Vilvoorde (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Park Mondale in Vilvoorde’s 4 Fonteinen district (6,000 m²) is a new green space with a public playground, supporting climate resilience and community life. Mayor Jo De Ro leads the project.
As reported by VRT News, the 4 Fonteinen area in Vilvoorde is changing. It’s becoming a modern place with homes, shops, and public areas. This area is near the Vilvoorde waterfront. Many new apartments, houses, and stores have been built there.
The plan for the area focuses on being green and improving life for people. The first park, Park Mondale, is now open. It’s about 6,000 square meters. The park’s name comes from the Mondale factory, which used to make motorcycles there.
Is Park Mondale the green future of Vilvoorde’s 4 Fonteinen?
Park Mondale features a modern playground adjacent to the Tangram school, serving as an extension of the school’s facilities during school hours. According to the officials, this allows students outdoor space for play and learning.
The playground is also accessible to the public on weekends and outside school hours. They stated that Park Mondale is part of the initial stage of a comprehensive green network set for the 4 Fonteinen district to provide a more people-friendly and welcoming area for the residents of Vilvoorde.
Mayor Jo De Ro sees the project as crucial, especially given Vilvoorde’s young population. He said the park, complete with playground and green space, is a model for future projects to enhance the lives of families and children.
He mentioned that the project is one piece of a bigger plan to invest in recreational areas, meeting the needs of the burgeoning young population. The city council plans to continue developing similar play areas in the coming years.
According to officials, Park Mondale not only offers recreational benefits but also supports climate resilience and sustainable water management. The park features water buffers that collect rainwater, allowing it to soak into the ground and prevent flooding. Excess water flows to the Zenne River, easing pressure on city drainage. To create the park and improve safety, a section of the Harensesteenweg was closed, making the area car-free.
