Park de Wezenlanden, Urban park in Assendorp district, Zwolle, Netherlands.
Park de Wezenlanden is a large recreational space in the Assendorp district offering multiple activity zones for different interests. It features a petting zoo, playgrounds, a skate park, basketball courts, panna football pitches, and networks of walking paths throughout.
The land was granted to orphan supervisors of Zwolle in 1591 and remained marshy and undeveloped for centuries. Development into a park began in the 1930s following completion of the Zuiderzee dike project.
The park serves as the venue for the Bevrijdingsfestival Overijssel on May 5th, drawing large crowds to celebrate liberation together. This annual gathering has become an important part of the local community calendar.
The space allows only eight major events annually to preserve grass health, requiring recovery periods between gatherings. Visitors should be aware that certain areas may need time to recover after large events.
Local schools use the grounds for summer physical education classes, with elevated fields featuring specially reinforced grass and drainage systems designed for multiple sports. This sophisticated ground structure allows the park to withstand heavy use and maintain functionality despite hosting major events.
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