A PumpTrack offers municipalities a unique play facility that all age groups serves everyone from toddlers on balance bikes to adults on mountain bikes. You get more value for your investment because a single facility reaches a much broader target group than traditional playgrounds or skate parks. PumpTracks meet all Dutch safety requirements, have low maintenance costs, and encourage physical activity at a time when inactivity among young people is increasing.
Why are more and more municipalities choosing a PumpTrack?
Pump Tracks are becoming more popular because they a multifunctional solution offer a solution to the growing problem of inactivity among residents. Unlike traditional play facilities, which often serve only one age group, a PumpTrack attracts users of all ages.
The main difference between a PumpTrack and skateparks and playgrounds lies in its accessibility. While a skatepark primarily attracts experienced skaters and a playground focuses on young children, both beginners and advanced skaters can enjoy a PumpTrack. You don't need any special skills to have fun there.
In addition, a PumpTrack fits perfectly with the trend of urban sports, which will continue to grow in 2026. Municipalities are looking for modern facilities that align with what young people want, without excluding traditional recreation. A PumpTrack combines sport, play, and social interaction in one place.
Which target groups do you reach with a PumpTrack?
A PumpTrack operates a broad target group From 2 to 80 years old. Toddlers can safely learn to ride their balance bike, while teenagers can develop their BMX skills, and adults can enjoy mountain biking or simply relaxing on their bikes.
The different user groups are:
- Toddlers and preschoolers (2-6 years): balance bikes and first cycling lessons
- Children (6-12 years): regular bicycles, scooters and skateboards
- Teenagers (12-18 years): BMX, mountain bike and inline skates
- Adults (18+ years): mountain bike, racing bike and recreational cycling
- People with disabilities: accessible routes suitable for both manual wheelchairs and other assistive devices
The great thing is that families can exercise together. Parents cycle alongside their children, and everyone finds their own challenge. Wearing a helmet is mandatory on Velosolutions PumpTracks. Professional asphalt PumpTracks are specially designed to enable this diversity.
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How does a PumpTrack compare to other play facilities in terms of cost?
A PumpTrack has lower costs per user than traditional play facilities, because you reach a much broader target group. While a playground primarily serves children up to 12 years old, a PumpTrack is suitable for all ages.
| Provision | Purchase costs | Longevity | Target audience | Maintenance costs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PumpTrack | € 80.000-150.000 | At least 20 years old | 2-80 | Low |
| Playground | € 60.000-120.000 | 6-10 | 2-12 | Intermediate |
| Skatepark | € 100.000-200.000 | 10-15 | 8-25 | Intermediate |
The total cost of ownership is favorable because asphalt PumpTracks require little maintenance. There are no moving parts that can break, no sandbox that needs refilling, and no wood that rots. Annual maintenance is limited to cleaning and minor repairs. Velosolutions offers annual inspection and maintenance, also via a maintenance contract, ensuring the PumpTrack is always in optimal and safe condition.
Moreover, you use the available space more efficiently. In the same footprint as a traditional playground, you create a facility that serves ten times as many people. View our completed projects to see how other municipalities have tackled this.
What are the legal requirements for PumpTracks in the Netherlands?
PumpTracks must comply with the WAS legislation (Amusement and Playground Equipment Act). Depending on the design and use, the NEN-EN 14974 standard may apply. These requirements ensure that the facility is safe for all users and that you, as a municipality, are legally covered.
The main requirements are:
- Construction safety: all components must be able to withstand intensive use
- Material inspection: Asphalt and other materials must meet quality standards
- Accessibility: routes for people with disabilities according to accessibility requirements
- Annual inspection: mandatory safety check by a certified inspector
- Documentation: complete technical files and a maintenance logbook
As a municipality, you are obligated to comply with these requirements. Therefore, it's important to work with a supplier experienced in Dutch law and able to provide all necessary certifications. Without the correct documentation, you risk liability issues.
How Velosolutions helps municipalities with PumpTrack implementation
We offer it complete traject From the initial idea to years of maintenance, you'll have a single point of contact for the entire project, so you don't have to juggle various suppliers and certifications.
Our services include:
- Free consultation: We will look together at what is possible at your location.
- Custom design: Every PumpTrack is developed specifically for your situation.
- Complete realization: from groundwork to final delivery
- WAS certification: all necessary documents and inspections
- Annual inspection and maintenance: available as a standalone service or via a maintenance contract, so that the PumpTrack always remains in top condition
- 5 years warranty: certainty about quality and sustainability
With more than 100 PumpTracks in the Netherlands, we have proven that we know what we are doing. We understand the challenges municipalities face: limited budgets, scarce space, and the pressure to serve as many residents as possible.
Read more about us and discover why so many municipalities choose us. Request a no-obligation consultation and we will look together at what is possible for your municipality.
