Bockum is a northeastern district of

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. 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

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, the Stadtwald, the

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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

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Places to visit

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References

External links

Information on the official homepage of Krefeld

Aerial photography of Bockum on www.krefeld.de

Map of the districts of Krefeld
Towns in North Rhine-Westphalia Krefeld {{krefeld-geo-stub