One of the smallest municipalities in the Netherlands is ceasing to exist

The municipal council unanimously approved a merger expected to occur in 2030, pending agreement from Rheden and Brummen. Extensive research indicated that continuing independently is not a viable long-term solution for Rozendaal, a small village facing financial challenges. Other municipalities in Gelderland are also planning mergers, contributing to a decline in the total number of municipalities in the Netherlands, which has decreased from over 1,100 in 1900 to 342 in 2023.