A varied landscape along and with the rivers Rhine, Lippe and
Issel. No fewer than three rivers dominate the landscape of the
district of Wesel. In addition to fun outings by large Rhine
barges, canoe trips, diving and sailing courses are also available.
Of course water rats, too, come into their own in the many lakes
such as the Nordsee and Südsee in Xanten.
Crossing a magnificent, alternating landscape, the walks and
cycle routes in the district offer plenty of sporting activities.
Visitors can catch their breath and recharge their batteries in
Hohe Mark area of natural beauty, also known as the "green lung" of
this area. Cyclists can use a vast cycle track web with nearly 1000
signposted cycle tracks.
In winter approximately 200,000 wild geese stay on the Bislicher
Islands near Wesel. From wild geese to Christmas turkeys, there are
a lot more culinary delights to be enjoyed. The "regional menus" in
restaurants and farm cafés offer connoisseurs quality and
choice.
Many of the cultural events are not just a must for day
trippers. Examples are the "Fantastival", Dinslaken's open-air
festival in the Burgtheater, the "Comedy Arts Festival" in Moers
and the Sommerfestspiele in the Archeologisch Park in Xanten.
The district of Wesel on the Lower Rhine comprises 13 towns and
municipalities in total.