Krefeld

The Lower Rhine plain defines the setting of Krefeld — the city spreads across level ground west of the Rhine, where urban districts meet a traditionally agricultural river landscape. Known as Germany’s “velvet and silk city,” Krefeld built its reputation on textile manufacture, especially during the 18th and 19th centuries; that legacy is explored at the German Textile Museum in the Linn district. Modern architecture also has a firm place here: Haus Lange and Haus Esters, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, are now used by Krefeld’s art museums. The historic district of Uerdingen recalls the city’s connection with the Rhine. View additional webcams nearby to better understand how Krefeld relates to the Lower Rhine and its surroundings.

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