Bethel
Crossroads Village
State: Delaware
County: Sussex County
Founded: 1700s
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Farming village
Bethel is an old crossroads village in rural Sussex County. The town has declined to a handful of houses, a church, and a historic cemetery. It represents Delaware's agricultural past.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 30 mins
Quick Facts
- Historic crossroads
- Old cemetery
- Delaware's farming heritage
Location
Address: Bethel, DE
Coordinates: 38.5667, -75.6333