shipping.
The coat of arms of Termunten was awarded to the Groningen municipality of Termunten by decree by the High Council of Nobility on 21 June 1940. From 1990 the coat of arms is no longer in use as a municipal coat of arms because the municipality of Termunten was merged into the municipality of Delfzijl.
