Ludwig-Kessing-Park

Ludwig-Kessing-Park is a public park in Überruhr-Hinsel built across two different elevation levels that together cover about 6 hectares. The southern section features views toward the Ruhr Valley through open grassland and wooded areas, while the northern section sits closer to residential neighborhoods.

The site housed the Herrmann shaft of Eiberg colliery until 1914, one of the coal mines that shaped the region. After closure, the land was converted into a park and renamed after Ludwig Kessing in 1974 to preserve memory of the area's mining tradition.

The park takes its name from Ludwig Kessing, a local miner and poet from Überruhr who lived from 1869 to 1940, honoring the area's coal mining roots. This naming choice reflects how the region has preserved its industrial past through memory and public spaces.

The park offers recreational facilities across its two levels, including a children's playground with swings, slides, and climbing equipment plus basketball courts near the southern entrance. Access is available from multiple points, and visitors should expect wet paths during rainy weather, especially in wooded sections.

The park uses sheep grazing as a natural method to control Giant Hogweed, an invasive plant species that poses problems in the region. This combination of land management and animal husbandry creates an interesting visual element for visitors, blending ecological care with pastoral presence in an urban setting.

Location: Essen

GPS coordinates: 51.43280,7.08472

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:03