Get out of the city: the most beautiful summer excursions in the Ruhr region
Summer is here and with it the desire for a vacation in nature. Luckily, you don't have to travel far to experience true natural idylls, beautiful lakes and summer activities in the Ruhr region. Whether alone, with friends or family - we have put together five excursion destinations for you that perfectly combine nature and water . The best thing: Krombacher has the right drink for every summer moment, even without alcohol. Perfect for the whole family. So: pack your sunscreen, chill Krombacher's Fassbrause Kirsche - and off you go!
Baldeneysee & Korte Klippe - classics with a view
Lake Kemnader - pedal boat & sunbathing
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Hiking or relaxing - Lake Baldeney is the summer hotspot in Essen. Whether you're gliding across the water on a SUP or relaxing on a pedal boat, everything here feels a bit like a vacation in the south. If you prefer something more active, follow the Baldeneysteig trail up to the Korte Klippe. The view over the Ruhr Valley is well worth the hike - especially if you treat yourself to a well-earned break up there with a chilled Krombacher's Fassbrause Kirsche.
Summer, sun, lake feeling - Lake Kemnader between Bochum and Witten is the perfect spot for relaxing hours by the water. Here you can grab a pedal boat and cruise leisurely across the lake or simply relax on the shore. Add a cool Krombacher's Fassbrause Kirsche to the mix and your summer day is complete.
Canoe tour on the Ruhr - relaxation on the water
Harvesting flowers & picking strawberries - summer to go
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Paddling leisurely along the Ruhr while trees, meadows and old industrial history pass you by to the left and right - that's slow travel the Ruhrpott way. Idyllic canoe tours start around Kupferdreh in particular, which are also ideal for beginners.
Picking your own flowers simply makes you happy: at the Schiefelbusch farm in Heide (K49), Siegburg (B56) or Brücker Mauspfad in Cologne (L73), you can put together your own bouquet from colorful fields of flowers. The scent of lavender and the variety of colors will make you feel like you're in the middle of nature. For all strawberry fans, there are also great fields in the region, for example in Haltern am See, Bottrop or Dorsten, where you can pick your own fresh strawberries - a real summer highlight for young and old.
Wittringen moated castle - romance by the water
Bonus round: water, nature, well-being
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A real gem in the countryside: Wittringen moated castle in Gladbeck combines a historic atmosphere with idyllic nature. Around the castle, you can stroll through the castle park, relax by the small pond or admire the old walls. The peaceful location makes the moated castle the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life - how about a little picnic in the countryside?
Not enough highlights yet? These three spots show what else your summer in the Ruhr region could look like. Whether it's a leisurely pedal boat tour on the Sechs-Seen-Platte in Duisburg, hours of sunshine at Silbersee II in Haltern am See or a walk through the green MüGa-Park in Mülheim - you'll find the perfect mix of peace, water and nature here. And for a break in between? Something cold to toast. Krombacher's Fassbrause Kirsche provides the perfect refreshment.
Krombacher Fassbrause Kirsche - your perfect companion for summer moments in the countryside.
Whether you're picking flowers, sitting in a pedal boat or cruising around the lake - summer simply tastes better with the Krombacher variety in your hand. The limited edition Krombacher's Fassbrause Kirsche: fruity, sparkling, refreshing. Perfect for young and old.
So let the city be the city - and discover the green corners of the Ruhr region. Experience nature, grab your favorite people and enjoy the summer with Krombacher Fassbrause Kirsche.
