August 16
Data: City of Essen In one go or in stages The Baldeneysteig is a unique circular hiking trail in southern Essen that loops around the Baldeneysee. The route is approximately 26.7 kilometers long and offers impressive views of the lake and the surrounding hilly landscape. With a total elevation gain of 600 meters, the trail is challenging and requires a good level of fitness. [...] Read More
August 15
Graphic: Carl de Canedido Experience the lake and the Ruhr Valley by land and water. The Baldeneysee in the south of Essen is a true paradise for water sports enthusiasts, hikers, inline skaters, road cyclists, mountain bikers, and cyclists in general. Located in the heart of the Ruhr region, it entices visitors with diverse routes, magnificent views, and the ideal combination of water, forests, and hills. [...] Read More
August 15
Photo: Carl de Canedido Movement, Nature, and New Perspectives The power of movement and the calming effect of nature – hiking and walking on the Baldeneysee combine both to create a true elixir of life. Those who venture outside will experience how regular exercise harmonizes body, mind, and soul. Hiking and walking [...] Read More
August 12
Data: Caesar von Meissen Circumnavigating the Baldeneysee on paved paths. The 14.7-kilometer lake loop at Baldeneysee is not only one of the most popular bike tours in Essen – fitness enthusiasts from all over the Ruhr region ride to Baldeneysee and cycle around the Ruhrsee lake. The loop boasts a smooth asphalt surface, runs close to the water, and [...] Read More
August 10
Photo: Jochen Tack Freedom, Fun and Fitness The Baldeneysee, with its rolling hills and nearly flat paths along the Ruhr River, is the perfect area for cycling. Whether by mountain bike, gravel bike, e-bike, road bike or touring bike – the routes around the Baldeneysee and the Ruhr Valley are diverse and varied. Cycling is so much more [...] Read More
August 9
Photo: Carl de Canedido Segway Tours at Baldeneysee Gliding instead of rushing is the motto when you're out and about on a Segway at Baldeneysee in Essen. Essen may be known for its industrial past, but at Baldeneysee the metropolis on the Ruhr opens a completely different chapter: nature, slowing down, and a spirit of discovery take center stage here. [...] Read More
August 7
Photo: Cesar von Meissen City of Essen postpones introduction of parking management. The introduction of parking fees at the popular Baldeneysee recreational area in Essen, originally planned for August 2025, has been delayed: As the City of Essen announced on July 30, 2025, parking management will now only begin at the start of the new season on April 15, 2026. This means that [...] Read More
26 July
Photo: Bianca Killmann Dramatic tennis final of the FISU World University Games RheinRuhr 2025 Essen, Baldeneysee, July 26, 2025. On one of the hottest days of the tournament, the center court of the ETUF tennis facility at Baldeneysee transformed into a vibrant epicenter of international university sports. The setting could hardly have been more spectacular: At the idyllic Baldeneysee, not only were the temperatures scorching [...] Read More
23 July
Photo: Carl de Canedido. Eel, pike, zander, carp, and more. Fishing on a reservoir like the Baldeneysee in Essen can be a fascinating and challenging experience. Artificial bodies of water like reservoirs offer a diverse fish population and often breathtaking natural scenery, making fishing a special experience. Since the Baldeneysee is located in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) [...] Read More
22 July
Graphic | Photo: Carl de Canedido Get active on and around the water. The Baldeneysee reservoir in Essen, with its rolling hills, wooded banks, and historic buildings, is a magical place that captivates sports enthusiasts, those seeking tranquility, and people with other activity preferences. As the largest reservoir on the Ruhr River, it offers a vast body of water for countless activities [...] Read More