Military exercises in and around Opsterland
The Ministry of Defense conducts regular training to ensure it can carry out its duties effectively and safely. In addition to exercises on military bases, service members also train in populated areas. This helps them prepare for situations in which operations in populated areas are necessary. During the periods from week 36 through week 41 and from week 43 through week 45 (September through November 2026), a military exercise will take place in and around the municipality of Opsterland.
What does the exercise involve?
The exercise is being conducted by a unit from the 43rd Brigade Reconnaissance Squadron. This training is part of the training program for conducting reconnaissance missions, both on foot and by vehicle.
Number of military personnel: 20 people
Vehicles: 12 vehicles (Fennek and Volkswagen Amarok)
From the barracks in Havelte, the unit moves through the area via the designated main routes. Along the way, the soldiers stop at several locations to inspect intersections and bridges on foot. They then return to their vehicles and continue on their way. At the end of the day, the unit returns to the barracks in Havelte.
From the barracks in Havelte, the unit moves through the area via the designated main routes. Along the way, the soldiers stop at several locations to inspect intersections and bridges on foot. They then return to their vehicles and continue on their way. At the end of the day, the unit returns to the barracks in Havelte.
Nuisance, Safety, and Property Damage
Traffic will not be affected by the exercise.
No (training) ammunition will be used during the exercise.
The unit does everything in its power to prevent inconvenience and disruption to third parties.
If, despite the precautions taken, the military exercise does cause any inconvenience or damage, you can find more information about the complaint and damage claim procedures on the Ministry of Defense website: www.defensie.nl/onderwerpen/klachten-en-schadeclaims.
Vehicles exercise and overview map
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