Centrumprogramma Papendrecht

The Cetrumprogramma Papendrecht 2040 sets a clear direction for the integrated and sustainable development of the village's heart. Strategically located in the Drechtsteden region and directly connected to the Merwede, Papendrecht Centrum offers broad opportunities.

Through a three-phase process- from analysis to scenarios to the final program -CITYFÖRSTER and BLOC developed a participatory vision with citizens, stakeholders, and the municipality. The 2040 programma positions the centrum as a vital, green heart that unites the historic Dijkdorp character with new connections to the Merwede and the economic strength of the region.

Key interventions include transforming the waterfront into the blue-green face of Papendrecht, developing Winkelpark De Meent into a mixed-use hub, and redesigning the oversized 1980s Market Square into a green, human-scale meeting point. Together with the municipality, long-term goals, a timeline, and project ideas provide a step-by-step path toward realizing the vision.

The following link leads to the comprehensive booklet:

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