Visit to the wild horses in Westmünsterland

VHS Bocholt invites you to a wild horse excursion to the Merfelder Bruch

Fascinating nature observation for young and old: On Friday, 12 September, the Bocholt Adult Education Centre (VHS) is offering an excursion entitled "A visit to the wild horses" from 16:30 to 18:00. The meeting point is the wild horse track in Dülmen on Rekener Straße (L600).

First aid for dogs

VHS Bocholt offers practical seminar

What should I do if my dog is suddenly in distress? What should I do in the event of heatstroke, poisoning or an accident? Answers to these and many other questions can be found in a special first aid seminar for dog lovers, which the Bocholt Adult Education Centre (VHS) is offering on Saturday, 13 September, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the LernWerk (Industriestraße 1).

Bocholt votes: Local elections on 14 September

City of Bocholt informs about voting options // Website with information

On Sunday, 14 September 2025, local elections and elections to the Integration Council will take place in Bocholt at the same time. Voters will be able to cast their vote at the city's polling stations or go directly to the electoral office next week.

City of Bocholt seeks arbitrator for the North-West district

Minimum age 25 years // Residence in the arbitration district required

The city of Bocholt is looking for a new arbitrator for the arbitration district of Bocholt North-West. Interested citizens are invited to apply for this responsible honorary position.

Drill cores taken to test the masonry at the town hall

Sample analysis in Cologne // Fire brigade supports sampling on the River Aa

As part of the extensive refurbishment of Bocholt's town hall, core sampling has begun as planned at Berliner Platz. The aim of the measure is to reliably assess the structural condition of the existing masonry and, in particular, to determine possible moisture penetration. The results will serve as a technical basis for the upcoming work, during which the masonry will be completely renovated.

Instrument carousel for children and young people

Music school launches new group // Registration now open

From October 2025, a new instrument carousel will start at the Bocholt Isselburg music school. It is aimed at children and young people aged 6 to 12. No prior knowledge is required.

Applications for the Bocholt 2025 Heimatpreis now open

Volunteer support from the city of Bocholt // 5,000 euros in prize money // Applications possible until 30 October

Bocholt - Organisations and initiatives in Bocholt can now apply for the "Heimatpreis 2025". With the prize, which is endowed with 5,000 euros, the city of Bocholt is honouring the NRW state programme "Heimat. Future. North Rhine-Westphalia programme. We promote what connects people" to honour special volunteer work. The closing date for applications is 30 October 2025.

Volunteering: event series "Marktplatz Nachbarschaftshilfe" to be continued

Next event on Wednesday, 10 September 2025 // 5 p.m. in the St. Josef parish hall

The city of Bocholt's senior citizens' office is continuing its "Marktplatz Nachbarschaftshilfe" event series in September. The next event will take place on 10 September at 5 pm, this time in the St. Josef parish hall (Karolinger Straße 14). Senior citizens with a care degree and interested neighbourhood helpers are cordially invited to get to know each other in a relaxed atmosphere and make appointments for...

FW Bocholt: Severe weather operations after a tornado in the Mussum district

Bocholt fire brigade (ots) - The Bocholt fire brigade dealt with several severe weather incidents on Wednesday evening. The main focus of operations was in the Mussum district, where a tornado had probably completely destroyed the roof truss of a residential building. Fortunately, no people were injured. The house was no longer habitable due to the extensive damage. The neighbouring residential buildings were...

Bocholt bans sale of nitrous oxide to minors

New regulatory ordinance in force since 15 July

A ban on the sale and distribution of nitrous oxide to minors has been in force in Bocholt since 15 July 2025. With the new ordinance, the city wants to protect children and young people from the considerable health risks of nitrous oxide abuse.