Lake Baldeney
Baldeneysee
A reservoir on the Ruhr River south of Essen, with a 14 km lakeside walking and cycling path, excursion boats, sailing, and lakeside swimming beaches.
The Ruhr River is dammed south of Essen to form a lake about 8 km long, framed by green hills that contrast sharply with the industrial north. The roughly 14 km loop of walking and cycling paths is flat and easy to follow. In summer, the White Fleet excursion boats link landings such as Villa Hügel and the old town of Werden. You can rent sailboats and stand-up paddleboards, and the lakeside beach, open since 2017, allows swimming. Combine it with a visit to Villa Hügel on the same day.
Opening hours
Open all day; cruises operate seasonally
Nearby sights
- Villa Hügel
- Werden Abbey
- Museum Folkwang
- Old Synagogue (Essen)
- Essen Minster
- Grugapark
- Margarethenhöhe
- Ruhr Museum