Haus Scheppen

Haus Scheppen is a listed building and archaeological site at Baldeneysee Dating from the 14th century, the historic estate of the former abbey (Werden) takes its name from the "Lords of Scheppen," the former tenants. Parts of the medieval ruins are still preserved today. The Essen Sailing and Canoeing Club (EFKV) has its headquarters here and uses the moat as a harbor.

The harbor offers approximately 80 boat berths with electrical hookups, suitable for boats up to ten meters in length and with a draft of one meter thirty. Drinking water and a slipway are also available on site. Those interested should contact the harbor master at harbor Haus Scheppen.

The Haus Scheppen estate once comprised up to 24 sub-farms and was one of the largest fiefs of the Werden Abbey. It is strategically located on the southern bank of the Baldeneysee and is accessible via the road. Pörtingsiepen It can be reached from Hespertal and from Fischlaken via Maasstraße. Visitors should note that Hardenbergufer, which runs directly alongside the Baldeneysees, is largely closed to motorized vehicles.

A public parking lot is located on Pörtingsiepen road shortly before Haus Scheppen. It is recommended to use this parking lot and walk the last few meters, as the few parking spaces directly in front of Haus Scheppen are usually already occupied and turning around is difficult due to the large size of the vehicle, especially for motorcycles, bicycles, and other vehicles. Inline skaters The high volume of traffic can be risky at times. The square directly in front of Haus Scheppen is home to a well-known and popular motorcycle meeting point.

Around the Haus Scheppen are located: the Motorcycle meeting Haus Scheppen, the final destination of Hespertalbahn (Station Haus Scheppen), the Haus Scheppen Pier as well as the Essen Yacht Club and Camping Park Baldeneysee. Refreshments are available at two stalls: Lieblingsbude and a second self-service stall.