The Meuse and Waal rivers flow
What is Maas and Waal flows?
The Maas and Waal Flows program is more than a commemoration. It is a movement we are setting in motion to strengthen our unique region. And it shows how water connects and challenges us. Together with residents, entrepreneurs, schools, associations, and partners, we want to discover how water has shaped our past, colors our present, and determines our future.
Maas en Waal stroomt takes you on a journey through the past, present, and future. Projects and activities allow you to experience how water shapes and connects our region.
Flood of '26 Program
The Flood of '26 Working Group has a varied program of activities throughout Maas and Waal. Commemorating the flood of 1926 is central to this. From theater performances and exhibitions to a Flood Marathon.
You can find more information about the activities and registration at www.watersnood26.nl. New activities are regularly added to the program.
Past: commemorating
Experience the stories of 1926. Discover how the flood affected our lives through exhibitions, photos, and personal stories brought to life by residents, associations, and museums. Together with the Watersnood '26 working group of the Tweestromenland Historical Association, Maas en Waal stroomt is making 2026 a meaningful year of remembrance.
Today: experience
Discover and experience how unique the area between the Meuse and Waal rivers is. Artworks, experience routes, and exhibitions highlight both the special and everyday characteristics of our region. This part of the program is still under development. We can already announce a few activities here:
- Information boards - Information boards will be installed in the five municipalities, telling stories about the significance of water in that location.
- Maas and Waal in pictures - Three photographers capture the identity and contemporary life with water in the Land of Maas and Waal. This exhibition will be on display from the summer of 2026.
- Spotlights on dike warehouses - there are eleven historic dike warehouses in our area. In October 2026, we will literally put them in the spotlight.
Future: looking ahead together
How do we deal with climate change and water safety? Together, we learn from the past and work on smart, innovative solutions that prepare us for tomorrow. We bring together ideas and strengths from residents, education, science, and organizations. Maas and Waal flows as a starting point for new water solutions.
Below you will find what we are working on in the course of our program.
- Dynamic map of rivers - The course of rivers is constantly changing. Using a digital map, we will soon be able to show how the Meuse and Waal rivers have changed over time.
Maas en Waal stroomt (Maas and Waal flow) is an invitation to commemorate, discover, learn, and enjoy together. Here, water is not just a river or a threat—it is a force that connects, inspires, and propels us forward. Join in and let Maas and Waal flow!
Maas en Waal stroomt is a program run by five municipalities: Beuningen, Druten, Heumen, West Maas en Waal, and Wijchen. The municipalities are collaborating on this program with the Watersnood '26 working group.
Maas en Waal stroomt is made possible in part by the province of Gelderland.