# Open Monumentendag heritage event in Flanders

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/open-monumentendag-heritage-event-in-flanders
> Updated: 2026-08-22T03:34:59.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

The 38th edition of Open Monumentendag is scheduled for September 13, 2026, in Flanders. Under the theme ‘In goede handen’ (In good hands), the event will feature a record 890 locations and over 1,180 free activities.

Highlights include maritime heritage such as the restoration of the motor yacht Napoleon, tours of the Rhine and Inland Navigation Museum, and visits to the West-Hinder III lightship. Additionally, the Hegge Poederlee vzw is establishing a permanent exhibition at the Heggehuys to preserve local history dating back to 1412.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-22: Flanders heritage event to feature 890 locations in 2026

Flanders will host the 38th Open Monumentendag on September 13, 2026, featuring 890 heritage locations and over 1,180 free activities, including maritime tours and new permanent historical exhibitions.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/flanders-heritage-event-to-feature-890-locations-in-2026

### 2026-07-31: Zwolle hosts Open Monumentendag with new Hotel Florès among 60 venues

Around 60 historic sites in Zwolle opened to the public on Sept 12 for Open Monumentendag, including the newly launched Hotel Florès, a boutique hotel with 28 uniquely styled rooms and a ‘discolift’.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zwolle-hosts-open-monumentendag-with-new-hotel-flors-among-60-venues

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