Podcast Tour Krefeld The Secret of the Silk Barons
Rhine River, Germanyby Red Thread
- 2.6 hours
- Free cancellation
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- Up to 99 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Overview
Step behind the barriers of the Krefeld High Society and discover a hidden architectural revolution. In the late 1920s, two wealthy silk barons made a decision that shocked their conservative contemporaries: they hired an avant-garde architect named Mies van der Rohe. Accompany Clara, a skeptical urban explorer, and Pablo, a passionate architectural historian, as they decipher the tension between the traditional brick facades and the radical, fluid, steel-framed spaces behind them. This is a story about wealth, war, utopian design, and the courage to build the future. - 5.7 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 157 min. - Ideal for everyone interested in art, design & aesthetics and history & memory Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's included
- Exciting audio output in podcast style with experts and locals
- Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
- Verified facts incorporated into an exciting story
- Point-to-point navigation between stops
Itinerary
- 1
Stop 1
10 min
The green, historic center of Bockum, which illustrates the wealthy background of the Krefeld silk barons.
- 2
Stop 2
10 min
A walk along the Krefeld 'Millionaire's Mile', which sets the stage for the architectural upswing.
- 3
Museum Haus Lange & Museum Haus Esters
10 min
The masterpiece commissioned by Hermann Lange with a deceptive brick facade and a hidden steel structure.
- 4
Museum Haus Lange & Museum Haus Esters
10 min
The neighboring villa, commissioned by Josef Esters, shows subtle architectural variations and personal dynamics.
- 5
Sollbruggenpark
10 min
A traditional English landscape park, which contrasts with Mies' geometric, functionalist gardens.
- 6
Haus Sollbruggen
10 min
A classic historicist manor house from the 19th century, which illustrates the ornate architecture against which Mies rebelled.
Meeting and pickup
From Krefeld main station to Bockumer Platz using local public transport. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Bockumer Platz, Krefeld, Germany. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
End point
From Haus Sollbrüggen, first walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Krefeld main station. The starting point is Haus Sollbrüggen, Krefeld, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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