Zwijndrecht and Heerjansdam cast their votes in 2026 municipal elections: live updates and turnout
Residents of Zwijndrecht and Heerjansdam are heading to the polls today to shape their local government. With high turnout reported, follow live updates on results, key moments, and how your vote impacts your community’s future.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Municipalities | Zwijndrecht, Heerjansdam |
| Polling Stations | 18 (4 with different opening hours) |
| Voting Hours | 7:30 – 21:00 (most locations) |
| Turnout by 12:00 | 14% |
| Turnout by 18:00 | 33.2% |
| Election Evening Location | Town hall, Zwijndrecht (starts at 21:30) |
| Mayor | Leon Anink |
| Live Updates | Broadcast via ATOS, including candidate interviews |
The municipality of Zwijndrecht is responsible for organizing and overseeing local elections, ensuring a fair and accessible voting process for all eligible residents. These elections determine the composition of the municipal council, which directly influences local policies, budgets, and community projects.
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Live blog: Municipal elections 2026
Today, we head to the polls for the municipal elections. In Zwijndrecht and Heerjansdam, too, you can cast your vote at various locations. On this page, we will keep you updated on the progress of the election in our municipality. You will also find the interim turnout percentages here.
Every vote counts
You can vote today at 18 polling stations in the municipality. At most polling stations, you can vote between 7:30 and 21:00. Four polling stations have different opening hours.
Don’t forget to bring your polling card and a valid ID when you go to vote. For more information, visit our page Informatie over stemmen bij verkiezingen.
Election evening
This evening, you are welcome at the Election Evening in the hall of the town hall from 21:30. We will then wait together for the preliminary results. It will be a pleasant evening with music and refreshments.
LIVE BLOG
00:00. The preliminary results are in.
22:45 – Half counted
Half of the polling stations have been counted. Turnout is high, and interviews with the lead candidates are still being broadcast live via ATOS.
22:15 – Election evening in full swing
The election evening has begun, and the first results are being presented. This can be followed live via ATOS. ATOS is also broadcasting interviews with the lead candidates.
21:00 – Counting has begun!
18:00 – Interim turnout percentage
By 18:00, 33.2% of eligible voters in the municipality of Zwijndrecht had cast their ballots.
17:30 – Vote before 21:00!
Voting is still possible until 21:00, as seen here at the polling station in Sporthal Den Dam in Heerjansdam.
13:30 – Mayor visits polling stations
Mayor Leon Anink is visiting the polling stations in Zwijndrecht and Heerjansdam.
12:00 – Interim turnout percentage
By 12:00, 14% of eligible voters in the municipality of Zwijndrecht had cast their ballots.
10:00 – Mayor has voted
Mayor Leon Anink has just cast his vote. He voted at one of the two polling stations in the hall of the town hall.
05:30 – Polling station at Zwijndrecht Station is open
You can vote in the municipal elections in Zwijndrecht. The polling station at the station is now open.