Art up close: Open studios attract visitors to Mönchengladbach on the weekend!
On September 20th and 21st, 2025, artists in Mönchengladbach will open their studios. Admission is free and guided tours are offered.

Art up close: Open studios attract visitors to Mönchengladbach on the weekend!
Next weekend, Mönchengladbach will be all about art, as the traditional weekend of open studios will take place on September 20th and 21st, 2025. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the local art scene up close as numerous galleries and art venues open their doors to interested visitors. Admission to the events is free, and the doors are wide open on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. rp-online.de reports that particularly exciting tours are being offered this year, including one Studio bike tour and guided tours of the exhibitions in Eicken and Gladbach.
But that's not all! At the event, launched as the 27th parc/ours, you can not only admire paintings and photographs, but also discover sculptures and installations. A particularly interesting offer are conversations with the artists, who provide deeper insights into their creative work. [moenchengladbach.de]. offers, with the sales proceeds going directly to the artists.
Experience the diversity of art forms
The event offers an impressive variety of artistic expressions, from painting to photography and from sculpture to installations. This is a wonderful opportunity to be creative and be inspired by art. A highlight is the “Sculpture Mile 2.0”, which presents works of art in public spaces, as well as the opportunity to explore the “Art in the Town Hall” exhibition in the Abtei Town Hall.
To make the visit even more exciting, there is a varied tour program, including an experimental tour of the “Contact M” exhibition in the Abteiberg Museum and special tours of the studios. This means there is something for everyone!
Art in community
These open studio days not only represent the enjoyment of art, but also underline the importance of dialogue between artists and the public. In the way that the open studios in Cologne have been doing since the 1980s, exchange is promoted here and a deeper understanding of the processes in which art is created is achieved. koelntourismus.de describes how such events strengthen the visibility of artistic diversity and highlight the region's creative potential.
Overall, the weekend of open studios in Mönchengladbach promises to be a colorful festival for all art lovers. Grab your bikes or the best companion and immerse yourself in the city's vibrant art scene!