Zandvoort election results: Elderly Party takes lead in municipal vote
Zandvoort's municipal elections have concluded with the Elderly Party Zandvoort (OPZ) emerging as the largest party. Over 7,900 residents cast their votes, shaping the town's future policies and leadership for the next four years.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Total eligible voters | 14,344 |
| Final turnout | 55.4% (7,936 voters) |
| Largest party | Elderly Party Zandvoort (OPZ) |
| Runner-up parties | Young Zandvoort, VVD |
| Polling stations | 13 locations across Zandvoort |
| Peak voting times | Final hour saw heavy turnout at train station, Blue Tram, and Town Hall |
| Mayor’s statement | Mayor David Moolenburgh urged residents to exercise their right to vote |
The Municipality of Zandvoort organizes and oversees local elections, ensuring a fair and transparent voting process. These elections determine the composition of the municipal council, which influences local policies, budgets, and community projects for the next four years.
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Live blog: Preliminary election results announced
Follow the latest news on the municipal elections on March 18, 2026.
Preliminary results
All votes have been counted and the preliminary results are in. The Elderly Party Zandvoort (OPZ) has become the largest party, followed by Young Zandvoort and VVD. Below, you can find the total number of votes per party. With these results, we conclude this live blog.
Turnout figures at 9:00 PM
When polling stations closed at 9:00 PM, a total of 7,936 residents of Zandvoort had cast their votes. This brings the overall turnout for these elections to 55.4%. The vote counting process is now underway.
Final votes being cast
The final half hour before polling stations closed saw heavy turnout in several locations, particularly at the train station, the Blue Tram, Pluspunt, and the Town Hall. Preparations for the results evening have begun at Theater de Krocht. From 9:00 PM onwards, the event will be broadcast live on radio and television.
Turnout figures at 5:00 PM
By 5:00 PM, a total of 5,366 residents of Zandvoort had cast their votes, resulting in a turnout of 37.5%. The stations at the train, the Blue Tram, and Pluspunt are particularly busy at this time.
Do you still want to vote? You can do so until 9:00 PM tonight.
Turnout figures at 2:00 PM
The turnout now stands at 26.5%, with 3,804 of the 14,344 eligible voters having cast their ballots in Zandvoort. Below, you can see which polling stations are already seeing high turnout.
Busy at polling station Oranje Nassaubsoek
A polling station has been set up in the gymnasium of the Oranje Nassaubsoek. Many people have been voting here since this morning.
Mayor visits polling stations
The mayor is making a round of all polling stations. The polling station at the Bodaan care home remains quiet at this time.
Turnout figures at 11:00 AM
So far, 1,931 residents of Zandvoort have voted, which is 13.46% of the total 14,344 eligible voters in Zandvoort.
Mayor casts his vote
Mayor David Moolenburgh has just cast his vote.
Zandvoort is changing. The results of the municipal elections will determine the course for the coming years. Today is the moment to make your voice heard and choose which party best represents you. I urge you to exercise your right to vote!
David Moolenburgh
Mayor
Polling stations open
Polling stations are now open. Today, you can vote at 13 locations in Zandvoort until 9:00 PM. View an overview of all polling stations.
Are you curious about the current turnout at your chosen polling station? Check the interactive map (link is external) for real-time updates on polling station activity.