Discover Delft

CHoPS 2027 · Destination Delft

Discover
Delft.

Historic canals, Delft Blue, lively terraces and one of Europe's leading university cities - Delft is an inspiring setting for CHoPS 2027.

History × Innovation

Small city.
Big character.

Delft combines centuries of Dutch history with a strong culture of science, engineering and innovation. Its compact historic centre is easy to explore on foot, with canals, cafés, museums and university life all within easy reach.

 Historic Delft   The Markt & Nieuwe Kerk 
 CHoPS 2027 Venue   TU Delft Aula 
Why Delft?

A city made
for exploring.

Delft is compact, walkable and full of character - ideal for combining a scientific conference with a memorable Dutch city experience.
01 - WANDER

Canals & courtyards

Walk from bridge to bridge, discover quiet side streets and experience the historic city centre at your own pace.

02 - DISCOVER

History & Delft Blue

Visit the Markt, Nieuwe Kerk, Oude Kerk and discover the craftsmanship behind Delft's world-famous blue ceramics.

03 - CONNECT

Science & innovation

TU Delft gives the city a young, international and forward-looking energy - a natural fit for CHoPS 2027.

Don't Miss

Delft moments.

A few experiences worth fitting around your conference programme.
01 The Markt & Nieuwe Kerk  Enjoy Delft's main square and climb the Nieuwe Kerk tower for panoramic views across the city. 
02 Canals & historic streets  Delft's centre is best experienced slowly: by foot, bicycle or even from the water. 
03 Delft Blue  Discover the ceramics that made Delft famous and see how centuries-old craft meets contemporary design. 
04 Vermeer's Delft  Walk through the city that inspired Johannes Vermeer and experience the light and streets connected to his work. 
Between Sessions

Delft fits your schedule.

Even a short break gives you enough time to experience some of the city.
 60 min 

Coffee & canals

Take a short walk through the historic centre, cross a few bridges and enjoy a great coffee.

 2–3 hrs 

Classic Delft

Visit the Markt and churches, wander the canals and add a Delft Blue stop.

 Evening 

Dinner & sunset

Find a terrace or restaurant in the historic centre, then finish with an evening walk along the canals.


CHoPS 2027 Venue

TU Delft Aula.

The Aula Conference Centre sits at the heart of the TU Delft campus and provides the central setting for CHoPS 2027 - combining scientific exchange with the energy of one of Europe's leading technical universities.

TU Delft Aula Conference Centre
Mekelweg 5 · 2628 CC Delft
The Netherlands

Make Delft part of your CHoPS experience.

Plan a little extra time before or after the conference to discover the city.

 Explore Delft → 
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