IJlst

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IJlst (Frisian: Drylts) is located about 3 km southwest of Sneek. It lies within the municipality of Wymbritseradiel. It received city rights in 1268 and is one of the eleven cities in Friesland. The little city counts approximately 4000 people.

[edit] Name

The name IJlst is coming from the name of the river Ee ore Ey. This river is the central point of the little city.

The city has a railway station between the cities Sneek and Stavoren.

[edit] Districts

The following districts are part of IJlst:

  • Centrum
  • Roodhem
  • Mientlan
  • Noord
  • Wiiddraai
  • De Rat
  • Cloosterkamp
  • De Iendracht

Coordinates: 53°01′N 5°37′E

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