The Sauerland-Seen are special natural and recreational areas and offer a wide range of opportunities for water sports, fishing and relaxing hours by the water. To ensure that the waters retain their high ecological quality in the future, responsible management is crucial.
An increasing challenge is posed by the quagga mussel, an invasive species that has now also been detected in some of the Sauerland-Seen and can affect the ecological balance of the waters.
On this page, you can find out more about the quagga mussel, which regulations apply to recreational users and how you can take simple measures to help protect the Sauerland-Seen and their unique nature.
You can find more detailed information directly from the Ruhrverband.