How high are rents in Assen at the moment?

We do not quote specific rents in Assen , because we have no reliable current source. According to CBS, the wijken differ greatly: flats predominate in the Centrum, houses in Marsdijk and Kloosterveen. Compare offers on Dutch portals and with housing associations before you commit.

Which district suits families with children?

For families, the main options are Pittelo , considered child-friendly with lots of green space, Marsdijk with many terraced houses, and the young Kloosterveen west of the city centre. Ask the municipality and schools about available places early; according to CBS, Marsdijk consists overwhelmingly of single-family houses.

How does re-registration work after a move to the Netherlands?

If you stay longer than four months, after your move to Assen you register in the BRP of the Gemeente Assen within five days of arrival and receive your BSN at the same time. You need it for a bank account, health insurance and an employment contract. Ideally clarify the appointment and documents before you arrive.

Which employers are there in and around Assen?

As the seat of the province of Drenthe, Assen offers many jobs in administration and the judiciary, plus healthcare, retail and events around the TT Circuit Assen . Many residents also commute to Groningen, where the university and numerous companies offer further job opportunities; the railway and the A28 make commuting predictable.

How good are Assen's transport links?

Assen lies on the Zwolle–Groningen railway line; buses run to Groningen, Emmen, Drachten and Meppel, among other places. By car, the A28 takes you towards Groningen and Zwolle. Within the city, many destinations are quickly reached by bike, which makes Dutch-style cycling the preferred way of getting around.

How much does a move to Assen with a professional removal company cost?

The cost of a move to Assen depends on the size of the flat, distance and extra services; from Berlin it is around 584 km. We give you the fixed price after a survey, covering all agreed services. Call us on 01625978461 to receive a free calculation for your move.

Is Assen a good choice for students?

Assen has no university of its own, but it lies on the railway line to Groningen with the Rijksuniversiteit Groningen . If you study in Groningen and are looking for a quieter place to live, you can commute from Assen. Locally there are vocational and technical schools for training.

What leisure opportunities does Assen offer?

Assen sits on a ridge of drift sand in the north of Drenthe, with woodland, heath and cycle paths; the Drentsche Aa area is nearby. Culturally, the Drents Museum in the former provincial building is a draw, and in sport the Dutch TT at the TT Circuit. In the centre there are cafés, shops and markets.

How does a move from Germany to Assen work?

For a long-distance move to Assen , we take care of the organisation on request, from packing and transport to delivery. There is no customs clearance within the EU; we clarify access and parking space with you in advance. More information on cross-border moves can be found under long-distance moves .

What insurance applies when moving with your company?

For your belongings we are liable under the German Commercial Code, limited to €620 per cubic metre of load space (§ 451e HGB). You can take out additional insurance for antiques or sensitive electronics. That way you plan your move to Assen with clear cover.

Where do I find further locations of your moving company?

We set off from Berlin-Moabit (Stromstraße 21) and drive throughout Germany and to the Netherlands – also back from Assen to Berlin. Destinations with their own pages are listed under locations . We give you the fixed price after a survey, including for the return journey.

How many inhabitants does Assen have and how is the city divided?

In its Kerncijfers wijken en buurten 2024, CBS gives Assen 69,701 inhabitants and 33,215 homes. The municipality consists of ten wijken, including Centrum, Kloosterveen, Marsdijk, Assen-Oost and Assen-West.

In which wijken of Assen are there mainly flats rather than single-family houses?

According to CBS, 72 per cent of homes in the Centrum are flats, and 49 per cent in Lariks. In Peelo, Marsdijk, Kloosterveen, Pittelo and Assen-West, by contrast, the share of single-family houses is between 89 and 94 per cent.

How high is the WOZ value of homes in Assen?

CBS gives the municipality an average WOZ value of €284,000, based on the valuation date of 1 January 2023. The WOZ value is a tax value, not a purchase price. In Kloosterveen it is €391,000, in Lariks €213,000.

What do I need a BSN for in Assen?

According to the RvIG, the citizen service number is your personal number for dealings with the authorities. Employers use it for the tax administration and pension fund, and in healthcare it is required, for example, at the GP or in hospital. You receive it when you first register in the BRP.

Do I have to register in Assen if I am only staying for a few months?

For a stay of less than four months, according to the Rijksoverheid you can register as a non-resident, even with an address outside the Netherlands, and also receive a BSN. If you stay longer than four months, you must register as a resident within five days of arrival.

NEW IN ASSEN

Assen for Newcomers: Registration Wijken, Daily Life

Arriving in Assen: registration, neighbourhoods and daily life in the capital of the province of Drenthe – explained concisely.

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Assen: A Quiet Provincial Capital in the North of the Netherlands

The first few weeks

Unsere Firma brings your household goods from Berlin to Assen – around 584 km via Hanover, Bremen, Leer and Nieuweschans – and sets them up.

