A renewed foundation for urban sports in Heerlen
Skatepark The Promise in Heerlen has reopened and is ready for its next chapter. Over the course of three weeks, the indoor skatepark was fully renovated, with respect for the character of the place and a clear focus on the future of the community that uses it every day. For years, The Promise has been a cornerstone of the Euregio skate scene. Skaters, BMX riders and scooter riders from the Netherlands, Germany and Belgium come here to train, session and connect. With this renovation, the park has been technically refreshed and functionally strengthened, while maintaining the familiar vibe that makes The Promise what it is.
Renewal with respect for character
During the renovation, all damage was repaired and the entire riding surface was replaced with a new birch plywood top layer. This brings back a fast, smooth and consistent ride throughout the park. Existing elements were repainted and adjusted where needed, ensuring the layout works again as a coherent whole: both visually and functionally.
In close collaboration with local users, new obstacles were added: two rails and three ledges. These additions introduce more variation and progression, suitable for both beginners and advanced riders. Not a radical redesign, but focused interventions that future-proof the park for years to come.
More than a skatepark
Skatepark The Promise is more than a place to practice tricks. It functions as a fully-fledged indoor urban sports facility where movement, social interaction and culture come together. Young people find a safe and inspiring environment to develop both physically and creatively, while the open layout and active programming foster a strong sense of community.
This combination makes The Promise an important link within the urban network of sports and meeting spaces, not only in Heerlen and the Netherlands, but across Germany and Belgium as well.
New riding surface
A full birch plywood top layer brings back speed, consistency and confidence across the entire park.
Refined, not replaced
Existing elements were repaired, repainted and fine-tuned to preserve the original character of The Promise.
Designed with the community
Two new rails and three new ledges were added in close collaboration with local riders.
Built for daily use
A future-proof indoor park, ready for high-frequency sessions by skaters, BMX riders and scooter riders.
“The Promise has been renewed and is ready for the future. It is not only a place to practice sports, but also a meeting place for young people. This park is an investment in movement, talent and community.”
