December 13
Photo: Lila la Loop King of the Forests in the Ruhr Valley and at Baldeneysee The red deer, majestic and powerful, has been named "Animal of the Year 2026". With its impressive antlers and proud appearance, it is considered a symbol of the wilderness of Central Europe. The red deer also thrives in the forests around Baldeneysee, where nature and industrial history meet. Read More
December 13
Photo: Lila la Loop Experience unique nature up close. The Ruhr River meanders through North Rhine-Westphalia like a silver ribbon. It holds the landscape together and gives the Ruhr region its name. But what truly shines are the stories that the flora and fauna write here. The kingfisher flits across the water's surface like a sparkling gemstone at Baldeneysee, [...] Read More
December 12
Artistic interpretation: Carl de Canedido | Not an official logo of the city of Essen | Referendum: Olympic Games on the Rhine and Ruhr in 2036, 2040, or 2044? The city of Essen faces a groundbreaking decision: The city council has decided to put the citizens to a vote on possible participation in the Rhine-Ruhr bid for the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games, [...] Read More
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
April 29
New record: 42.9 million camping overnight stays in 2024. German campsites recorded a record number of overnight stays last year. In 2024, 42.9 million people stayed overnight at German campsites – a new record high despite, or perhaps because of, increased prices. This represents an increase of 1.4 percent compared to 2023 and 19.9 percent compared to 2019. The Baldeneysee is also being discussed in forums [...] Read More
April 18
Photo: Jochen Tack Camping at Baldeneysee and the Ruhr – Paradise Ruhr Valley between Kupferdreh and Kettwig Camping combines nature, relaxation, and adventure – and what could be better than enjoying these experiences in one of the most picturesque regions of North Rhine-Westphalia? The Baldeneysee and the entire Ruhr Valley offer perfect scenery for relaxed camping trips and bike tours on the Ruhr Valley Cycle Path. [...] Read More
January 1st
Photo: Lila la Loop The hedgehog in focus at Baldeneysee and Ruhr and throughout Germany. The European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) was chosen as the animal of the year 2024 – and for good reason. It is widespread throughout Germany, but its living conditions have deteriorated dramatically in recent decades. Also at Baldeneysee and [...] Read More