Join the river cleanup effort in Gelderland and earn €200 for your association
Residents of Gelderland can help clean up the banks of the Waal, Rhine, and Linge rivers on April 11 while earning €200 for their association. The municipality provides materials and waste disposal for groups of at least eight people.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | River cleanup initiative |
| Date | April 11, 2026 |
| Location | Waal, Rhine, and Linge riverbanks |
| Minimum group size | 8 people |
| Reward for participation | €200 per association |
| Registration deadline | April 1, 2026, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Organizer | Municipality of Lingewaard |
| Materials provided | Yes, including waste disposal |
The municipality of Lingewaard is responsible for local environmental initiatives, including waste management and community engagement programs. This river cleanup effort aligns with their goal of promoting sustainability and civic participation in the region.
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River scavengers wanted
Would you like to help your association contribute to a cleaner environment? You can, as a river scavenger! With your association, you will go along the banks and floodplains of the Waal, the Rhine, and the Linge to clean up waste.
Join in
On Saturday, April 11, we will be on our way. For their assistance, every participating association will receive €200. An association itself will assemble a group of at least eight people. The municipality will provide materials and waste disposal. Associations can register via our website between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM on Wednesday, April 1.