The most beautiful beer gardens by the water - Ruhr Edition

Imagine the following scenario: You're sitting with an ice-cold beer right by the water, while little ducklings glide across the pond in front of you and an old water wheel turns quietly. Are you tingling at the thought of this absolute idyll? Then head to the "Alte Wassermühle" beer garden in Recklinghausen. The disused watermill from 1959 is now a very cosy beer garden in Recklinghausen with more than just a few sunny spots and the romance of ducks: here you can enjoy currywurst, meatballs and delicious cakes at fair prices.

Beer garden, but make it harbor vibe! At Umschlagplatz Dortmund there are no classic tables and chairs, but beer benches in a rustic harbor setting - the Dortmund beer garden is the perfect place for an after-work beer with a little more charm. With pallet furniture, loungers, parasols and gravel flooring, this place has the right mix of chilled atmosphere and harbor flair. The view of Dortmund harbour here is almost romantic - especially beautiful when the sunset bathes the scene in golden colors. The menu is simple, but just right: fresh beer, good cocktails and, when the grill and deep fryer are on, delicious currywurst and chips. This beer garden is the perfect choice for anyone looking for pure Ruhrpott romance - authentic, inexpensive and with a unique harbor feeling.

Directly on the Rhine-Herne Canal, opposite the Kaisergarten and just a stone's throw from the Niederrhein stadium, a very quaint place awaits you: a beer garden in Oberhausen that is not only very close to the water, but also has a very special charm. In addition to the classic beer garden furniture, there are also chilled lounge seating areas for a quiet drink! On the menu, you'll find honest favorites such as currywurst, tarte flambée and Schranke fries - just what you need after a walk along the canal. So if you're looking for a restaurant in Oberhausen that offers you nature, water views and uncomplicated enjoyment: We got you.

Haus Oveney on Lake Kemnade may not be a classic beer garden, but it has a lot of beer garden energy and love! Sure, the view doesn't come without a price - but you don't just get the usual beer garden fare here. On the Haus Oveney menu you will find fresh, seasonal dishes that also fulfill vegan and vegetarian wishes. And after a bike tour along the Ruhr Valley cycle path or a walk by the lake, this is the perfect place to take a breather and simply relax. The Bochum beer garden is always busy - and for good reason. Anyone who has been here knows why this place right by the lake is simply part of a relaxed summer's day!

A walk along the Ruhr and the White Fleet still has a break. What does that mean? Of course it's time for the Mölmsche Oase - a beer garden in Mülheim an der Ruhr. With palm trees, sun loungers and a view of the water. This idyllic place is located right next to the water station on Schleuseninsel and has everything you need for a little break. Bratwurst, chips, vegetarian and vegan options - just order, sit back and relax. In the middle of greenery, right by the river, with a view of the hustle and bustle at the lock. No hustle and bustle, no parking lots - just the Ruhr, peace and quiet and good food at the beer garden at the Mülheim water station.

Directly above Lake Baldeney, in one of the most beautiful spots in Essen, a beer garden awaits you with not only a rustic atmosphere, but also an unforgettable view of the Ruhr. Here you can enjoy the day on the large terrace - whether with a classic schnitzel, fresh fish or fine dishes such as wild garlic pasta and redfish fillet. There are also homemade juices and spritzers for an absolute freshness kick! Whether after a bike tour through Kupferdreh or a boat trip on Lake Baldeney - this place is the reward! Events such as mussel dinners or nostalgia evenings ensure that there is never a dull moment. Between Heisingen, Kupferdreh and Überruhr, this beer garden is a real highlight.

In the middle of the countryside, right by the fountain pond, lies the beer garden idyll par excellence: the beer garden in Gelsenkirchen in the Schlosspark! It's as pithy on the outside as it is on the inside, with just the right selection of food including freshly tapped beer, currywurst and other tasty snacks. The beer garden in Gelsenkirchen-Buer is a delight for all the senses with its great view of the lake and the well-kept, spacious grounds. Tip: It can be wonderfully combined with a walk around Schloss Berge!

Watch ships pass by while you let the wind blow around your nose with a freshly tapped beer. The Mühlenweide beer garden in Duisburg is located directly on the Rhine with a view of the harbor entrance, which makes its location quite unique. The menu includes currywurst, chips, fish and other sweet treats - for the small snack stomach, but also for the big appetite! Mühlenweide Duisburg simply eats, the place for a relaxed afternoon - where events such as "Hafenklang" or karaoke evenings also take place regularly.