Best lake trails in Essen

Popular circular loop trail near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia This family-friendly circular route around the Baldeneysee in Essen is very popular and attracts many skaters, cyclists, runners and hikers, especially on weekends. The route runs picturesquely directly on the shore of Lake Baldeney, past historical monuments such as the former Pörtingsiepen colliery and the Scheppen house. During the spring and summer months, numerous wild geese can be seen with their young on the lake shore....

Popular, quiet hiking trail near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. This scenic route leads around the Baldeneysee, where the beautiful Ruhr Valley landscape can be experienced up close. It starts at the parking lot at the EWSC. In an easterly direction to the Hardenbergufer where the lake is crossed over the bridge. Mostly along the shore it goes back. Forests, hills, narrow paths and meadows await. The ruins of the Esener Isenburg are passed above the lake as well as the small forest areas...

Beautiful loop in North Rhine-Westphalia This relaxed tour leads on partly paved roads over fields and along farms and you always have great views of Lake Baldeney along the way. On the shore of the lake is also the Haus am See, on whose terrace you can enjoy the beautiful view and delicious food in the warm months. There is parking at the starting point. Highlights: - Lake Baldeney

Very nice loop in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia This circular route is located on the edge of the Huelenhaine nature reserve in the Schellenberger Forest, bordered on the other side by Lake Baldeney. Start is at Jagdhaus Schellenberg, from there it goes after a short stretch along the road into the forest and to Lake Baldeney. The beautiful path along the shore and through the forest offers pure relaxation and lets you relax and switch off in a short time. The Baldeneysee is the largest of a...

Panoramic loop through the Schellernberg Forest, North Rhine-Westphalia. The loop leads through the Schellenberg forest and past the Korter cliff. From here there is a beautiful panoramic view over Lake Baldeney. The trail then descends steeply to Lake Baldeney and climbs back up to Schellenberg Forest past the Hundsnocken colliery. Passing Schellenberg Castle, the route finally returns to the starting point. There are a few meters of elevation gain on this route. Dogs can run freely on the...

Varied hiking tour in Kupferdreh near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. A great hike with variety. At Baldeneysee, you will see beautiful sights such as the Isenburg castle ruins. Highlights: - Railway bridge copper rotation - Lake Baldeney - Heisinger Bogen bird sanctuary - Yacht Club Ruhrland Essen - Baldeney Forest - Castle ruins of Neue Isenburg - Kruppwald - Wild gate Heissiwald - Brehm Island - Seaside Beach Baldeneysee lido

The Baldeneysee is located in the south of Essen. Just northeast of it lies the Bochum Railway Museum. Here begins the circular route that leads to Baldeneysee and back and is best mastered by bike. The route around Lake Baldeney alone is 27 kilometers long. On the circular route you can enjoy the nature around the lake and many vantage points invite you to linger.

Enchanting and varied hike in Schönebeck near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. A charming loop in Schönebeck that leads into the unexpectedly green landscape near the town. In the Siepen valleys there are spring streams, forest and the varied ups and downs of the Schönebeck gorge, also known as "Schönebeck Switzerland". There is a parking lot and refreshment stops at the starting point. There are two Essen S-Bahn stations nearby, making it easy to travel to and from the trail by...

Varied loop trail near Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia. A well-known magnificent building of the industrial family Krupp, several forested areas, the Baldeneysee and a castle ruin that can be reached via a short detour - this loop trail offers a lot of variety. The route is also characterized by easy accessibility by public transport. Highlights of the hike: - Lake Baldeney - Villa Huegel (19th century) - Essen city forest - Detour to the castle ruins of Neue Isenburg - Baldeney Forest

Castle-rich hiking trail along the Ruhr, North Rhine-Westphalia. The hike can be easily reached by train (Essen-Werden train station) and is very well suited for a day trip from Essen and the surrounding area. Parking is available in the city center for those arriving by car. The hiking trail starts at Essen-Werden train station. It then leads south out of the city area and along the Ruhr with a fairly steep climb to Herrenburg and the former Jewish cemetery. Further south you pass the...