28-05-2025
Inside Center Parcs' 'abandoned lodges' left to decay with furniture still inside
Inside Center Parcs' 'abandoned lodges' left to decay with furniture still inside
An online content creator shared eerie footage of the abandoned lodges in the Netherlands - and it seems the holiday homes have been left to rot with furniture still inside
A clip of what appears to be neglected accommodations at Center Parcs De Kempervennen near Eindhoven has been posted online
A mysterious video appears to capture deserted and deteriorating Center Parcs lodges in the Netherlands, complete with furnishings still in tact. A TikTok creator, VSnelson_author, posted a clip, claiming it shows neglected accommodations at Center Parcs De Kempervennen, close to Eindhoven, showcasing severe dilapidation.
Inside the grubby lodges, remnants of furniture sit amongst encroaching moss and mould on the walls and glass. When queried by a commenter about where this was filmed, the uploader clarified: "It's a part of the park that's not used. The houses aren't even on the map."
The eerie clip has puzzled online users, prompting one user to question: "Where's this? Didn't know there was a partially built Center Parcs".
Others were intrigued too, with one reposting: "Where on site was this? Was there a few months ago would love to take a look."
Meanwhile, another added: "Hope your lodge didn't look like this."
Even though one part of the accommodation appears to be closed, Center Parcs De Kempervennen is very much still open. You can book to stay there in July from around £90 – and the establishment has a 3.7 out of five star rating on TripAdvisor.
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Center Parcs has been approached for comment on the video.
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This decay at De Kempervennen contrasts sharply with unveiled plans for a potential new Center Parcs in the UK. Since their 1987 start in Britain, the holiday firm has proposed to establish a sprawling resort nestled near Hawick in the Scottish borders.
Center Parcs is keen on constructing approximately 700 lodges and tourist amenities, including its signature Subtropical Swimming Paradise and Aqua Sana Spa, conveniently situated just off the A7. This region, south of Selkirk, is home to a variety of wildlife such as ospreys, golden eagles, red squirrels, and deer, and is in close proximity to numerous historic houses, castles, and abbeys.
The colossal project, estimated to cost between £350 million and £400 million, is expected to generate around 1,200 jobs and become the seventh UK Center Parcs site. This week, the travel giant conducted a two-day community consultation (from May 20-21) in Hawick to discuss the specifics with local residents.
As reported by the BBC, concerns have been voiced over the potential loss of arable farmland. Some locals are also apprehensive that tourists will visit the Center Parcs complex and then depart the area, providing little support to local businesses.
Inside the grubby lodges, remnants of furniture sit amongst moss and mould growing on the walls
However, the company, which is accepting feedback on the proposed site until Friday, June 6, asserts that most of its weekend guests also 'explore' the local area. It has also unveiled a fly-through video and 3D model to give locals a clear picture of what the holiday village would look like.
The digital renderings showcase the impressive layout of the new site, which includes the signature Center Parcs features like their Subtropical Swimming Paradise hub, a vast lake for boat rentals as well as dining options and a spa nestled within verdant woodlands.
"The flythrough video and 3D model really help bring the plans to life and add to the real sense of anticipation that has been evident at recent consultation events," remarked Colin McKinlay, the chief executive of the company.
Furthermore, the head of Center Parcs highlighted the company's dedication to incorporating community input into their plans.
"It's one thing to describe what we're hoping to build, but seeing it laid out visually captures the ambition of what we're planning," spokesperson Colin elaborated.
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Slated for launch by 2029, this will be Scotland's inaugural Center Parcs.
