The Lippe river travels 255 kilometers from this spring before joining the Rhine at Wesel.
The spring is fed by water that originates from the karst rock systems of the nearby Eggegebirge range.
The water temperature at the source remains relatively constant year-round, typically around 10 to 12 degrees Celsius.
The site was historically known as the 'Lippe-Quelle' and has been a central feature of the town's therapeutic spa identity since the 19th century.
The discharge volume is heavily influenced by precipitation in the surrounding highland regions due to the karst geography.
The Lippequelle serves as the official source of the Lippe river, which is the longest river located entirely within the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. It is situated within the Arminiuspark in Bad Lippspringe, a town renowned for its status as a state-approved health resort. The spring emerges from a karst landscape, producing a reliable average discharge of approximately 0.7 cubic meters of water per second. The site features a stone-walled pool that marks the primary point of emergence for the river's subterranean flow. Historically, the spring has been a focal point for the town's development due to its mineral-rich waters. It is surrounded by landscaped gardens and walking paths that integrate the spring into the wider spa district. The site is a key geographical marker in the Teutoburg Forest region.
The stone bridge viewpoint looking directly down into the clear pool where the spring bubbles to the surface.
Combine your visit with a walk through the surrounding Arminiuspark to view the historic Kurhaus architecture.
Visit during the spring or autumn months when the park flora is at its most vibrant for optimal photography.
Bring comfortable walking shoes to traverse the connected pathways between the spring and the neighboring spa gardens.
Do not attempt to enter or bathe in the spring pool, as it is a protected monument and water source.
Maintain a quiet volume near the water source, as the area is intended for relaxation and therapeutic contemplation.
