27 March
Photo: Cesar von Meissen Acute danger from rockfalls – City decides on safety measures Essen, Werden, March 25, 2026. The footpath in the Kellerberg woods in Essen-Werden near Baldeneysee remains closed. This is due to significant dangers from rock and boulder falls along the embankment, which is up to seven meters high and runs alongside the path. A geotechnical report had confirmed that [...] Read More
March 22
Photo | Graphic: Carl de Canedido Actively supporting species conservation in gardens For many people, their own garden is a place of retreat and a green oasis – especially in densely populated areas like the Ruhr metropolitan area and the southern part of Essen around the Ruhr River. At the same time, it is an important habitat for numerous beneficial insects and wild animals. However, the increasing [...] Read More
20 March
Photo: Aerial photographs, City of Essen. Important traffic artery near Baldeneysee affected. Essen, Baldeneysee, March 19, 2026. The planned renovation of the Gustav-Heinemann Bridge is being postponed. The reason is still outstanding water rights permits from the Düsseldorf District Government. The delay affects not only local residents but also numerous commuters between Essen and Velbert: Federal Highway B224 runs over the bridge and [...] Read More
17 February
Photo: Cesar von Meissen | Image editing: Carl de Canedido. Wedding on the ship of Weisse Flotte Baldeney and in the Heisingen town hall, Essen, Baldeneysee, February 17, 2026. June 6, 2026, is a date that sticks in your mind. The harmonious sequence of numbers makes it a popular choice for couples getting married [...] Read More
15 February
Photo: Cesar von Meissen Tulip Sunday Tradition and Essen's Smallest Parade Tulip Sunday in Essen-Werden showed its most vibrant side on February 15, 2026. At precisely 11:11 a.m., the historic old town Werden filled up along Heckstraße/corner of Dückerstraße, all the way to St. Lucius Church. Even before the first float started moving, there was a special sense of anticipation [...] Read More
03 February
Photo: Lila la Loop Best results at Baldeneysee and Ruhr Essen, Baldeneysee, February 3, 2026. Essen's 9th district – consisting of Bredeney, Fischlaken, Heidhausen, Kettwig and Werden – is among the winners of the current Essen tree inventory 2024. The area around Baldeneysee, in particular, demonstrates how productive and climate-resilient the urban greenery in southern Essen is. [...] Read More
29 January
Graphic: Ranking of metropolitan regions in Germany. © IW Consult GmbH. IW study confirms top position of the Ruhr region in the nationwide metropolitan region comparison. Ruhr region, Essen, Baldeneysee, January 29, 2026. What every resident of the Ruhr region has long known is now in black and white: The Ruhr region is the most livable metropolitan region in Germany. This is the conclusion of a recent study by the German Economic Institute (IW), [...] Read More
December 24
Painting: Kilian Silberweger | Title: 'Christmas Glow on the South Bank' Christmas greetings from the Baldeneysee.Ruhr Team A special atmosphere prevails at Baldeneysee as the year draws to a close. The paths become quieter, the water lies clear and still, and the hilly landscape reveals its wintry character. Sunshine is forecast for the coming days, with clear air and frosty temperatures – certainly [...] Read More
December 22
Photo: Carl de Canedido Fresh bread rolls, pastries, and cakes in Essen's south. Finding bakery opening hours in Essen is a popular search term during the Christmas season and New Year's Eve – especially in the districts around the Baldeneysee bus line, where many people spend their holidays. Whether it's fresh bread rolls on Christmas Eve, a sweet stollen [...] Read More
31 October
Graphic: AI collaborative project MIDAP in cooperation with UdK Berlin. AI and XR are on the fast track and are expected to provide new impetus for artistic education in the digital age. Two of Germany's most renowned art universities are joining forces for this project: the Berlin University of the Arts (UdK Berlin) and the Folkwang University of the Arts, located [...] Read More