Parks in Zwolle

The cutest parks in Zwolle

Zwolle was named the "greenest city in Europe" in 2017. This is partly due to the many green parks in Zwolle. Because of this, it is a good place to be. Each district of Zwolle, including the historic center, has one or more parks. A city walk through this Hanseatic city is therefore ideal to combine with a relaxing moment in one of the parks in Zwolle.

Ter Pelkwijk Park

One of the parks in Zwolle is the Ter Pelkwijkpark. This park is located in the center of Zwolle and is named after the Overijssel politician Johannes ter Pelkwijk. This park, which is surrounded by oaks, contains the war monument of Zwolle, as well as various commemorative trees. The Ter Pelkwijk park is very suitable as a stopover during your stay in Zwolle. Choose a nice spot in the shade or just in the sun.

Highlights of this park:

• Quiet park in Zwolle
• In the spring crocuses adorn the park!

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The Black Water Park

The Zwarte Waterpark is located in both the Holtenbroek district and the new Stadshagen district. With its location along the Zwarte Water, you can enjoy walking or picnicking here when the sun is shining!

Plus points of this park:

• The self-operated ferry, where you can cross the water with
• You will also find here: a dog walking area, plank path, football field and community farm!

The Dobbe

The Dobbe is a large pond in the AA-countries district. This pond is part of the park of the same name in Zwolle. In winter it is the spot for skating. In sunny weather you can also perfectly walk or sail. Are you a day out with children? Then visit the petting zoo or playground in De Dobbe. The nearby Park AA-landen offers a piece of nature in the middle of the city. Go sunbathing on the lawn, let the kids have fun at the skate park or let your dog out at the dog walking area. Nature is never far away with these versatile parks in Zwolle!

Plus points of this park:

• For kids: the playground and petting zoo
• Dog walking area
• The pond!

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Park de Wezenlanden Zwolle

Perhaps the most famous piece of nature in the city is Park de Wezenlanden Zwolle. This is also the largest park in Zwolle. It is the ideal place to take a break or to go sporting or visit an event. Every year there are many summer events held. Also the Liberation Festival Overijssel is organized here every year! Furthermore, in Park de Wezenlanden Zwolle you will find a petting zoo with playground, basketball court, panna cage, skate park and many walking routes.

Need a refreshing drink or a bite to eat? Then visit Parkpaviljoen De Wezenlanden. Enjoy here on a summer day with your feet in the sand. Order a cocktail and make the feeling complete! On the menu you will find many meals with a Spanish twist, such as chorizo, jamon Iberico and Spanish wines. This way a visit to a park in Zwolle becomes a real party!

Plus points of this park:

• Close to the center of Zwolle.
• Large area
• Facilities, such as a petting zoo and hiking trails

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Park het Engelse Werk Zwolle

Southwest of the city you will find Park het Engelse Werk Zwolle. This walking park, constructed around 1828, is located in the hamlet of Spoolde. Because of its status as a former fortification, it is now a national monument. Park the English Work Zwolle alternates with forests, a water catchment area and a floodplain of the IJssel. For bird spotters, a viewing hut has been built on this floodplain. After an intensive walk or bike ride through the park, you can relax at Uitspanning het Engelse Werk. Here you can enjoy a nice lunch or a drink, overlooking the river IJssel.

It is also a perfect park for children because of the many lawns. Moreover, Dinoland Zwolle is just around the corner! From the center of Zwolle you can walk or bike right into Park het Engelse Werk. The parks in Zwolle are also easily accessible by public transport.

Plus points of this park:

• Easily accessible
• Watch cabin for bird watching

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Natural areas and parks in Overijssel

Besides the parks of Zwolle, you can find numerous other impressive natural areas in Zwolle. Book a room in a Bed & Breakfast or hotel in Zwolle or choose a spacious pitch on a campsite. So you stay near a bustling city and a green environment: nature is just around the corner!

Zwolle's best known rivers are the IJssel and Vecht. You can discover the IJssel via a meandering dike, both on foot and by bike. This dike is also part of the popular cycling and hiking route 'Rondje Zwolle'. The Vecht is also very suitable as an excursion. Rent a boat and sail in the direction of Dalfsen. Along the way you will come across the Westerveldse bos, Terra Nautic and Buitenplaats de Luwte, among others.

The surprising nature reserve De Agnietenberg is also worthwhile. This forest is located on the river Vecht and offers numerous forest trails. Near De Agnietenberg you will find the eponymous [Molecaten Holiday] park (location://23192 "De Agnietenberg"). For lunch or dinner you can visit Restaurant De Agnietenberg. Swimming in Zwolle? You can do that at the large swimming pool in this nature reserve. For a real landscape park go for a walk in Zandhove-Bikkenrade. This nature reserve is located on the southern edge of Zwolle and features a real estate with meadows and a park in English landscape style.