Flowers & Forest Idyll
Bad Lippspringe
The health resort town of Bad Lippspringe has made a name for itself as a modern health destination. The town is also known as a city of flowers and is particularly popular with nature lovers. Bad Lippspringe takes its name from the spring of the Lippe River, which flows through North Rhine-Westphalia from here.
Health resort
Known for its springs and mild therapeutic climate, Bad Lippspringe has developed into a popular destination for spa guests and health-conscious visitors. The town is a modern health resort and proudly holds the titles “State-Recognized Spa” and “Climatic Health Resort” with the additional distinction “Premium Class” – the only spa resort in North Rhine-Westphalia to receive this designation. The combination of health and relaxation is a defining feature of the town.
The healing forest and parks provide space for walks and peaceful moments surrounded by greenery. Its unique location and mild climate have made Bad Lippspringe a well-known spa resort in East Westphalia for many years.
Garden exhibition
The major event was the State Garden Show in 2017. Since then, the Bad Lippspringe Garden Show has offered all visitors a unique experience under the motto “Glorious Flowers & Forest Idyll.”
Magnificent flower displays, a newly staged forest setting with decades-old trees and many shaded areas, as well as the large play world of elves and trolls with individually designed play stations, characterize the diverse grounds. The Bad Lippspringe Garden Show is open year-round, with a main season (April to October) and an off-season (November to March).
Lippe spring
The source area of the Lippe River gave the town its name. Right next to the fortress, is the spring of the River Lippe. It takes its course, and after 237 kilometers, flows into the Rhine near Wesel. Lippe ist the the longest river in North Rhine-Westphalia.
The deep blue spring pond is affectionately called “Odin’s Eye” by locals. According to a legend, the almighty Germanic god “Odin” tore out his eye and threw it into the dry Senne landscape to bless it with moisture and flourishing life. The Lippe spring emerges from a depth of about 8 meters. With a discharge of approximately 740 liters per second, it is one of the most powerful river springs in Germany.
The ruins of the fortess
Bad Lippspringe fortress, now preserved as ruins, is the town's oldest landmark. The historic walls, picturesquely situated above the spring of the Lippe river, are one of the most photographed sights in the town. The fortress was probably built at the beginning of the 14th century by the Paderborn cathedral chapter. The fortress complex originally existed of a main castle, designed as a moated castle, and an outer bailey.
The spacious castle forecourt is a popular venue for folk festivals and celebrations. Medieval knight's dinners are also offered in the historic castle cellar.
Further information
Find out more about leisure activities in Bad Lippspringe:
Tourist-Information Bad Lippspringe
Lindenstraße 1a | D - 33175 Bad Lippspringe | Tel. +49 5252 26260