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Open Monument Day celebrations in Europe

Overview

In September 2026, the pan-European Open Monument Day celebrated its 40th anniversary under the theme ‘Resilient heritage, in times of uncertainty’. The event opened thousands of historic sites to the public for free across several countries.

In the Netherlands, the national opening of the VriendenLoterij Open Monumentendag was held at Museum Batavialand in Lelystad, Flevoland. The inauguration was conducted by Minister Rianne Letschert, Ambassador Janny van der Heijden, and Jan Klopman. Approximately 6,000 monuments participated nationwide, offering tours, exhibitions, and activities.

Regional highlights included Utrecht, featuring 87 monuments and 120 activities, such as the Louis Hartlooper Complex. In Westerkwartier, a record 53 locations participated, including museums, churches, and windmills. Other Dutch activities included the Dutch Steam Machine Museum in Medemblik, architectural showcases in Leeuwarden, and a symposium in Eemsdelta. Specialized programming included the ‘Open Train Festival’ at the Spoorwegmuseum and ‘Vineyard Open Days’.

In Kampen, over 40 monuments were made accessible, with a specific focus on the city’s 200-year history as a cigar manufacturing hub. Other participating Dutch areas included Rotterdam, Wassenaar, Alphen aan den Rijn, Nieuwkoop, Kaag en Braassem, Gouda, and Renkum. In Haren, the Burgemeester Boeremapark was highlighted as a green monument. In The Hague, 89 monuments were showcased, including the former Noodzetel complex and the former headquarters of the Hague Municipal Telephone Service.

In Belgium, activities were prominent in East Flanders under the theme ‘In Good Hands’. Projects such as ‘Flemish Masters in their Place’ highlighted hidden gems across Flanders and Brussels. In Itterbeek, the event focused on craftsmanship and heritage care at the Sint-Pieterskerk and Brouwerij Timmermans. Additionally, the Sint-Stefanuskerk in ’s Herenelderen offered rare views of a 15th-century reliquary shrine.

Entities

Open Monumentendag · Belgium · Netherlands · Rianne Letschert · Janny van der Heijden

Timeline

3 days ago

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Netherlands celebrates 40th Open Monumentendag weekend
The 40th Open Monumentendag is underway across the Netherlands, with over 6,000 historical sites opening for free under the theme ‘Resilient Heritage’.
6 days ago

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Open Monumentendag celebrates 40 years of heritage across the Netherlands and Belgium
The 40th edition of Open Monumentendag is being held across the Netherlands and Belgium, offering free access to historical sites, museums, and monuments under the theme of resilient heritage.
9 days ago

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Cultural festivals and heritage events held across Belgium and the Netherlands
Cultural events and Open Monumentendag celebrations are occurring across Belgium and the Netherlands, featuring heritage tours, street theater, and community festivals.
12 days ago

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Dutch heritage sites open for Open Monumentendag
During the Open Monumentendag on September 12, historical sites including the Huis van Zending in Zeist and the Dorpskerk in Ouderkerk aan den IJssel will host exhibitions and tours.
17 days ago

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Open Monumentendag 2026 to open historical sites across Belgium and the Netherlands
Open Monumentendag 2026 offers free access to various historical sites, museums, and landmarks across Belgium and the Netherlands, featuring guided tours, workshops, and cultural exhibitions.
about 1 month ago

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Open Monument Day 2026 scheduled for September in the Netherlands
The Open Monument Day in the Netherlands is scheduled for September 12, 2026, featuring free access to historic sites in Utrecht and musical scavenger hunts for children in Zwolle.
about 2 months ago

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Stadthagen opens 33 heritage sites for public on Open Monument Day
Stadthagen will open 33 monuments on 13 Sept 2026 for Tag des offenen Denkmals, featuring Schloss Stadthagen and over 100 volunteers; the town is known for its Weserrenaissance heritage.
about 2 months ago

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Netherlands celebrates Open Monument Day with resilient heritage events
Netherlands' Open Monument Day 2026 emphasizes resilient heritage, with a national opening in Flevoland on 11 Sept and local events in Veldhoven on 13 Sept, while thousands of monuments open free on 12‑13 Sept.

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