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Sinterklaas arrives in Veghel on Sunday 15 November 2026 at 13:30 on ship De Spanje, with more than 150 Pieten. He then rides via Hoogstraat to Markt, where children can shake his hand.
What to expect
Sinterklaas arrives on Sunday 15 November 2026 at 13:30 at Noordkade in Veghel, with many Pieten on boats ahead of him.
- Private ship De Spanje arrives at 13:30
- Day after the national arrival
- More than 150 Pieten accompany Sinterklaas
- Pieten sail ahead on different boats
- Ride via Hoogstraat to Markt
- Children can shake hands on Markt
- Mayor Kees van Rooij welcomes at Noordkade
- Annual arrival draws thousands
- Preparations started before summer holiday
Questions
When does Sinterklaas arrival Veghel start and end?
Sinterklaas arrival Veghel runs Sunday, 15 November 2026, 13:30.
Where is Sinterklaas arrival Veghel?
Sinterklaas arrival Veghel takes place at Noordkade, Veghel.
What happens after the arrival?
Sinterklaas rides on his horse via Hoogstraat to Markt in Veghel.
There he is officially welcomed.
Children can then shake his hand.
How many Pieten come with Sinterklaas?
The source says many dozens and more than 150 Pieten.
Pieten sail on different boats ahead of Sinterklaas.
How can I get more information?
Visit **sintinveghel.nl
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Getting there
Noordkade, Veghel, Noord-Brabant, NL
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