Visit
21.06–04.06.2026
Manifesta 16 Ruhr takes place all over the Ruhr Area with its core cities being Duisburg, Essen, Gelsenkirchen and Bochum. The Manifesta 16+ Programme presents projects by local artists and initiatives in Dortmund, Herne, Mülheim an der Ruhr, Marl, Bottrop, Essen, Bochum, Gelsenkirchen, Duisburg and Oberhausen.
Opening Times
Mondays: closed
Tuesdays: 11.00–18.00
Wednesdays: 11.00–18.00
Thursdays: 11.00–18.00
Fridays: 11.00–19.00
Saturdays: 11.00–19.00
Sundays: 11.00–18.00
Monday the 22nd of June, venues will be exceptionally open from 11.00 to 18.00.
Entrance
Entry to Manifesta 16 Ruhr is free and open to everyone – no ticket needed!
Getting Around
The 12 churches are at the heart of different neighbourhoods across the Ruhr Area - you can reach them in many ways. Take trams and buses of the local public transportation to make your way through the cities to each of Manifesta 16 venues – you will not be bored by the sights offered to you. One tram connection is particularly worth travelling: the 302 runs in between Bochum and Gelsenkirchen and will get you to several of our venues! Our venues are also easily reachable by bike, car and Regional Express Trains (RE/RXX) – find all details below:
Getting to the Ruhr Area
We strongly encourage our visitors to choose a sustainable mode of transport when visiting the Ruhr Area. As Manifesta 16 Ruhr is spread across four cities, it is advisable to plan your trip in advance.
Information Points / Merchandise Shops
For help with your visit, talk to our one of our staff members, pick up a free map or browse Manifesta merchandise at our four central venues:
Liebfrauenkirche, Duisburg
St. Gertrud, Essen
St. Bonifatius, Gelsenkirchen
Christ König, Bochum
Opening Hours:
Fridays & Saturdays: 11.00-19.00
Sundays 11.00-18.00
Monday to Thursday: Closed
Card payments only
Guided Walks
Through Guided Walks a diverse team of mediators from the Ruhr Area invite visitors to express their own thoughts, ask questions and encourage them to start conversation with each other. Manifesta 16 Ruhr offers Open Walks for individuals and Group Walks for groups.
Accessibility
All Manifesta 16 Ruhr venues offer step-free access via ramps. Most of Manifesta 16 Ruhr’s central venues are wheelchair accessible. However, in some church venues certain areas may have limited accessibility due to the historic architecture. Please check the accessibility information on the respective venue’s page.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all our venues.
Where to stay
Good to know
Events
Expect a full line-up of workshops, exhibitions, performances, screenings, panels, family days, live shows, collaborations with local institutions and more. Stay tuned by visiting our website’s calendar for the weekly programme or by following us on social media for the latest updates.
Preview Days for Press & Art Professionals:
18th, 19th and 20th of June 2026
Opening Night:
20th of June 2026
Please note that Manifesta 16 Ruhr venues are not open on this day. These will open on the 21st of June from 11.00 onwards.