New beach club at Grote Rietplas to boost local hospitality and recreation
Residents and visitors of Emmen can soon enjoy a modern beach club at Grote Rietplas, offering year-round hospitality with scenic views. The project aims to enhance local recreation, attract families, and support business activities in the area.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Grote Rietplas, Emmen (peninsula near boat ramp) |
| Developer | Parc Sandur |
| Features | Multiple terraces, year-round access, scenic views |
| Target Audience | Walkers, local residents, families, business meetings, relaxation seekers |
| Selection Process | Tender with 5 interested parties; 2 fully developed plans |
| Jury Criteria | Design, sustainability, added value for the area |
| Resident Involvement | Neighborhood associations Parc Sandur and Rietlanden contributed |
The municipality of Emmen is responsible for local development and urban planning, ensuring that projects like this align with community needs and enhance the quality of life for residents. By selecting a private entrepreneur, the municipality fosters public-private partnerships to stimulate economic growth and recreational opportunities.
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Parc Sandur plans to develop a beach club at Grote Rietplas
The municipality of Emmen has selected Parc Sandur to build and manage a new hospitality venue at the Grote Rietplas. Parc Sandur submitted the best proposal during the tender process. In the coming period, the municipality and Parc Sandur will further develop the plan.
A new waterfront location
Parc Sandur aims to create a modern and accessible beach club on the peninsula near the boat ramp. The beach club will feature multiple terraces with views over the Rietplas. Visitors will be welcome year-round. The location is intended for walkers, local residents, and other visitors.
Boost for the area
The municipality expects the beach club to make the Rietplas more attractive to residents and visitors alike. The venue should cater to families, business meetings, and those seeking relaxation. The combination of nature, tranquility, and hospitality is central to the concept.
Careful selection with resident input
Last year, the municipality actively sought an entrepreneur for this location. Five parties expressed interest. Ultimately, two parties fully developed their plans. A jury evaluated the proposals based on design, sustainability, and added value for the surrounding area. Parc Sandur’s plan emerged as the best. The neighborhood associations Parc Sandur and Rietlanden contributed to the plans and were also part of the jury.