- Parking spaces available
- Free admission
Barrier-free fishing spot Möhnesee
Fishing spot/fishing
First barrier-free fishing spot on the Möhnesee.
Address
Barrier-free fishing spot Möhnesee
Wamel Fischteich
59519 Möhnesee
Properties:
On March 25, 2025, the new barrier-free fishing spot on Lake Möhnesee was officially opened. The project, which was supported by many stakeholders, represents significant progress in terms of inclusion and accessibility for people with disabilities. The Ruhrverband and the municipality of Möhnesee have taken an important step together to facilitate access to nature and leisure activities.
The barrier-free fishing spot, which covers an area of 6.00 m x 5.00 meters, is specially designed to provide wheelchair users with a pleasant and safe fishing experience. Up to four people can fish at the same time, while an innovative railing allows both the fishing rod and landing net to be handled comfortably and safely. The location of the fishing spot in the immediate vicinity of a public parking lot with free disabled parking spaces ensures barrier-free access.
The project was financially supported by the Lippe-Möhnesee region's LEADER program. This support is a clear sign of the importance of accessibility and participation in leisure activities for all people, regardless of their individual abilities.
"Fishing is not only a popular leisure activity, but also an opportunity to relax in nature, experience community and break down barriers," says Maria Moritz, Mayor of the municipality of Möhnesee.
The Ruhrverband has been offering a reduced fishing permit for people with disabilities since 2018
. The new barrier-free fishing spot is now another milestone in this initiative and is set to become a
popular meeting place for anglers of all abilities. "We want to enable all
interested parties, especially people with disabilities, to enjoy fishing at Lake Möhnesee
- without restrictions," explained Markus Rüdel, press spokesman for the Ruhrverband, at the
opening speech.
thanks are also due to all those involved in the construction, from the planning to the structural realization
and all those who made this project possible: the municipality of Möhnesee, the representatives of the
Fischereiverband NRW and the Fischereiverband Westfalen-Lippe.
The barrier-free fishing spot, which covers an area of 6.00 m x 5.00 meters, is specially designed to provide wheelchair users with a pleasant and safe fishing experience. Up to four people can fish at the same time, while an innovative railing allows both the fishing rod and landing net to be handled comfortably and safely. The location of the fishing spot in the immediate vicinity of a public parking lot with free disabled parking spaces ensures barrier-free access.
The project was financially supported by the Lippe-Möhnesee region's LEADER program. This support is a clear sign of the importance of accessibility and participation in leisure activities for all people, regardless of their individual abilities.
"Fishing is not only a popular leisure activity, but also an opportunity to relax in nature, experience community and break down barriers," says Maria Moritz, Mayor of the municipality of Möhnesee.
The Ruhrverband has been offering a reduced fishing permit for people with disabilities since 2018
. The new barrier-free fishing spot is now another milestone in this initiative and is set to become a
popular meeting place for anglers of all abilities. "We want to enable all
interested parties, especially people with disabilities, to enjoy fishing at Lake Möhnesee
- without restrictions," explained Markus Rüdel, press spokesman for the Ruhrverband, at the
opening speech.
thanks are also due to all those involved in the construction, from the planning to the structural realization
and all those who made this project possible: the municipality of Möhnesee, the representatives of the
Fischereiverband NRW and the Fischereiverband Westfalen-Lippe.
Prices
Use of the fishing area is free of charge. A fishing permit is always required for fishing on the Möhnesee.
Directions
Public parking lot with free disabled parking spaces in the immediate vicinity.
