Attention! No swimming in the Lingese reservoir due to blue-green algae. Small but beautiful - the Lingese reservoir
At the moment it is not allowed to swim in the Lingese dam at the DLRG-Haus bathing area. Further information.
Built between 1897 and 1899, the Lingese Dam is one of the oldest reservoirs in the Wupper Association. The dammed river is the Lingese, a tributary of the Wipper. The small, manageable dam was originally used to regulate the river and supply industrial water, but today it is used for flood protection and to raise low water levels.
It is also an important location for local recreation with water sports facilities of all kinds. Bathing areas are located at the DLRG station, at the campsite and at the Linge (see download). The lakeside path around the dam is approx. 5 km long.
Fish at the LingeseMany species of fish find their habitat in the underwater world of the Bergische Talsperren. A fish trail along the banks of the Lingese dam provides information about the abundant life below the surface.
Built between 1897 and 1899, the Lingese Dam is one of the oldest reservoirs in the Wupper Association. The dammed river is the Lingese, a tributary of the Wipper. The small, manageable dam was originally used to regulate the river and supply industrial water, but today it is used for flood protection and to raise low water levels.
It is also an important location for local recreation with water sports facilities of all kinds. Bathing areas are located at the DLRG station, at the campsite and at the Linge (see download). The lakeside path around the dam is approx. 5 km long.
Fish at the LingeseMany species of fish find their habitat in the underwater world of the Bergische Talsperren. A fish trail along the banks of the Lingese dam provides information about the abundant life below the surface.
Information for groups
Free guided tours are offered by prior appointment. They usually take place from Monday to Thursday between 9 am and 1 pm. Guided tours are also often offered on open days.
Group size: min. 10, max. 25 - 30 people
Duration: approx. 1 hour
Further information can be found here.