Things to Do in Krefeld

A small contemporary art gallery in a former factory building, hosting rotating exhibitions by regional and international artists. Free on Wednesdays.

🕐 Wed-Sun 2pm-6pm (Wed free), Thu-Sat 2pm-6pm (€3 other days)

💡 Go on Wednesdays for free entry—the gallery is quiet then, and the staff often chat about current exhibits.

A cluster of 1920s housing estates designed by Bauhaus architects, including the famous Haus Lange and Haus Esters. Free to walk through and admire the architecture.

🕐 24/7 (exterior only)

💡 Start at the corner of Wilhelmshofallee and Friedrich-Ebert-Straße for the best view of the white cube houses.

A large public park with an artificial lake, old-growth trees, and paths perfect for walking or cycling. No entry fee.

🕐 Daily 6am-10pm

💡 Bring binoculars for the heron colony near the southern end of the lake—active from March to July.

A 14-hectare zoo with over 1000 animals including a large ape house and a walk-through aviary. Entry is low cost, around €9 for adults.

🕐 Daily 9am-6pm (summer), 9am-4pm (winter)

💡 Go on weekday afternoons to avoid crowds; the elephant and big cat feeding sessions are at 2pm.

A restored medieval water castle with moats and a museum of local history. The grounds and outer courtyard are free; the interior costs €4.50.

🕐 Museum: Tue-Sun 11am-5pm; Grounds: daily dawn-dusk

💡 Skip the inside if tight on cash—the moat walk and gardens are the best part, and free all year round.