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The Top 20 Lakes in the Ruhr Region

Looking to visit the best lakes in the Ruhr Region? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Ruhr Region’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: December 2, 2025

View of Villa Hügel Over Lake Baldeney

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From the south bank of Lake Baldeney you have a beautiful view of Villa Hügel on the north bank and the sailing boats on the lake. The paths are very wide, but it can get quite crowded on the weekend.

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Lake Kemnade

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The Ruhr reservoir is located between Bochum and Witten, at the foot of the Ruhruni Bochum. It is a popular destination for residents of Bochum and the surrounding area. There …

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Lake Baldeney

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Today you can hardly tell that the Baldeneysee was created artificially. It not only attracts water sports fans, but the continuously developed footpath and cycle path around the lake is very attractive.

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Halterner Reservoir

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Great starting point for a lap around the lake. Largest drinking water supply system, therefore bathing is prohibited everywhere.

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Niederfeld Lake

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A great route with a great surface. Leads directly from the south into the city center of Essen. Lots of water along the way - Niederfeldsee, Kruppseee - and the Cafe Radmosphäre. My top route in Essen.

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North Shore Trail at the Halterner Reservoir

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In spring 2024, the paths will be in very good condition and accessible to any bicycle.

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Baldeneysee Weir

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Lake Baldeney near Essen-Werden is not only exceptionally beautiful, but also steeped in history. On the opposite slope is Villa Hügel, once the home of the Krupp family. Several books …

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Kemnader See Weir

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Very nice cycle path around the Kemnader Lake, asphalted and partly with three separate paths for pedestrians, skaters and cyclists. Good starting point for a ride along the Ruhr Valley …

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Pfingstsee

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Lake Elsbach, also known as Pfingstsee, is a wonderful place with impressive natural scenery. The lake is still being formed, as it is a subsidence lake caused by coal mining. …

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Hullerner Reservoir

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The Hullern reservoir is very beautiful, as it is usually not as crowded as the Haltern reservoir. If you want, you can take both lakes with you. A great tour. I love to drive them again and again.

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The Top 20 Lakes in the Ruhr Region

View of Villa Hügel Over Lake Baldeney

Lake Kemnade

Lake Baldeney

Halterner Reservoir

Niederfeld Lake

North Shore Trail at the Halterner Reservoir

Baldeneysee Weir

Kemnader See Weir

Pfingstsee

Hullerner Reservoir

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