Krefeld is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, that rarely attracts tourists. It is more known for its historical links to the textile industry during the 18th and 19th centuries, sometimes earning it the nickname “Velvet and Silk City”. Krefeld is located near the Rhine River, close to major cities like Duisburg and Dortmund, which are also not typical tourist destinations.

Our walk starts near the Krefeld train station. The city is divided into several districts, featuring a mix of residential areas, parks, and industrial zones. On this rainy afternoon, we quickly enter the city center, walk around the main shopping streets near “Königstraße,” and then return to the train station.

There isn’t much to see from a tourist perspective. This walk offers a glimpse of what former industrial cities in North Rhine-Westphalia, such as Duisburg and Essen, are like.

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Timeline:
0:00 Route Preview
2:00 Walking Tour

Credits: Maps by mapbox ( https://www.mapbox.com/) - Route Animation by GPX Animator ( https://gpx-animator.app/ )

Filmed in August 2023

Camera: Osmo Pocket in 4K60
Mic: Zoom H1n