April 2, 2026
Easter bonfires 2026: Full schedule and locations in Drenthe revealed
Easter traditions come alive in Drenthe with 12 bonfires scheduled across the province. Residents can enjoy this cultural event on April 5 and 6, though Coevorden and Erm will skip this year’s celebrations. Check the full list to find the nearest bonfire near you.
| Location | Address/Intersection | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Benneveld | Westersteeg | Monday 6 April |
| Dalen | ‘t Grootveld at Vliers | Sunday 5 April |
| Gees | Corner of Duffertsweg and Schaapveensweg | Sunday 5 April |
| Holsloot | Near Den Hool at Hoolingeres | Sunday 5 April |
| Meppen | Intersection of Kampdijk and Muggedijkje | Monday 6 April |
| Noord-Sleen | Meadow along Groningerweg | Monday 6 April |
| Oosterhesselen | Veenakkerweg/Leutenakkerweg | Sunday 5 April |
| Sleen | Meadow opposite Schaapstreek 46 | Monday 6 April |
| Wachtum | Agricultural plot along Riewe | Sunday 5 April |
| Wezup | Meadow near Koestukkenweg 1 | Sunday 5 April |
| Zweeloo | Behind sports complex Alterbarg | Sunday 5 April |
| Zwinderen | Meadow along Nijlandsweg / Peerdevalsweg | Sunday 5 April |
Note: No bonfires in Coevorden and Erm this year.
Local municipalities in Drenthe organize and oversee cultural events like Easter bonfires, ensuring they align with safety regulations and community traditions. These events foster regional identity and provide a platform for communal gatherings.
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All Easter bonfires 2026 in one place!
Easter is approaching! Below is a list of the Easter bonfires that will be held this year.
- Benneveld: Westersteeg, Monday 6 April
- Dalen: On the grounds of complex ‘t Grootveld at Vliers, Sunday 5 April
- Gees: In the meadow, at the corner of Duffertsweg and Schaapveensweg, Sunday 5 April
- Holsloot: Near Den Hool at Hoolingeres, Sunday 5 April
- Meppen: On a small field near the intersection of Kampdijk and Muggedijkje, Monday 6 April
- Noord-Sleen: In the meadow along Groningerweg, Monday 6 April
- Oosterhesselen: Veenakkerweg/Leutenakkerweg, Sunday 5 April
- Sleen: In the meadow opposite Schaapstreek 46, Monday 6 April
- Wachtum: On an agricultural plot along Riewe, Sunday 5 April
- Wezup: In the meadow near Koestukkenweg 1, Sunday 5 April
- Zweeloo: Behind sports complex Alterbarg, Sunday 5 April
- Zwinderen: In the meadow along Nijlandsweg / Peerdevalsweg, Sunday 5 April
There will be no Easter bonfires in Coevorden and Erm this year.
This article was translated using European AI based on the original Dutch article