April 8
Photo: Cesar von Meissen Fish Lift System - Elevator for Fish on the Baldeneysee. Since 2020, the Baldeneysee has operated Germany's first fish passage facility, also known as a fish lift system or fish elevator, at the weir. The fish lift system was installed to allow fish to overcome the barrier of the weir and reach their spawning grounds. The fish lift also includes a sonar system and a camera system. [...] Read More
December 6
Photo: Lila la Loop | Stock photo of a tree that thrives in the water around the Baldeneysee. At first glance, the downy birch appears unassuming: a slender trunk, light bark, delicate branches. But behind this filigree appearance lies a tree species that masters extreme habitats. As the Tree of the Year 2023, it is coming into focus because it [...] Read More
January 1st
Graphic: Cesar von Meissen Getting to Baldeneysee All options for arriving at and departing from Baldeneysee in Essen on the Ruhr River by car, public transport such as bus, train, boat, or motorcycle/bicycle to the parking lot at the regatta grandstand, the central point at Baldeneysee. Car S-Bahn S6 Bus Bicycle On foot Passenger ships Car Car For [...] Read More
August 18
Rea Garvey / Get Loud Open Air Tour 2017 Arrival and Departure on August 27, 2017 The Rea Garvey concert at Baldeneysee – for this major event, parking at Baldeneysee is quickly exhausted. To ensure smooth arrival and departure and that the enjoyable concert experience isn't overshadowed by the frustrating search for parking, Baldeneysee.Ruhr has compiled the most important information. The [...] Read More
22 May
Photo: Official bathing approval at the Seaside Beach Baldeney: The swimming season starts on May 23, 2017. Swimming at the Seaside Beach Baldeney – after almost 40 long years without official bathing permission, the drought is over starting tomorrow, May 23, 2017. At exactly 3 p.m., the Lord Mayor of Essen, Thomas Kufen, will give the starting signal for swimming in the natural swimming pool at the Seaside Beach Baldeney [...] Read More
August 1st
Arrival and departure on August 19, 2016, for CRO unplugged at Baldeneysee – to ensure your arrival and departure run as smoothly as possible, Baldeneysee.Ruhr has compiled the most important information for everyone. By car: Only a very limited number of parking spaces are available in the public parking lots at Seaside Beach and the regatta parking lot. Therefore, you should use the exhibition center parking garages P5 (Luxemburger Straße, 45131 [...] Read More
30 July
Photo: Cesar von Meissen Initial measures decided upon. After Baldeneysee.Ruhr reported on the algae infestation in the Baldeneysee and spoke with those affected on site, those responsible have now taken action. Initial measures for the short-term and long-term remediation of the Baldeneysee have been decided upon. On July 28, 2016, representatives of the parties involved met for an initial working meeting for the Baldeneysee action plan. Baldeneysee.Ruhr explains, [...] Read More
15 June
Photo: Frank Hapke Elodea on the Baldeneysee Green carpets on the Baldeneysee – anyone looking at the Baldeneysee these days will have already noticed these patches. The excessive growth of Elodea, a type of waterweed, is considered the cause of the unexpected green on the water. The green carpets are particularly easy to see from the Hardenberg shore [...] Read More
14 July
Photo: Brust & Keule The Baldeneysee offers one of the most beautiful rowing areas in Germany. Numerous rowing clubs have established themselves along the banks of the Baldeneysee, providing excellent conditions for rowers of all ages to practice this sport. Docks, boathouses, and motorboats for training support are included. An overview of the rowing clubs on the Baldeneysee can be found at Baldeneysee.Ruhr: Copyright | Text by [...] Read More
14 July
Photo: R. Roletschek Where there's water, canoeists, also known as kayakers, are never far away. Whether you're interested in canoe touring, canoe polo, or learning the art of canoeing – at Baldeneysee and the adjacent Ruhr River, anyone interested in all aspects of canoeing will find what they're looking for. At Baldeneysee.Ruhr you'll find an overview of the canoeing opportunities at Baldeneysee and in the immediate vicinity, as well as [...] Read More