--- title: "Paderquellgebiet" url: "https://en.teutoburgerwald.de/region/excursion/poi/paderquellgebiet" description: "The Pader HeadwatersThe headwaters of the Pader spring north of downtown Paderborn. They flow through the headwaters area and merge into a single river before reaching the Old Town Ring. In the Schloß Neuhaus neighborhood, the Pader flows into the Lippe.Between Mühlenstraße and Paderhalle, the Pader’s headwater branches—which had previously been heavily enclosed by structures—and the adjacent open spaces were redesigned. This included work on the watercourses as well as the redesign of Inselspitzenweg, Haxthausengarten, and an open space along the water behind the Reinekemühle.The area can be explored via paths and a small footbridge, from which a bubbling spring can be seen up close. Seating areas invite visitors to take a break by the water. From the viewing platform at the Stümpelsche Mühle, visitors can observe the confluence of the Pader’s source streams.The Pader Spring Area Through the AgesThe Pader headwaters were originally located outside the city walls and were not incorporated into them until the Middle Ages. The marshy area remained largely undeveloped for a long time. Among the few buildings was the Cathedral Deanery, which today houses the city library. As the city grew, the area surrounding the springs also changed.For centuries, mills and breweries shaped the riverbanks. After the destruction of World War II, the headwaters area was redesigned as an inner-city green space and recreational area. Lawns, trees, paths, and waterways have defined its appearance ever since. Later, parts of the area were redesigned again and supplemented with paths and recreational areas.A tornado damaged the spring area and destroyed numerous older trees. The subsequent cleanup efforts and restoration of the affected areas mark another chapter in the development of this inner-city open space." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2557016/2b2c471714a7d4886fb1290e1d898e2314c8f634986dd16061ce123a1e16eeaf/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Teutoburg Forest > Discover the region > Excursion > POI" --- Share Paderquellgebiet ================ - Body of water Grüne Parklandschaft mit Fluss und Blick auf historische Gebäude bei blauem Himmel in Paderborn. Farbprächtiges Graffiti an einer Hauswand im Mittleren Paderquellgebiet, symbolisiert Paderborn. Graffiti eines großen roten Herzens auf einem bunten Haus in einem grünen städtischen Parkbereich. The Pader springs in the heart of Paderborn amidst inviting green spaces. In the three spring areas, the western, central and eastern Pader spring areas, around 200 springs gush forth, which are grouped together in several spring basins. ### The Pader Headwaters The headwaters of the Pader spring north of downtown Paderborn. They flow through the headwaters area and merge into a single river before reaching the Old Town Ring. In the Schloß Neuhaus neighborhood, the Pader flows into the Lippe. Between Mühlenstraße and Paderhalle, the Pader’s headwater branches—which had previously been heavily enclosed by structures—and the adjacent open spaces were redesigned. This included work on the watercourses as well as the redesign of Inselspitzenweg, Haxthausengarten, and an open space along the water behind the Reinekemühle. The area can be explored via paths and a small footbridge, from which a bubbling spring can be seen up close. Seating areas invite visitors to take a break by the water. From the viewing platform at the Stümpelsche Mühle, visitors can observe the confluence of the Pader’s source streams. ### The Pader Spring Area Through the Ages The Pader headwaters were originally located outside the city walls and were not incorporated into them until the Middle Ages. The marshy area remained largely undeveloped for a long time. Among the few buildings was the Cathedral Deanery, which today houses the city library. As the city grew, the area surrounding the springs also changed. For centuries, mills and breweries shaped the riverbanks. After the destruction of World War II, the headwaters area was redesigned as an inner-city green space and recreational area. Lawns, trees, paths, and waterways have defined its appearance ever since. Later, parts of the area were redesigned again and supplemented with paths and recreational areas. A tornado damaged the spring area and destroyed numerous older trees. The subsequent cleanup efforts and restoration of the affected areas mark another chapter in the development of this inner-city open space. Read more Good to know ------------ General information - Bus stop available Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities By car: Take the A 33 freeway to the Pad.-Zentrum or Pad.-Schloß Neuhaus exit; then head towards Paderborn city center. Stay on the inner ring road (Innenstadtring) in the direction of PaderHalle or Maspernplatz (if necessary, follow the parking guidance system). Turn into Maspernplatz via Hathumarstraße. Parking: Parking for cars is available at Maspernplatz on the edge of Paderborn city center (destination address for the navigation system: Heiersmauer 45, 33098 Paderborn). There are usually plenty of parking spaces there. Tip: Buy a reasonably priced day ticket! An alternative is the Neuhäuser Tor multi-storey parking lot, which you will pass on the way to Maspernplatz described above. www.asp-paderborn.de for information on other parking options in the city center and tariffs. By public transportation: Take the city bus line 5 (PaderSprinter) to the "Michaelstraße" stop. For more information on traveling by city bus, visit www.padersprinter.de or call 05251 6997222. Read more License (master data) Tourist Information Paderborn Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Children’s programme - Guided tour/tour - Guided tour/tour - Food & Beverage - Restaurant - Pub/bar/tavern - Restaurant - Accomodations - Hotel - Hotel garni - Holiday flat - Package - Group Offer/Family Offer - Group Offer/Family Offer - Place of interest - Children's playground - Spa/healing spring - Industrial heritage - Tours 33.36 km - Regional bike tour 3.26 km - Regional hiking trail 19.92 km - Regional bike tour Contact Mühlenstraße 2 33098 Paderborn