2026 is the International Year of Volunteers. Volunteers are indispensable to our society. The Municipal Executive has therefore decided, in collaboration with Paleis Het Loo, to make 10,000 tickets available free of charge during the weekend of 19 and 20 September. This is a token of appreciation for the dedication and commitment of Apeldoorn’s volunteers in our municipality.
That weekend, Het Loo Palace will be opening its doors especially for this group. With a free ticket, you can visit the palace, the beautiful gardens and the charming stables courtyard at Het Loo Palace as a volunteer.
Tickets
There are 5,000 tickets available each day for our volunteers.
Would you like to take advantage of this offer? Don’t wait too long to place your order, because once it’s gone, it’s gone!
Book ticketsHow can I book tickets?
You can book tickets via the website: tickets.paleishetloo.nl/apeldoorn
Please enter the following code here: APEL26GA
You must also select an arrival time so that Paleis Het Loo can manage visitor numbers effectively. We also ask you to state which organisation you are volunteering for.
How many tickets can I order?
You can order a maximum of 2 tickets per person.
Will the tickets be sent to my home address?
No, you will receive a confirmation email containing your tickets. Please make sure you have downloaded these onto your phone before visiting Paleis Het Loo.
Can I use my ticket to visit the Apeldoorn Palace Weekend on more than one day?
No, your tickets are only valid on the day you have chosen.
You can choose a ticket for either Saturday 19 or Sunday 20 September
Do I need to let you know when I’m coming?
When booking your ticket, you must specify which day you wish to visit. You must also book a time of arrival. Once you are inside the palace, you may stay until closing time.
I live in one of the villages. Am I also eligible for tickets?
Yes, certainly. The tickets are intended for volunteers throughout the entire municipality of Apeldoorn, including those in the villages.
I haven’t received an invitation at home, but I am a volunteer.
Can I request a ticket as well, then?
Yes, that’s fine. The tickets are for all volunteers active in the municipality of Apeldoorn. When booking your ticket, you can specify which organisation you work for.
Is participation compulsory?
No, attendance is not compulsory, but if you have booked a ticket, we do expect you to make use of it. This is because the number of tickets is limited.
I’ve booked tickets, but I’m unable to attend. Can I return my ticket?
Perhaps you know another volunteer in the municipality of Apeldoorn who you could make happy by giving them your ticket(s). You could look within your organisation or network to find someone.
I have tickets, but I’d like to go on a different day or at a different time. Can I change my booking?
The tickets are only valid for this weekend and therefore not for any other days.
If you would like to rebook your booking for the weekend of 19 and 20 September to a different date, this can only be done via the online process available in the ticketing system.
I’m a volunteer but I don’t live in Apeldoorn. Can I still apply for a ticket?
The tickets are intended for volunteers who are active in the municipality of Apeldoorn. If you do not live in Apeldoorn but are active as a volunteer for, for example, an Apeldoorn-based organisation or activity, you can apply for a ticket.
Can I buy tickets at the venue if I haven’t been able to book any?
No, there are no tickets available at the ticket office at Paleis Het Loo for this weekend. Tickets for this weekend are reserved exclusively for volunteers in the municipality of Apeldoorn and are only available online via tickets.paleishetloo.nl/apeldoorn
What are the opening hours?
Het Loo Palace is open from 10.00 to 17.00. You book a time to arrive. You can then stay until closing time.
Where can I park?
We would ask you to cycle here wherever possible. If that is not possible, there are also parking spaces for cars. Parking on these special days costs €5.00 and you can buy a parking ticket at the ticket office at Paleis Het Loo.
Are there any special facilities for visitors with disabilities?
Yes, Het Loo Palace has facilities for visitors with disabilities, including wheelchair-accessible paths and lifts. For specific information, please contact Het Loo Palace’s visitor services or visit Accessibility | Het Loo Palace
Are pets allowed during the Apeldoorn Palace Weekend?
No, unfortunately pets are not allowed at the event, with the exception of assistance dogs.
Can I bring food and drink into Het Loo Palace?
Yes, you can bring your own food and drink. There are various areas on the grounds of Paleis Het Loo where you can eat and drink. Food and drink are not permitted inside the palace or the exhibition.
Is there a cloakroom available for storing coats and bags?
Yes, there is a cloakroom where you can leave your coats and bags. Please note that coats and larger bags must be left in the cloakroom. Only small bags are allowed inside the palace.
Is there a special programme during the Palace Weekend?
Your ticket grants access to the palace, the gardens and the Stallenplein. Explore the palace rooms with an audio tour or a guided tour. Or visit one of the exhibitions in the new wing of the palace. This weekend also features the temporary exhibition The State of Wander still to be visited.
The gardens are at their most beautiful in September, and during September Garden Month there are a number of guided tours and activities. For more information, visit Events: things to see and do | Het Loo Palace
Tips for your visit
- Try to get on your bike.
If that’s not possible, there are also parking spaces for cars. The parking charge this weekend is 5 euros per car. Parking tickets are available at the ticket office. - It’s a 500-metre walk from the entrance to the palace.
If you have difficulty walking, you can use the shuttle bus. This costs €0.50 per person. - Due to the fragility of the collection, jackets and coats must be hung up at the (supervised) cloakroom.
You are not allowed to wear a coat inside the palace. - Larger bags are also not allowed inside the palace.
We ask that you do not bring any rucksacks or large bags. - Please bring a pair of headphones or earphones from your mobile phone for the audio tour of the palace.
No audio equipment is available for hire at the palace during the Palace Weekend.
