Military training exercise in Malden and Groesbeek: what residents need to know
Residents of Malden and Groesbeek may hear gunfire-like sounds on 20-22 April as the military conducts a training exercise. Around 40 soldiers, helicopters, and trucks will practice securing a building, with blank ammunition used indoors.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Dates | 20-22 April 2026 |
| Locations | Malden (near standalone building), Groesbeek |
| Participants | 40 soldiers, 1-2 trucks, 2 helicopters |
| Helicopter Activity | Wednesday afternoon, 22 April |
| Exercise Focus | Observing and securing a building |
| Ammunition | Blank (indoor use, sounds may carry) |
| Inconvenience Info | Defensie.nl |
The Ministry of Defence regularly conducts training exercises to prepare military personnel for operational readiness. These exercises are part of broader efforts to ensure the armed forces can effectively respond to security challenges, both domestically and internationally.
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Military exercise 20-22 April
From 20 to 22 April 2026, military personnel will conduct exercises in our municipality and in the municipality of Heumen. The exercise involves a unit from the 11 Air Manoeuvre Brigade. They will train near a standalone building in the vicinity of Malden and around Groesbeek.
A total of 40 soldiers, 1 to 2 trucks, and 2 helicopters will participate in the exercise. The helicopters will only be active on Wednesday afternoon, 22 April.
The unit will practice observing and "clearing" a building. By "clearing," they mean entering and securing a building.
During the exercise, the soldiers will use blank ammunition. This will occur indoors, but the sounds may carry outside as gunshots or bangs.
Does the military exercise cause inconvenience or damage? For information, please visit www.defensie.nl/onderwerpen/klachten-en-schadeclaims.