Schiedam residents head to polls as 2026 municipal elections kick off
Today, Schiedam's 64,300 eligible voters have the chance to shape their city's future in the 2026 municipal elections. Polling stations opened early, with over 21,000 ballots cast by 6 PM—don’t miss your opportunity to vote before 9 PM.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligible voters | 64,300 |
| Polling stations | 30 |
| Opening hours | 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM (Schiedam Centrum from 6:00 AM) |
| Votes cast by 11:00 AM | 5,284 |
| Votes cast by 3:00 PM | 13,740 |
| Votes cast by 6:00 PM | 21,090 |
| Required documents | Ballot paper + valid ID |
| More info | schiedam.nl/verkiezingen |
Municipal elections determine local governance, including mayors, council members, and policies that directly impact daily life in Schiedam. The city’s administration oversees polling logistics, voter accessibility, and election integrity to ensure a fair democratic process.
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The elections have begun; make use of your right to vote
Mayor Harald Bergmann set a good example this morning by casting his vote first at Schiedam Centrum station. The polling station at the station opened as early as 6:00 AM. The other polling locations opened at 7:30 AM. By around 11:00 AM, 5,284 eligible voters from Schiedam had cast their ballots, and by 3:00 PM, the number had risen to 13,740. By 6:00 PM, the total stood at 21,090. In total, around 64,300 residents are eligible to vote.
The mayor is making the rounds at all thirty polling stations in the city, where dozens of volunteers are working today to ensure the elections run smoothly.
The polling stations will remain open until 9:00 PM. If you are going to vote, please bring your ballot paper and a valid ID. Make use of your right to vote, because today is the day you can make a difference.
For an overview of all polling stations in Schiedam, visit schiedam.nl/verkiezingen. You can also find more information about the 2026 municipal elections here.