For many families and commuters, a move to Assen means switching to a green, manageable provincial capital: Assen is the seat of the province of Drenthe and has around 71,000 inhabitants (early 2026). The city lies on the Zwolle–Groningen railway line and on the A28. We set off from Berlin-Moabit and plan every home removal individually, from packing your household goods to delivery in the Centrum, in Marsdijk or in Kloosterveen. That leaves time for registration, health insurance and getting to know Drenthe.

We give you the fixed price for your move to Assen after a survey; for your belongings we accept liability under the German Commercial Code (HGB), and additional insurance is available. Whether it is an older building in the Centrum or a terraced house in Marsdijk and Kloosterveen – we clarify carrying distances and access in advance. Beyond our home removal services, we coordinate furniture assembly, kitchen dismantling and interim storage on request. For customers from all over Germany we organise long-distance moves to the Netherlands; there are no customs formalities within the EU.

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Request a no-obligation quote for your move to Assen; we give you the fixed price after a survey. Whether it is a small flat in the Centrum or a family home in Marsdijk, we calculate transparently by volume and distance. Call us on 01625978461 and arrange a free survey.

Quotes available individually based on workload, scheduling and the desired scope of services.

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Your Move from Berlin to Assen

Fair, punctual and safe

We set off from Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and drive around 584 km to Assen via the northern route – Hanover, Bremen, Leer and the border crossing near Nieuweschans; by lorry that is about eight and a half hours including a break. For terraced houses in neighbourhoods such as Peelo, Pittelo or Marsdijk, we plan vehicle size and access in advance. We give you the fixed price after a survey; for your belongings we accept liability under the German Commercial Code (HGB). Destinations with their own pages are listed under locations, and you have a fixed contact person for every step of the move.

Packing Service

We pack crockery, books and electronics and label every box – so in Assen everything ends up in the right room, with our packing service.

Office Move

If you change jobs to Assen and bring a small office with you, we plan files, technology and furniture with you in one appointment – with our office move.

Senior Move

When parents move to their children in Assen, we help with sorting, packing and furnishing the new flat – calmly planned with our senior move.

Furniture Transport

We bring individual pieces such as a wardrobe, piano or sofa to Assen padded and reassemble them there – with our furniture transport.

ASSEN CHECKLIST

Six steps after moving in

These points belong on your list after a move to Assen. The information comes from the Rijksoverheid, RvIG and CBS; the Gemeente Assen sets the appointment and the documents required – ideally clarify both before you arrive, so that the five-day deadline stays relaxed.

BRP within five days

If you stay longer than four months, register in the BRP within five days of arrival; your partner and children come with you to the Gemeente.

Wait for your BSN

With registration you receive your citizen service number – your bank, employer and health insurer will ask for it. Arrange the appointment with the municipality early.

Basic insurance

Anyone living or working in the Netherlands must take out basic health insurance; plan this straight after registration.

Choose the right wijk

Flats predominate in the Centrum, terraced and detached houses in Marsdijk and Kloosterveen – according to CBS, the mix varies greatly from wijk to wijk.

Train, bus and bicycle

Station on the Zwolle–Groningen line, buses to Emmen and Drachten; in everyday life the bicycle is faster.

Discover Drenthe

The Drents Museum in the old provincial building, the Dutch TT at the TT Circuit and cycle paths into the countryside – that is how you get to know your new home.

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Part loads – the clever solution

Save on smaller loads

With a shared load to Assen, you share load space and travel costs with other jobs heading for the Netherlands. It suits students who study in Groningen and live in Assen, temporary flats or individual pieces of furniture. We agree collection in Berlin and delivery in Assen in time windows; customs papers are not needed within the EU.

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When moving to Assen, many newcomers have similar questions: how do I register with the Gemeente Assen, what deadline applies for the BRP, and how does the Dutch rental market work? Registration must take place within five days of arrival, and the BSN comes automatically with it. Health insurance, an internet connection and school registration are also part of a good start. We handle the transport, so that your relocation to Assen is well organised from the outset.

Choosing a wijk

Centrum, Pittelo or Kloosterveen: the address determines access and carrying distances. For a home removal, senior move or student move to Assen, we plan vehicle and team accordingly.

Organising moving day

With our packing service, furniture transport and, if needed, a small transport, the day stays manageable – we clarify access and parking space in terraced-house areas in advance.

Businesses and special cases

For an office move, company relocation, public authority move, shared load or furniture taxi to Assen, we agree time windows, parking and delivery with you in advance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Assen

Rents, wijken, registration, work, rail and leisure.

Assen offers plenty of nature, a manageable size and a direct rail link to the university city of Groningen. If you are looking for peace and quiet but value the infrastructure of a provincial capital, you will find a good balance here. Families often live in Pittelo, Marsdijk or Kloosterveen, with many terraced houses and green spaces – an attractive place to live in the north.

Assen's Neighbourhoods at a Glance

Assen has ten wijken (districts). The Centrum is the oldest part, with shops and buildings from many eras; Assen-Oost, along the old stone causeway, is considered a preferred residential area. Noorderpark, from the 1960s and 1970s, is characterised by rented flats and apartments, while Pittelo, with lots of green space, is considered child-friendly.

