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  • Commemorations in Opsterland

    Every year, during the National Remembrance Day on May 4, we honor the victims of World War II and of subsequent conflicts and peacekeeping missions. At 8:00 p.m., the entire country observes two minutes of silence.

  • Commemorations on May 4 in Opsterland

    On Monday, May 4, we will come together across the country to honor all those who gave their lives for our freedom.

  • Smoking and burning ban | Increased risk of wildfires

    Effective April 29, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., a ban on smoking and open burning will be in effect due to an increased risk of wildfires.

Projects

  • It Aventoer

    The municipality of Opsterland is currently building a new Integrated Child Center, It Aventoer, in Langezwaag. You can read more about it on this page.

  • Think ahead

    Are you already prepared for an emergency? What you do today makes us stronger tomorrow. Opsterlanders think ahead.

  • Cycle route

    Comfortable and more pleasant cycling from Drachten to Heerenveen via the new regional cycle route through Nij Beets, Tijnje, and Luxwoude.