Quay in Grave full ahead of Sinterklaas’s arrival
The quay where Sinterklaas is due to arrive in Grave was full by about 11am on Saturday. The municipality expects 17,000 to 20,000 visitors for the national procession.
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The Maaskade in Grave was full by about 11am on Saturday, ahead of Sinterklaas’s expected arrival around noon, according to a spokesperson for the municipality of Land van Cuijk. The crowding came as the town prepared to host the national procession, with the municipality expecting 17,000 to 20,000 visitors overall.
The boat carrying Sinterklaas and his helpers is due to arrive at the Maaskade, where the procession will begin before continuing to a stage at the Markt. The municipality has arranged 4,000 extra parking spaces.
Families had begun arriving early in the morning. The spokesperson described the town as “pleasantly busy” shortly after 11am. Images reported by De Gelderlander showed signs telling visitors that the quay was full.
Mayor Marieke Moorman is due to welcome Sinterklaas at the quay. Speaking to Omroep Brabant on Saturday morning, she said: “I think all of Grave is ready for it.”
The quay’s capacity warning applies to that arrival point; the municipal visitor estimate covers the town’s event as a whole.
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