Bockum
| Bockum | |
|---|---|
| Stadtteil of Krefeld | |
  Bockum | |
| Coordinates: 51°20′N 6°34′E / 51.333°N 6.567°ECoordinates: 51°20′N 6°34′E / 51.333°N 6.567°E | |
| Country | Germany |
| State | North Rhine-Westphalia |
| Admin. region | Düsseldorf |
| District | Urban district |
| City | Krefeld |
| Population ({{{Stand}}}) | |
| • Total | 21,903 |
| Time zone | CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2) |
| Postal codes | 47800 |
| Dialling codes | 02151 |
| Vehicle registration | KR |
Bockum, church: katholische Pfarrkirche Sankt Gertrudis
Bockum is a northeastern district of Krefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. With its large parks, its advantageous location and high housing comfort, it is one of the most favoured residential areas in the city. The center of Bockum is marked by the neogothic church of St. Gertrudis. In addition, the zoo, the Stadtwald, the Grotenburgstadion and a large swimming facility offer diverse recreational opportunities. The living costs lie in the upper third, with mostly single occupancy housing; the population is considered mostly conservative.
Places to visit
- Haus Sollbrüggen
- Zoo Man Sam
External links
- Informations on the official homepage of Krefeld
- Aerial photography of Bockum on www.krefeld.de
- Map of the districts of Krefeld
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