Early results from Kaag en Braassem municipal elections reveal tight race
Residents of Kaag en Braassem have cast their votes in the 2026 municipal elections, with preliminary results showing a close contest between local parties. Your vote helps shape local policies on housing, infrastructure, and community services for the next four years.
| Party | Seats (Preliminary) | Votes (23:54, 15 stations) |
|---|---|---|
| Samen Kaag en Braassem | 5 | 2,922 |
| Kern11 | 5 | 2,891 |
| Pro Kaag en Braassem | 3 | 2,226 |
| D66 | 3 | 2,066 |
| CDA | 3 | 1,978 |
| VVD | 2 | 1,728 |
| Turnout | 59.2% | Total votes: 13,811 |
The municipality of Kaag en Braassem organizes local elections to determine the composition of its municipal council. This council is responsible for making decisions on local issues such as zoning, public services, and community development, directly impacting residents' daily lives.
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Preliminary results at candidate level will be published on Thursday or Friday. The final results will be announced on Thursday, March 26.
Wednesday, March 18, 23:59
Preliminary seat distribution:
- Pro Kaag en Braassem: 3
- CDA: 3
- Samen Kaag en Braassem: 5
- D66: 3
- VVD: 2
- Kern11: 5
Turnout: 59.2%
Wednesday, March 18, 23:54
Interim preliminary results from all polling stations
The interim preliminary results with the last three new polling stations added: Gemeentehuis B (Roelofarendsveen), Het Spant (Leimuiden), De Ontmoeting (Leimuiden).
Pro Kaag en Braassem: 2,226
CDA: 1,978
Samen Kaag en Braassem: 2,922
D66: 2,066
VVD: 1,728
Kern11: 2,891
Total votes cast: 13,811
Wednesday, March 18, 23:37
Interim preliminary results from twelve polling stations
The interim preliminary results with three new polling stations added: Gebouw Immanuel (Woubrugge), Gemeentehuis A (Roelofarendsveen), Arendshorst (Roelofarendsveen).
Pro Kaag en Braassem: 1,645
CDA: 1,346
Samen Kaag en Braassem: 2,386
D66: 1,444
VVD: 1,294
Kern11: 2,319
Total votes cast: 10,434
Wednesday, March 18, 23:17
Interim preliminary results from nine polling stations
The interim preliminary results with three new polling stations added: Gebouw de Drieluik (Hoogmade), Dorpshuis Plein 13 (Rijpwetering), Gogherweide (Roelofarendsveen).
Pro Kaag en Braassem: 1,213
CDA: 909
Samen Kaag en Braassem: 1,608
D66: 1,048
VVD: 858
Kern11: 1,605
Total votes cast: 7,240
Wednesday, March 18, 22:51
Interim preliminary results from six polling stations
The interim preliminary results with three new polling stations added: Schoolhuis in Rijnsaterwoude, Partijcentrum de Buren (Roelofarendsveen) and Tech Campus de School (Roelofarendsveen).
Pro Kaag en Braassem: 496
CDA: 500
Samen Kaag en Braassem: 873
D66: 614
VVD: 582
Kern11: 937
Total votes cast: 4,002
Wednesday, March 18, 22:19
Interim preliminary results from three polling stations
The interim preliminary results from three polling stations: Dorpskerk Kaag, Clubgebouw Door Gunst Verkregen (Nieuwe Wetering) and Gebouw Die Twee (Woubrugge).
Pro Kaag en Braassem: 165
CDA: 185
Samen Kaag en Braassem: 247
D66: 231
VVD: 182
Kern11: 420
Total votes cast: 1,430
Wednesday, March 18, 21:35
Mayor's speech and preliminary turnout announced
Mayor Astrid Heijstee opened the election evening with a speech.
She also announced that the preliminary turnout was 56.88% at 20:15.
Wednesday, March 18, 21:00
Polling stations closed
The polling stations have closed, and the election evening at De Poco Más has begun.
Wednesday, March 18, 20:48
The election evening at Poco Más starts at 21:00!
At 21:00, the municipal election evening at Poco Más in Roelofarendsveen will begin for all residents of our municipality.
Theatremaker Sander van Egmond will host the evening and share his brief perspective on the municipality. We hope to present the first preliminary results at the party level per polling station from around 23:00. No definitive results will be presented this evening.
Wednesday, March 18, 17:34
Less than three hours left to cast your vote!
The polling stations close at 21:00, so don’t forget to cast your vote at one of our 15 polling stations in the municipality before then. At 21:00, the next phase of election day begins: counting the votes!
Wednesday, March 18, 16:24
Two polling stations in the town hall
There are two polling stations in the town hall in Roelofarendsveen: one staffed entirely by women and one by men. The atmosphere at both locations is good. Laughter can often be heard, and voters can choose between a candy or an Easter egg.
A tip from the polling station staff to voters: don’t forget to bring your own polling pass if you are authorized to vote on behalf of someone else. You may only cast a vote as an authorized representative if you are also voting yourself.
Wednesday, March 18, 15:17
The election day is in full swing! Have you voted yet?
Mayor Astrid Heijstee cast her vote this morning, as is tradition, accompanied by her daughter.
All aldermen and the management of the municipality of Kaag en Braassem have also already marked their ballots.
You still have until 21:00 tonight to cast your vote and help shape the future of our beautiful municipality!
Wednesday, March 18, 14:37
Election evening at Poco Más
When the polling stations close at 21:00, the municipal election evening at Poco Más (admission from 20:30) in Roelofarendsveen will begin for all residents of our municipality.
Theatremaker Sander van Egmond will host the evening and share his brief perspective on the municipality. We hope to present the first preliminary results at the party level per polling station from around 23:00. No definitive results will be presented this evening.
Hope to see you there tonight!
Wednesday, March 18, 13:52
Mayor Astrid Heijstee casts her vote on Wednesday morning
Mayor Astrid Heijstee cast her vote this Wednesday morning at the polling station in Woubrugge. She called on residents to do the same.
"Going to vote with my daughter in Woubrugge. A lovely tradition for young and old. What a beautiful sunny day! So I hope for a good turnout. Please go and vote. Your vote matters!"
Wednesday, March 18, 11:43
List of polling stations
Curious about the polling stations in the municipality? You can find all polling stations on this webpage on the website.
Wednesday, March 18, 11:15
Polling stations are open!
The polling stations are now open! Residents of Kaag en Braassem can cast their votes from 07:30 this morning.
We will keep you updated on this election day via this live blog. You will also find the first preliminary results per party per polling station here from around 23:00 tonight.