Photo: Cesar von Meissen
Sailing schools and sailing clubs on Baldeneysee
Sailing on inland waters is a special discipline within the sport of sailing. While the open sea is often associated with long journeys and rough conditions, sailing on lakes such as Baldeneysee offers its very own challenge and fascination. Protected from endless waves, but still strongly influenced by local weather conditions and often rapidly changing wind conditions, a dynamic sailing experience develops that remains exciting for beginners and experienced sailors alike. The special advantage of sailing on Baldeneysee is the short journey. What's more, there is no time-consuming loading of the boats.
Special features of sailing on Baldeneysee
Inland waters such as the Baldeneysee are characterized by changing wind conditions, which are influenced by the surrounding hills and forests. Baldeneysee is nestled in the foothills of the Bergisches Land, also known as the "land of 1,000 hills". The often shifting and gusty winds require sailors to pay close attention and make precise maneuvers. Unlike on the open sea, there are no enormously strong tidal currents, but narrow courses and limited space for maneuvering and dodging can be challenging. Inland areas lack the infinity of the sea, but they offer a special closeness to nature, short distances and a close-knit community among water sports enthusiasts. On Baldeneysee , the sailing clubs are located either on the north shore or the south shore of the lake.
Sailing for children - clubs on Baldeneysee
Sailing on Baldeneysee is not just reserved for experienced athletes. Many sailing clubs around the lake have made it their mission to introduce children and young people to water sports. With professional trainers, modern training boats and a great passion for sailing, they offer young sailing enthusiasts the opportunity to learn basic sailing techniques and improve their skills in a fun way. These courses not only strengthen technical understanding, but also promote team spirit and self-confidence. Once the young and old are more experienced, they can take part in local, regional, national and even international sailing regattas. Training camps are even organized at the start of the season.
Impressive anniversary
On the Baldeneysee's 90th birthday, the body of water became an impressive stage for water sports enthusiasts. Sailors, rowers, canoeists, kayakers, stand-up paddlers and other athletes gathered on the lake to celebrate a spectacular finale. The sailors had decorated their boats with countless fairy lights and presented themselves in perfect harmony with the other water sports enthusiasts - an impressive demonstration of the sense of community and the versatility that the lake offers and, ultimately, what Baldeneysee means to the people of the Ruhr region. The anniversary thus became an unforgettable experience that honored the long tradition of sailing on this beautiful body of water.
Our conclusion
Sailing on Baldeneysee is much more than just a sport - it is a passion, a challenge and a way of life. Thanks to the sailing clubs based on its shores, Baldeneysee offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in the unique world of sailing from a young age. There are taster courses, vacation courses and even elementary school use the lake for sailing lessons in third and fourth grade.
