Worpplantsoen, Deventer

Worpplantsoen is a green park along the IJssel river in Deventer with walking paths, mature trees, and spaces for outdoor activities. The park is located on both sides of the waterway and provides multiple entry points for visitors to explore.

The land was first recorded as fishing waters in 1357 and became a structured park in 1816 under King Willem I. This transformation from waterways into a public green space reshaped how people used the riverfront.

The music pavilion brings the community together on summer Sunday afternoons with live performances that draw both regular visitors and new faces. This tradition has become woven into how locals spend their leisure time.

A ferry crossing connects the park from central Deventer, with multiple entry points available once you arrive. The pathways are easy to navigate and visitors can choose different routes based on their interests.

During winter, the IJssel river occasionally floods the park grounds, temporarily creating a water landscape where paths become waterways. This natural occurrence ties back to the land's origins as a fishing area centuries ago.

Location: Deventer

GPS coordinates: 52.25000,6.14861

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:03