Stichtse Vecht residents can join national tile-removal challenge with free Tile Taxi service
Residents of Stichtse Vecht can help combat climate extremes by replacing garden tiles with greenery. The municipality offers a free Tile Taxi to collect removed tiles and sand, supporting a nationwide effort to reduce flooding and heat stress.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Dutch National Tile-Removal Championship (NK Tegelwippen) |
| Duration | March 25 – October 28, 2026 |
| Municipality Involved | Stichtse Vecht (Utrecht province) |
| Free Service | Tile Taxi collects tiles and sand (March–June, September–October) |
| How to Participate | Report removed tiles via NK Tegelwippen website |
| Environmental Benefits | Reduces flooding, lowers heat stress, boosts biodiversity |
The municipality of Stichtse Vecht plays a key role in local climate adaptation initiatives, such as promoting green spaces to mitigate urban heat and flooding. By participating in the Dutch National Tile-Removal Championship, it encourages residents to contribute to broader environmental goals while providing practical support like the Tile Taxi.
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Dutch National Tile-Removal Championship: Tile Taxi Collects Tiles and Sand for Free
The municipality of Stichtse Vecht is participating in the Dutch National Tile-Removal Championship (March 25 to October 28, 2026). Everyone is invited to take part by removing tiles from their front, back, or façade gardens. The more tiles replaced with greenery, the better we can withstand changing weather extremes.
Tile Taxi Collects Tiles and Sand for Free
The municipality of Stichtse Vecht is offering support: if you’ve removed tiles and have leftover tiles or sand in your garden, we’ll collect them for free. The Tile Taxi will be running from March 25 and in April, May, June, September, and October. Read more about the Tile Taxi and how to request it on the NK Tegelwippen page.
Report Removed Tiles on the NK Tegelwippen Website
If you’ve removed tiles but aren’t using the Tile Taxi, report the number of tiles removed via the NK Tegelwippen website (Links to an external website).
Out with the Tiles, in with the Greenery
Tiles are impermeable, preventing water from soaking into the ground. Rainwater flows into the sewer system, and during heavy or prolonged rainfall, streets and basements can flood. During heatwaves, tiles make temperatures even hotter. More greenery is also crucial for biodiversity—animals and insects don’t thrive on tiles. Remove those tiles, restore healthy, aerated soil, and fill your garden with greenery!