Zwijndrecht residents cast their votes in 2026 municipal elections
Today, residents of Zwijndrecht and Heerjansdam head to the polls to shape their local government. With 18 polling stations open, your vote helps decide the future of your municipality—don’t forget your ID and polling pass.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Election Date | March 18, 2026 |
| Municipality | Zwijndrecht and Heerjansdam |
| Polling Stations | 18 (most open 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM, 4 with different hours) |
| Turnout by 12:00 PM | 14% of eligible voters |
| Election Evening | Town hall lobby, 9:30 PM – preliminary results, music, and refreshments |
| Required Documents | Polling pass + valid ID |
| Mayor’s Vote | Mayor Leon Anink voted at town hall |
Municipalities in the Netherlands organize local elections to determine the composition of the municipal council, which plays a key role in shaping policies on housing, infrastructure, and community services. The mayor, appointed by the national government, oversees the electoral process to ensure fairness and transparency.
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Live blog: Municipal elections 2026
Today, we head to the polling stations for the municipal elections. In Zwijndrecht and Heerjansdam, you can also 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
Today, you can vote at 18 polling stations in the municipality. At most polling stations, voting is possible between 7:30 AM and 9:00 PM. Four polling stations have different opening hours.
Don’t forget to bring your polling pass 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 lobby of the town hall from 9:30 PM. We will then await the preliminary results together. It will be a pleasant evening with music and refreshments.
LIVE BLOG
05:30 AM - 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.
10:00 AM - Mayor has voted
Mayor Leon Anink has just cast his vote. He voted at one of the two polling stations in the lobby of the town hall.
12:00 PM - Interim turnout percentage
By 12:00 PM, 14 percent of eligible voters in the municipality of Zwijndrecht had cast their ballots.