Inside 'abandoned' Center Parcs lodges 'partially built' and left to rot

An eerie TikTok video has surfaced showing seemingly abandoned Center Parcs lodges in the Netherlands, still furnished but overrun by nature's decay. The uploader, VSnelson_author, implies that the footage was taken at Center Parcs De Kempervennen near Eindhoven, highlighting the park’s neglected and dilapidated state.

Amidst dirt and disarray, furniture remains while moss and mould climb walls and windows. When pressed for details, the TikTok creator disclosed: "It's a part of the park that's not used. The houses aren't even on the map." The spooky video has spurred curiosity among viewers, with one asking: "Where's this? Didn't know there was a partially built Center Parcs".

Further intrigue came from another user probing: "Where on site was this? Was there a few months ago would love to take a look."

A concerned commenter added: "Hope your lodge didn't look like this."

Despite the derelict section, Center Parcs De Kempervennen continues to welcome guests, offering stays in July starting at roughly £90, boasting a respectable 3.7-star rating on TripAdvisor, reports Wales Online.

Center Parcs has been approached for comment on the video.

This glimpse of decay starkly contrasts with the vision of a new UK Center Parcs, as the company contemplates a new resort in the Scottish Borders near Hawick, extending its footprint since launching in Britain back in 1987.

Center Parcs is eager to build around 700 lodges and tourist facilities, including its iconic Subtropical Swimming Paradise and Aqua Sana Spa, conveniently located just off the A7.

This area, south of Selkirk, boasts a rich array of wildlife such as ospreys, golden eagles, red squirrels, and deer, and is within easy reach of numerous historic houses, castles, and abbeys.

The massive project, with an estimated cost between £350 million and £400 million, is anticipated to create approximately 1,200 jobs and become the seventh UK Center Parcs site.

This week, the travel behemoth held a two-day community consultation (from May 20-21) in Hawick to discuss the details with local residents.

As per the BBC report, there have been concerns raised about the potential loss of arable farmland. Some locals are also worried that tourists will visit the Center Parcs complex and then leave the area, offering little support to local businesses.

However, the company, which is accepting feedback on the proposed site until Friday, June 6, maintains that most of its weekend guests also 'explore' the local area.

It has also released a fly-through video and 3D model to provide locals with a vivid impression of what the holiday village would look like.

The digital renderings reveal the stunning design of the upcoming site, complete with hallmark Center Parcs attractions such as the iconic Subtropical Swimming Paradise, an expansive lake for boating activities, alongside a variety of dining establishments and a spa set amidst lush woodland.

"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," commented Colin McKinlay, the CEO of the company.

Moreover, the Center Parcs chief underscored the firm's commitment to integrating feedback from the community into their development strategy.

"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," Colin further explained.

The project is expected to open its doors by 2029, marking the debut of Center Parcs in Scotland.