Marsdijk was built from 1986 and is now the most populous district, with many terraced houses. Kloosterveen, west of the city centre, is the youngest district; around 5,500 homes have been built there since the mid-1990s. Then there are Lariks, Assen-West, Peelo and the Buitengebied (rural area) – there is a suitable location for every lifestyle.

Housing market, employers and quality of life

We do not quote specific rents, because we have no reliable current source; figures on the housing mix and tax values per wijk can be found further down in the CBS section. As the seat of the province of Drenthe, Assen has many jobs in administration and the judiciary, plus healthcare and retail. The city is known for the Dutch TT at the TT Circuit Assen.

For students and commuters, the university city of Groningen lies on the same railway line, which makes Assen a quieter alternative. The city sits on a ridge of drift sand in the north of Drenthe, surrounded by woodland, heath and cycle paths; for culture there is the Drents Museum in the former provincial building. Many newcomers choose this mix deliberately.

Price overview: moving made easy

Your move starts at €369 for a 1-room flat and rises with size: €615 for 2 rooms, €905 for 3 rooms, €1,299 for 4 rooms. For larger properties such as a house or villa we prepare an individual quote. For long distances we charge €4.25/km on long-distance moves. Book your free survey now.

What does my move really cost?

Several factors count for a realistic cost estimate: the volume of your household goods, the distance to be covered (from €4.25/km), the floor and whether there is a lift. Sometimes a parking restriction zone is also needed to keep the transport running smoothly. Furniture assembly and a shared load also affect the final price.

Our portfolio of moving services

These services can be combined with your move to Assen.

Home removal: personal service for your change of home. Home removal
House clearance: we dispose of whatever you want to get rid of. House clearance
Company relocation: moves for offices and businesses of all sizes. Company relocation
Furniture transport: reliable for individual pieces of furniture. Furniture transport
Move with assembly: we take care of the complete furniture assembly. Move with assembly
Shared load: the affordable transport option. Shared load

From Berlin to Assen – and Back

We set off from Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and drive to the Netherlands – to Assen it is around 584 km via the northern route. The route and process are described in the guide to moving to Assen. More in the locations overview and under long-distance moves.

Registering in Assen: BRP Registration and Citizen Service Number

If you move from Germany to Assen and stay in the Netherlands for longer than four months, you must register as a resident in the Basisregistratie Personen (BRP), according to the Rijksoverheid. The deadline is five days after arrival. Partners and children coming with you must accompany you to the municipal office. According to the RvIG (Rijksdienst voor Identiteitsgegevens), registration is handled by the municipality where you live, i.e. the municipality of Assen. The municipality sets the appointment and the list of documents; ideally clarify both before you arrive.

After registration you receive your citizen service number (BSN). According to the RvIG, everyone who registers in the BRP for the first time receives a BSN. It is your personal number for dealings with the authorities. Employers need it for the tax administration and the pension fund, and it is asked for in healthcare, for example at the GP or in hospital.

There are exceptions. If you stay less than four months, you can register as a non-resident (Registratie Niet-Ingezetenen) and then also receive a BSN. If you are still waiting for a residence permit, according to the Rijksoverheid you do not have to register within five days. How to organise your move to Assen is explained in the moving guide for Assen.

Assen by Wijk: Housing Types, Households and Tax Values

In its Kerncijfers wijken en buurten 2024 (key figures for districts and neighbourhoods), the statistics office CBS lists Assen with 69,701 inhabitants and 33,215 homes; 70 per cent of these are single-family houses and 30 per cent flats in multi-occupancy buildings. The municipality is divided into ten wijken: Centrum, Lariks, Noorderpark, Assen-Oost, Pittelo, Assen-West, Peelo, Marsdijk, Kloosterveen and Buitengebied.

The picture varies greatly. In the Centrum (7,165 inhabitants), 72 per cent of homes are flats, and the average household size is 1.6 people. Marsdijk (11,930 inhabitants) consists of 92 per cent single-family houses, Kloosterveen (11,470 inhabitants) of 89 per cent, with a household size there of 2.7 people. Assen-Oost has 9,300 inhabitants with 59 per cent single-family houses. In Lariks (5,385 inhabitants) the share of flats is 49 per cent; in Pittelo (3,625 inhabitants) and Peelo (6,415 inhabitants) it is around 10 per cent. Assen-West (4,915 inhabitants), at 94 per cent, has the highest share of single-family houses among the urban wijken.

According to CBS, the average WOZ value – the tax value of homes, not a market price – in the municipality is €284,000 (valuation date 1 January 2023). It ranges from €213,000 in Lariks through €272,000 in the Centrum to €391,000 in Kloosterveen.

Find out more about the city in the long-distance moving guide for Assen and in our article Moving to the Netherlands: Costs and Planning.

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