Delft is situated centrally between Rotterdam and The Hague, and about half an hour from Amsterdam and the international airport Schiphol.

By public transport

Because of the excellent infrastructure Delft is easily accessible by public transport from Amsterdam international airport (Schiphol) or international railway stations such as Rotterdam Central Station or The Hague Holland Spoor.
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By car

By car you can reach Delft from The Hague or Rotterdam via the A13 motorway. Exit at Junction 9 for the center of Delft and follow the signs to the university campus ("TU").

Official language

For IASDR2011, English is the official language. No simultaneous translation will be provided.

Time difference

The Netherlands is in the Central European Time Zone. Central European Standard Time (CET) is 1 hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+1).

Climate

The weather in The Netherlands in October/November can be quite rainy, so please do not forget to bring a raincoat. The average temperature is around 10 - 15 degrees Celsius.
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Currency & Banking

The currency in The Netherlands is the euro (€). Credit cards are accepted at most restaurants and shops.

Electricity

Standard power supply in The Netherlands is 220V/50Hz (two-pin power outlet, type C or F).