27 May
Photo: Carl de Canedido Sport, Nature and Tradition on the Ruhr Whoever strolls along the Ruhr or lets their gaze wander over the wide Ruhr valley immediately senses the special atmosphere of this landscape. A vibrant golf scene has developed between water, forests, and rolling hills, characterized by traditional clubs. Besides the Golf Club Heidhausen and the [...] Read More
14 March
Photo: Carl de Canedido. Padel tennis, internationally known as padel, is one of the fastest-growing racket sports in the world, a trend sport between tennis and squash. In the Ruhr metropolis of Essen, you can play padel directly at court Baldeneysee. The sport combines elements of tennis and squash, creating a particularly dynamic, accessible, and entertaining sporting experience. [...] Read More
March 8
Photo: Carl de Canedido A sports trend that combines creativity and fitness. Hobby horsing may seem like a childhood game at first glance, but appearances are deceiving. Behind the act of riding a hobby horse lies a serious sport that combines and strengthens strength, endurance, coordination, and expressiveness. The movement originated in Finland and spread via social media [...] 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 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
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
21 July
Photo: Jochen Tack Healthy gliding through nature Inline skating, also known as inline riding, is a dynamic and versatile sport that is relatively easy to learn and can be used both as a leisure activity and as training for endurance, balance, and strength. It combines fun, speed, and exercise in the fresh air – a perfect [...] Read More
June 6
Source: Stiftung Warentest Rediscovering Hiking: A Competition That Shows the Way Hiking is boring? Not for Matyas Zinner and Jonas Dicks from the Maria-Wächtler-Gymnasium in Essen. The two young testers participated in the Stiftung Warentest competition "Jugend testet" (Youth Tests) and wanted to find out which circular hiking trail in North Rhine-Westphalia is particularly suitable for young people. With scientific precision and meticulous attention to detail [...] Read More