Hengsteysee

The outstanding Hengsteysee in Dortmund

The Hengsteysee is located between the cities of Dortmund and Hagen and is easily accessible via the A1 freeway. With its dam height of 5 meters, the lake stretches for kilometers from Wetter an der Ruhr to Schwerte. A large part of the lake belongs to a protected landscape area in which numerous animal species can be found. The lake was named after the district Hengstey and is one of 6 Ruhr reservoirs. Most of all you come here to have a look at this wonderful view and enjoy the landscape. But this wonderful mountain scenery is also suitable for hiking and walking. And also who loves to do sports in the fresh air, is here exactly at the right address.

But also cruiser lovers have fallen in love with this excellent Hengsteysee. It offers not only a beautiful lake, but also countless green spaces with numerous hiding places. Especially on warm summer days, bi, straight and gay men meet here to enjoy each other outdoors. Nobody has to be shy or timid here. Once you have made close eye contact here, it goes pretty quickly to the point. But the favorite is here in the bushes uninhibited and undisturbed gecruist.

The parking lot Laubenschlag you must also definitely try, it's worth it!