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Playgrounds offer (much) more than just attraction value.

September 10 2026
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Playing is above all fun—and it should stay that way. During the Speelplan play congress, the focus was on the added value that 'outdoor play' has for people and society. If you look at matters such as health benefits, skill development, or the...

Parents no less tolerant of risky play

June 24, 2025
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Children play outside less and spend more time behind a screen. At the same time, parents are increasingly protective of their children. That is precisely why it is important that they are given the opportunity to explore their boundaries. Recent research by Veiligheid Nederland shows that parents...

Efteling as host for the start of the anniversary year of the Disabled Child Foundation

The starting shot for the Samenspeeldagen was given in the Efteling on April 5. In honor of the 75th anniversary of the Stichting het Gehandicapte Kind, the first dozens of children with and without disabilities enjoyed a carefree and enchanting...

Playing outside not only strengthens the immune system, but also the child itself

Because children in Finland play in nature on a regular basis, the number of cases of asthma and allergies has been decreasing for years. In the Netherlands, there is still a lot of work to be done to turn indoor players into outdoor players, but parents can also...

Knowledge Day game plan: The playful city

Are you a professional in the field of playing, sports or moving in public spaces? Come and broaden and share your knowledge at Speelplan's knowledge day. We will provide an interactive program with inspiring speakers.

The underexposed added values of 'playing'

October 23, 2023
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In the recreation sector, beautiful play areas are used to please the youngest guests and to persuade their parents to visit the holiday park or day recreational destination. That 'play' also has a very serious side for the development of...

Is your play location already on the Outdoor Play Map?

With the summer holidays approaching, many parents are once again looking for fun outings for the children. One of the places where they can find inspiration is the Buitenspeelkaart. This now mainly includes many playgrounds at municipalities. But also recreational companies...

Playgrounds offer (much) more than just attraction value.

Parents no less tolerant of risky play

Efteling as host for the start of the anniversary year of the Disabled Child Foundation

Playing outside not only strengthens the immune system, but also the child itself

Knowledge Day game plan: The playful city

The underexposed added values of 'playing'

Is your play location already on the Outdoor Play Map?

Insight

Study trip to French recreation companies offered inspiration and new insights

Active seniors call for a new perspective on work and leisure.

Booking Experts: summer holiday accommodation only really picked up in July

More revenue from your holiday park starts with RevPAR

Why every form of overnight recreation deserves space

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Dutch Design Week; inspiration for entrepreneurs with an open mind

Social relevance and enjoyment keep the (expensive) swimming pool sector stable.

Ginder responds to market developments with a new organizational structure and revamped website.

SETT 2026 deploys drones and humanoid robots for camping practices

MICHELIN stars and regional gastronomy mark the opening day of BBB Maastricht

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