22 May
Graphic: Cesar von Meissen Stumbling Stones around the Baldeneysee: Memorials of the Past At the picturesque Baldeneysee in Essen, not only nature and recreational opportunities invite visitors to linger, but also the small, inconspicuous brass plaques in the sidewalks – the so-called "stumbling stones." They are memorials of remembrance that make local suffering visible and bring it into the present. Baldeneysee.Ruhr [...] Read More
22 May
Photo: Cesar von Meissen Stolpersteine (stumbling stones) Bungertstraße 22 in Essen-Werden. Bertha Herz and Jacob Herz lived in Essen-Werden before Jacob's deportation. They, too, led lives severely impacted by the increasing discrimination and persecution of the Jewish population in Germany. Two Stolpersteine at Bungertstraße 22 in 45239 Essen-Werden and Baldeneysee commemorate their fate. [...] Read More
22 May
Photo: Cesar von Meissenv Stolpersteine Wigstraße 15 in Essen-Werden Albert and Helene Levi, who lived in Essen-Werden and ran several shoe stores, fled Nazi persecution to the Netherlands. There they were interned and finally deported to Auschwitz in 1943, where they perished. Albert Levi and Helene Levi, born in Werden, are commemorated with a Stolperstein [...] Read More
22 May
Photo: Cesar von Meissen Stolpersteine (stumbling stones) Bungertstraße 32 in Essen-Werden. Ruth Baum and Sophie Baum lived in Essen-Werden before their deportation and led lives severely impacted by the increasing discrimination and persecution of the Jewish population in Germany. After her husband's death, Sophie Baum continued to run the family business, a fish shop, alone and was [...] Read More
18 May
Photo: Jochen Tack A tribute to water sports on the Baldeneysee. Rowing is a strength-endurance sport and was practiced in the Ruhr Valley even before the construction of the Baldeneysee. Essen's rowing clubs look back on a tradition of over a hundred years and enable sports enthusiasts to practice this sport on the Baldeneysee. During the winter months and in high water, rowing ergometers are available in the [...] Read More
16 May
Graphic: Cesar von Meissen Livestream with junior rowers from Baldeneysee and Ruhr. The junior rowers from Baldeneysee and the Ruhr Valley club in Essen will compete this weekend (May 17th and 18th, 2025) at the International Junior Regatta on the regatta course in Cologne-Fühlingen. The races are an important preparation for the German Junior and Age Group Championships U17, U19 and [...] Read More
14 May
Photo: Jochen Tack Canoe Polo: Dynamics, skill, and team spirit on the water. Canoe polo is undoubtedly one of the most agile and demanding water sports. It combines elements of kayaking, canoe sprinting, and ball sports. The sport unites speed, agility, and strategic thinking into a fascinating spectacle that captivates both players and spectators alike. Although this sport is comparatively [...] Read More
14 May
Photo from May 10, 2025: © Nils Stakemeier | Mayor Thomas Kufen A Century in the Service of Lifesaving on the Ruhr and Baldeneysee In 2025, the DLRG Essen District Association celebrates a very special anniversary: For 100 years, the members of the German Lifesaving Association in Essen have been committed to safety in and around the water. What began in 1925 with [...] Read More
May 4
Photo: Jochen Tack SUP – Letting stress go on the Baldeneysee Stand-up paddling (SUP for short) has become one of the most popular water sports in recent years. No wonder, since it can be learned and practiced by anyone. SUP combines movement, balance, and the experience of nature on the Baldeneysee in a way that is both relaxing and effective for [...] Read More
May 4
Photo: Cesar von Meissen Sailing schools and sailing clubs on the Baldeneysee. Sailing on inland waterways is a special discipline within sailing. While the open sea is often associated with long voyages and rough conditions, sailing on lakes like the Baldeneysee offers a unique challenge and fascination. Protected from endless waves, yet still [...] Read More