Your vote shapes Goirle's future: municipal elections today
Today, residents of Goirle and Riel can cast their vote to elect a new municipal council, directly influencing local policies on housing, safety, and community services. Polls are open from 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM—make your voice heard.
| Key Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Election Date | March 18, 2026 |
| Polling Stations Open | 07:30 AM – 09:00 PM |
| Locations | Goirle and Riel |
| Voting Aid | Kieskompas |
| Live Updates | Goirlse live blog |
| Election Night Broadcast | Lokale Omroep Goirle (CC Jan van Besouw, 09:30 PM – 12:00 AM) |
| Results Announced | March 19, 2026, 10:00 AM (Town Hall) |
| Report Counting Errors By | March 24, 2026, 04:30 PM |
The Municipality of Goirle organizes these elections to ensure democratic representation in local governance. The municipal council decides on policies affecting daily life, such as infrastructure, education, and public services in Goirle and Riel.
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Today you vote for our new municipal council!
Today, March 18, 2026, you will go to the polls to vote for our new municipal council. The polling stations will be open from 07:30 AM. You can find all the important information about this election day in this article.
Voting and polling stations
On our webpage www.goirle.nl/verkiezingen you will find an overview of the polling stations in Goirle and Riel. You will also find out what you need to bring to the polling station. You can vote from 07:30 AM to 09:00 PM.
Kieskompas
Not sure who to vote for? Use the Kieskompas. This is an online voting aid that helps you make your voting choice. You can access the Kieskompas via www.kieskompas.nl or via www.goirle.nl/verkiezingen.
Live blog
Want to stay up to date with election news and interim turnout figures during election day? Read our live blog on www.goirle.nl.
Election night to be followed via LOG
After the polling stations close, the Lokale Omroep Goirle will provide a live broadcast with news about election day and the first (provisional) results. You can attend this broadcast at CC Jan van Besouw from 09:30 PM to 12:00 AM or watch it live via the Lokale Omroep Goirle.
Counting the votes
On Thursday, March 19, the Municipal Electoral Office will determine the results of the municipal council election. The counting starts at 10:00 AM in the town hall, and you are welcome to attend. The results will be published on our website and can be viewed at the town hall.
Do you suspect a counting error? You can report this until Tuesday, March 24, at 04:30 PM to the Central Electoral Office. They will then check whether further investigation is warranted. You can find out how to report this after the results have been determined on www.goirle.nl/verkiezingen.